Best 2 Leftover Thanksgiving Nachos Recipes

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Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and of course, food. But what do you do with all the leftovers? If you're tired of the same old turkey sandwiches and mashed potato casserole, why not try something new? Leftover Thanksgiving nachos are a fun and easy way to use up your leftovers and create a delicious and satisfying meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a nacho platter that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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LEFTOVER TURKEY THANKSGIVING NACHOS



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Repurpose Thanksgiving leftovers into a great football snack!

Provided by Amy Alden

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup sliced shallots
10 slices jarred jalapeno peppers, chopped - or more to taste
½ cup cranberry jelly
2 cups shredded cooked turkey
½ cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
48 scoop-style tortilla chips (such as Tostitos® Scoops®)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir shallots in the hot butter until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir jalapeno peppers into shallots and cook until fragrant, about 2 more minutes. Stir cranberry jelly into the shallots and peppers until melted.
  • Mix shredded turkey with jalapeno-cranberry jelly mixture in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Arrange tortilla chips on the prepared baking sheet and fill each chip with 1 tablespoon turkey mix. Top each chip with 1/2 teaspoon of white Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese topping is melted and the chips are golden, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 67 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

LEFTOVER THANKSGIVING NACHOS



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Use up your Thanksgiving leftovers in a surprising way by making these hearty nachos.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon minced chipotle chile in adobo, plus more sauce for serving
10 cups tortilla chips
2 cups shredded leftover turkey meat
3 cups shredded Cheddar
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups thinly sliced leftover cooked Brussels sprouts
1 1/2 cups leftover cubed roasted butternut squash
1 cup packaged french-fried onions
1 cup lightly packed cilantro leaves or parsley leaves
1/2 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup chopped pickled jalapenos

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Stir the sour cream and chipotle chile together in a small bowl. Cover with plastic wraps and refrigerate.
  • Scatter half the chips on a rimmed baking sheet. Top with one-third of the turkey, cheeses, Brussels sprouts, butternut squash and fried onions. Scatter the remaining chips on top followed by the remaining two-thirds of turkey, cheeses, Brussels sprouts and fried onions. Bake until the cheeses are melted and bubbly, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Drizzle the nachos with chipotle sour cream and extra adobo sauce. Garnish with cilantro, black olives, and jalapenos.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of leftover Thanksgiving dishes. This will give your nachos a more complex and flavorful taste. Some good options include turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and cranberry sauce.
  • Don't be afraid to get creative with your toppings. In addition to the traditional nacho toppings like cheese, sour cream, and salsa, you can also add things like guacamole, pico de gallo, jalapeños, or black beans.
  • Make sure to heat your nachos through before serving. This will help to melt the cheese and make the nachos crispy.
  • Serve your nachos with a variety of dipping sauces. This will allow your guests to customize their nachos to their own taste.

Conclusion:

Leftover Thanksgiving nachos are a delicious and easy way to use up your holiday leftovers. They're perfect for a party or a casual weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little creativity, you can create a nacho dish that everyone will love. So next time you have some leftover Thanksgiving turkey, don't just make a sandwich. Instead, try making these nachos. You won't be disappointed.

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