Best 8 Baked Turkey Croquettes Recipes

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Preparing baked turkey croquettes can be an enjoyable culinary experience for both seasoned cooks and individuals looking to broaden their cooking skills. Whether you have leftover turkey from a holiday feast or simply desire a savory and versatile dish, crafting baked turkey croquettes provides an opportunity to transform simple ingredients into a delectable treat. This comprehensive guide will lead you through the process of selecting the right ingredients, preparing the turkey mixture, shaping and coating the croquettes, and achieving perfect baking results. Along the way, you'll discover tips and techniques to ensure your turkey croquettes emerge from the oven golden brown and bursting with flavor. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or are looking to experiment with different flavors, you'll find all the information you need to create delicious and satisfying baked turkey croquettes.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED TURKEY CROQUETTES



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Not sure what to do with all your leftover turkey? Turkey Croquettes are a perfect way to use your leftover turkey!

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 oz cooked turkey breast (chopped fine (a food processor or chopper is great for this))
3 medium potatoes (peeled, cooked and mashed)
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion (chopped)
1/2 cup parsley (chopped)
salt and fresh pepper
1/2 cup seasoned whole wheat bread crumbs
1 egg (whisked)
olive oil spray
leftover turkey gravy for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash potatoes with 1/4 cup broth, salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Saute garlic, and onions in oil over low heat. Add parsley, salt and pepper and cook until soft, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add turkey, and remaining broth, mix well and shut heat off.
  • Add turkey to mashed potatoes and using your clean hands mix well. Taste for salt and adjust if needed.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Measure 1/4 cup of mixture then form into croquettes. Place on waxed paper. Repeat with remaining mixture.
  • Dip each croquette in egg mixture, then breadcrumbs and place on a parchment lined cookie sheet for easy cleanup. Spray generously with olive oil (about 1 tbsp worth). Bake in the oven about 15 minutes, or until golden.
  • Optional, serve with leftover turkey gravy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 croquettes, Calories 217 kcal, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Protein 13.8 g, Fat 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Sodium 713.5 mg, Fiber 2.7 g, Sugar 2 g

LEFTOVER TURKEY CROQUETTES



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I grew up with a family that looked forward to leftovers, especially the day after Thanksgiving. But we didn't just reheat turkey and spuds in the microwave-we took our culinary creativity to a new level with recipes likes these croquettes. Serve three per plate along with a crisp green salad for an unforgettable meal. -Meredith Coe, Charlottesville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups mashed potatoes (with added milk and butter)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups finely chopped cooked turkey
1 large egg
2 tablespoons water
1-1/4 cups panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup butter, divided
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheeses, shallot, rosemary, sage, salt and pepper; stir in turkey. Shape into twelve 1-in.-thick patties., In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. Place bread crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip croquettes in egg mixture, then in bread crumbs, patting to help coating adhere., In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add half of croquettes; cook 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned. Remove and keep warm. Repeat. If desired, serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 144mg cholesterol, Sodium 734mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

BEST EASY CHICKEN CROQUETTES



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My mom used to get chicken croquettes at a fancy restaurant when she was a young woman. I made these once for Mother's Day. She loved them.

Provided by Cindy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 ½ cups finely chopped, cooked chicken meat
¼ cup Italian-style dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced celery
1 tablespoon minced onion
¼ teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 tablespoon shortening
½ cup milk
⅛ tablespoon poultry seasoning
½ cup Italian-style dry bread crumbs, for rolling

Steps:

  • Combine 1/3 cup of the soup, chicken, bread crumbs, celery, onion and 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning. Mix well and shape into 6 croquettes (I make patties). Chill in refrigerator for about 1 hour.
  • Remove croquettes from refrigerator and roll in additional bread crumbs. In a large skillet, melt 1 to 2 tablespoons shortening. Brown the croquettes in the shortening. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining soup, milk and 1/8 teaspoon poultry seasoning. Heat over low, stirring occasionally. Serve sauce over croquettes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1250.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

TURKEY CROQUETTES



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These croquettes are formed from turkey and mashed potatoes and served with cranberry sauce on the side. It's the perfect Thanksgiving appetizer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers     Finger Food Recipes

Yield Makes 20

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1 medium onion, minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh sage
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh savory or thyme
2 cups finely chopped cooked turkey
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup mashed potatoes
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups finely ground fresh breadcrumbs
Vegetable oil, for frying
Cranberry sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, 1 teaspoons salt, and teaspoon pepper. Cook for 3 minutes. Stir in sage and savory or thyme, and cook for 1 minute. Stir in turkey and cream, and cook until liquid evaporates, about 1 minute. Transfer to a large bowl, and let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, flour, and egg to turkey, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Drop 2 tablespoons turkey mixture into a shallow bowl of breadcrumbs, turn to coat, and pat into 2-inch disks. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet, and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  • Heat 1/4 inch oil in a skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, cook croquettes in a single layer until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve immediately with cranberry sauce.

TURKEY CROQUETTES



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Use leftover Thanksgiving turkey to make these crispy croquettes from Chef Seamus Mullen.

Provided by Seamus Mullen

Categories     turkey     Appetizer     Fry     Thanksgiving     Kid-Friendly     Pan-Fry     Breadcrumbs     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 24 (2-inch) croquettes

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 to 2 1/2 cups bread crumbs
1 large egg
2 tablespoons water
2 cups mashed potatoes
2 cups stuffing
2 cups chopped cooked turkey or rotisserie chicken
4 to 6 tablespoons olive oil, as needed
To serve:
Cranberry sauce
Warm turkey gravy
Equipment: 1 large rimmed baking sheet

Steps:

  • In a small sauté pan over moderate heat, toast the bread crumbs until golden and crunchy, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and let cool.
  • In a small bowl, beat together the egg and water.
  • In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, stuffing, and turkey. Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into 2-inch-long, oblong-shaped croquettes (you should have about 24 croquettes) and transfer to a large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Working with 1 croquette at a time, dredge them in the egg-water mixture, letting the excess drip off, then dredge them in the bread crumbs, and return them to the rimmed baking sheet.
  • In a large skillet, over moderately high heat, warm 2 tablespoons of the oil. Working in batches, pan-fry the croquettes, turning them occasionally, until crispy on all sides, 5 to 6 minutes total. Repeat with the remaining croquettes, wiping the pan clean and adding 2 tablespoons of the oil to the pan between batches. DO AHEAD: The croquettes can be prepared ahead and frozen, well wrapped in foil, for up to 3 months. To reheat: Bake the frozen croquettes on a large baking sheet in a 475°F oven until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove the croquettes from the oven for about 5 minutes to let the interiors thaw, then return them to the oven to finish baking for another 2 minutes.
  • Serve hot with cranberry sauce and/or warm gravy.

TURKEY CROQUETTES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup flour
1 cup milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
2 teaspoons grated onion
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
Dash each pepper, paprika, and nutmeg
4 cups ground, cooked turkey
3/4 cup fine bread crumbs
2 eggs mixed with water
Flour, for dredging

Steps:

  • In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter. Blend in flour and add milk and chicken broth. Cook and stir until mixture thickens and bubbles, and continue cooking for 1 minute more.
  • Add lemon juice, snipped parsley, and onion. Stir in celery salt and a dash each of pepper, paprika, and nutmeg. Cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sauce with the ground turkey. Chill thoroughly. With wet hands, shape mixture into balls. Roll balls one at a time in bread crumbs.
  • Lightly shape balls into cones. For each croquette, dip it into the mixture of egg and water, then roll in bread crumbs. Again, dip croquette in egg/flour and roll in bread crumbs. Fry croquettes in deep-fat fryer for approximately 3 minutes or until brown. Drain. Serve with turkey gravy.

TURKEY CROQUETTES



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This is a great recipe to use up leftover turkey or chicken. It does not taste anything like leftovers. Makes about six 2-inch croquette balls. Definitely need to double or triple recipe for large groups as I can eat 2 croquettes easily.

Provided by DCHMKH

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Turkey

Time 3h50m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 slices bread, or more as needed
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup milk
½ cup chicken broth
2 cups diced cooked turkey
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Place bread in a blender and blend until soft crumbs form. Place bread crumbs in a shallow bowl.
  • Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat until melted. Stir flour into melted butter until dissolved. Mix milk and broth into butter-flour mixture; cook and stir until mixture is thick, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and cool mixture.
  • Mix turkey, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper into cooled mixture. Form turkey mixture into balls. Place balls on a plate and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Dip balls in the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip back into bowl. Press balls into bread crumbs until coated. Arrange balls on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and browned, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 157.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 485.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

TURKEY CROQUETTES



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Provided by Ruth Hawley

Categories     Poultry     turkey     Fry     Winter     Poker/Game Night

Yield Serves 6 to 8 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup flour
1 cup milk
1 cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons snipped parsley
2 teaspoons grated onion
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
Dash each of pepper, paprika, and nutmeg
4 cups ground, cooked turkey
3/4 cup fine bread crumbs
1 beaten egg plus 2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter. Blend in flour and add milk and chicken broth. Cook and stir until mixture thickens and bubbles, and continue cooking for 1 minute more.
  • Add lemon juice, snipped parsley, and onion. Stir in celery salt and a dash each of pepper, paprika, and nutmeg. Cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sauce with the ground turkey. Chill thoroughly.
  • With wet hands, shape mixture into balls. Roll balls one at a time in bread crumbs. Lightly shape balls into cones. For each croquette, dip it into the mixture of egg and water, then roll in bread crumbs. Again, dip croquette in egg/water mixture and roll in bread crumbs. Fry croquettes in deep-fat fryer for approximately 3 minutes or until brown. Drain. Serve with turkey gravy.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your croquettes.
  • Cook the turkey thoroughly. This will help prevent foodborne illness.
  • Don't overmix the croquette mixture. Overmixing will make the croquettes tough.
  • Use a spoon or cookie scoop to form the croquettes. This will help them keep their shape.
  • Bread the croquettes thoroughly. This will help them get crispy when fried.
  • Fry the croquettes in hot oil. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from sticking to the pan.
  • Drain the croquettes on paper towels before serving. This will help remove excess oil.

Conclusion:

Baked turkey croquettes are a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can make these tasty croquettes that everyone will love.

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