Best 5 Leftover Turkey Or Chicken Chili Recipes

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When the holidays are over and you're left with a bounty of leftover turkey or chicken, there's no need to let it go to waste. Transform those leftovers into a delicious and comforting chili that's perfect for a cozy meal. With a variety of ingredients and cooking methods to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your taste buds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY CHILI WITH LEFTOVER TURKEY



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I made this with leftover turkey but would also work well with leftover chicken, too! Garnish with sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips, if desired.

Provided by Brooks Lough

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large sweet onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
6 tablespoons chili powder
3 tablespoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
4 cups cooked turkey meat, chopped
3 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are soft, about 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until it starts to soften, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add turkey and stir until well coated with spices. Pour in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, beer, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce. Reduce heat to medium low and bring to a simmer, uncovered. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chili has thickened, about 50 minutes. Add black beans and cook until heated through, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.9 g, Cholesterol 72.3 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 17.2 g, Protein 41.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1997.4 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

LEFTOVER TURKEY CHILI



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Put leftover roast turkey to good use in this simple, flavor-packed chili. Using fire-roasted tomatoes gives it an extra layer of toasty flavor, but regular diced tomatoes work fine, too. For a change-up from the traditional cornbread side, try it ladled over leftover mashed potatoes!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 cup chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 to 4 cups leftover roasted turkey meat, white and dark combined, chopped or pulled into 3/4-inch pieces
One 28-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Two 15-ounce cans pinto beans
Leftover mashed potatoes or cooked rice, for serving
Sour cream and chopped scallion, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 6 minutes. Stir in the jalapeno and garlic and cook until they soften slightly, about 1 minute.
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Add the turkey and stir until well coated in the spices. Pour in the tomatoes and chicken broth and scrape up any spices that may have stuck to the bottom of the pan. Bring the chili to a simmer on medium-low and cook, uncovered, on until the liquid has reduced by a few inches and the chili has thickened, about 1 hour.
  • Drain and rinse one of the cans of beans; leave the bean liquid in the second can. Add all the beans plus the reserved bean liquid to the pot and heat until the beans are warmed through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with more salt and pepper. Serve in bowls over potatoes or rice with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle of chopped scallions.

LEFTOVER TURKEY OR CHICKEN CHILI



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This is a white chili, using leftover cooked turkey or chicken, with a nice spicy kick. This is strickly a white chili, no tomatoes, red beans, or chili powder of any kind.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chili peppers
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chicken broth
2 cups chopped cooked turkey breast or 2 cups cooked chicken breasts
2 (15 ounce) cans white beans (cannellini, chickpea, great northern, etc)
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Slowly cook and stir the onion until tender.
  • Mix in the garlic, jalapeno, green chile peppers, cumin, oregano and cayenne.
  • Continue to cook and stir the mixture until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Mix in the chicken broth, turkey or chicken and white beans.
  • Simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the mixture from heat; slowly stir in the cheese until melted.

LEFTOVER THANKSGIVING TURKEY CHILI



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A simple, wholesome chili recipe made with turkey stock from a leftover turkey cavity at Thanksgiving. Serve with tortilla chips or bread.

Provided by Michelle Slobodzian

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Turkey Chili Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound chopped leftover turkey meat
2 (15.5 ounce) cans white beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
3 cups turkey stock
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine leftover turkey, white beans, black beans, corn, and tomatoes in a large pot. Stir in turkey stock, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Cook over high heat until boiling, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Carbohydrate 58.9 g, Cholesterol 63.1 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 14 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 988 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

30-MINUTE LEFTOVER TURKEY CHILI



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Provided by Kelly Senyei

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, small diced
1 green pepper, small diced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
Two 15-ounce cans pinto beans in chili sauce
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
3 tablespoons brown sugar
4 cups chopped leftover turkey (see Cook's Note)
Chili toppings, such as sour cream, shredded Cheddar and sliced scallions, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until warm. Add the garlic, onion and pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the cumin, chili powder, pinto beans with the chili sauce, kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and brown sugar, stirring to combine. Add the chopped turkey, reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chili is heated through, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve topped with sour cream, shredded Cheddar and sliced scallions, if desired.

Tips:

  • Use leftover turkey or chicken. This is a great way to use up leftover meat from a holiday meal or a rotisserie chicken.
  • Add your favorite vegetables. This recipe is very versatile, so you can add any vegetables that you like. Some good options include onions, celery, carrots, corn, and beans.
  • Use a variety of spices. Chili is all about the spices, so don't be afraid to experiment. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper.
  • Be careful with the heat. Chili can be as spicy or as mild as you like it. If you like it hot, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder. If you prefer a milder chili, reduce the amount of spices.
  • Let the chili simmer. The longer the chili simmers, the more flavorful it will be. So, let it simmer for at least 30 minutes, or even longer if you have time.

Conclusion:

This leftover turkey or chicken chili is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover meat. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So, next time you have some leftover turkey or chicken, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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