Best 3 Leftover Turkey Soup Slow Cooker Recipes

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Discover the art of transforming leftover turkey into a delectable soup using the convenience of a slow cooker. With minimal effort, you can create a comforting and flavorful dish that brings new life to your holiday leftovers. Whether you're seeking a classic turkey soup brimming with vegetables or a creamy variation enriched with herbs and spices, this article presents a handpicked selection of the best slow cooker turkey soup recipes, each offering unique twists and culinary delights.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEFTOVER TURKEY SOUP (SLOW COOKER)



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A hearty turkey noodle soup made from leftovers. If you are short on turkey meat, add more veggies!

Provided by Nicole

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

Time 10h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 quarts chicken broth
1 turkey carcass, skin and meat removed
1 onion, quartered
2 carrots, halved lengthwise
3 celery stalks, halved lengthwise
2 bay leaves
1 cup chopped carrots
⅓ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped onion
2 cups penne pasta
3 cups chopped cooked turkey
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth, turkey carcass, onion quarters, carrot halves, celery halves, and bay leaves in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on High for 4 hours. Carefully strain broth, discard solids, and transfer broth to a bowl. Rinse slow cooker.
  • Pour broth back into slow cooker; add chopped carrots, chopped celery, and chopped onion.
  • Cook on Low for 3 hours. Add penne pasta to slow cooker; cook for 2 1/2 more hours.
  • Mix turkey meat and cream of mushroom soup into soup and cook for 30 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1876.7 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 426.3 mg, Fat 140.8 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 92.5 g, SaturatedFat 36.6 g, Sodium 1541.5 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

TURKEY SOUP FOR THE SLOW COOKER



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This is how I take care of the turkey carcass. But you can make this soup by following the directions and using 12 cups of chicken broth with 1/2 teaspoon of poulty seasoning. You can freeze the carcass and make the broth when convenient for you.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Poultry

Time 4h50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 turkey carcass
1 onion
1 celery
1 carrot
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon granules
12 cups water
2 onions
1 garlic clove, minced
2 carrots, peeled and chopped (I slice them)
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 cups turkey, shredded (include reserved turkey from above)
noodles, uncooked your choice
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Turkey Broth:.
  • Put the turkey carcass in your slow cooker on Low with an onion, celery stalk,a carrot, salt and pepper,bay leaf, 1/2 poultry seasoning, 2 teaspoons chicken powder and water. Cook on Low overnight.
  • Next morning, strain the both and pour it back in the slow cooker.
  • Remove turkey meat from bones, set meat aside.
  • Soup:.
  • In the slow cooker with the broth, add onions, garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Cook at High for 4 hours; add turkey, noodles, and parsley.
  • Cook another 1/2 hour.
  • Enjoy!
  • NOTE: Cooking time doesn't include the overnight that your broth is cooking.

CREAMY TURKEY SOUP (CROCK POT)



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Using Turkey Soup #32399 by Leslie Criswell for my inspiration, I created this soup the other night. Very, very yummy!

Provided by Marg CaymanDesigns

Categories     Stocks

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup homemade turkey broth
2 cups diced cooked turkey
1/4 vidalia onion, chopped
1 cup celery, diced
1 cup carrot, diced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 -3 cups chicken broth
2 cups diced potatoes
1/2 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/2 cup cream
1/2 cup flour

Steps:

  • Ingredients in turkey stock, besides the leftover turkey parts, were 1/2 Vidalia onion chopped, stalk of celery chopped and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  • Combine all soup ingredients, except milk, cream and flour, in crock pot.
  • Use just enough chicken broth to barely cover meat and veggies.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours, or until potatoes and carrots are easily pierced.
  • Combine milk, cream and flour and add to soup.
  • Let cook for approximately 30 minutes more, stirring occasionally to thicken.
  • You can also add any leftover gravy you have.

Tips:

- Use a combination of dark and light meat for a more flavorful soup. - Add vegetables that are in season for a fresh and delicious taste. - Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. - If you don't have any leftover turkey, you can use rotisserie chicken instead. - Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Leftover turkey soup is a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. This soup is perfect for a cold winter day or a quick and easy weeknight meal. So next time you have leftover turkey, don't let it go to waste! Make a pot of this delicious soup instead.

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