Turkey & Chicken Leftovers |20 Fast, Cheap & Tasty Dinners Meal Ideas | For 5+ People

 

 Turkey or Chicken Fried Rice

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked white rice (preferably cold)
• 1 cup leftover chicken or turkey, diced
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
• 2 green onions, sliced (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add diced meat and sauté for 2 minutes.
3. Push meat to one side, pour in beaten eggs, and scramble until cooked.
4. Add rice and frozen vegetables, stirring well to combine.
5. Drizzle soy sauce over the mixture and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through.
6. Top with green onions before serving (optional).

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 BBQ Chicken/Turkey Sliders

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover chicken or turkey, shredded
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 8 slider buns
• 1 cup coleslaw (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions:

1. In a skillet over medium heat, combine shredded meat and BBQ sauce. Cook until warmed through.
2. Toast slider buns in a separate pan or oven, if desired.
3. Assemble sliders: layer BBQ meat and a spoonful of coleslaw on each bun.
4. Serve immediately with chips or a side salad.

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 Chicken/Turkey Tacos

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover chicken or turkey, shredded
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1/2 cup water
• 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
• Toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, salsa, sour cream

Instructions:

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add shredded meat, taco seasoning, and water. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring until the meat is coated and heated through.
2. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
3. Fill each tortilla with seasoned meat and desired toppings.
4. Serve with rice or beans on the side.

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 Leftover Turkey Chili

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded or diced
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 packet chili seasoning (or 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp paprika)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth or water

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened.
2. Add turkey, beans, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning, and chicken broth. Stir well.
3. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Serve hot with cornbread or crackers.

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Chicken/Turkey Quesadillas

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover chicken or turkey, shredded
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1 tbsp butter or oil

Instructions:

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt butter or oil.
2. Place a tortilla in the skillet. Sprinkle half with shredded meat, cheese, and a spoonful of salsa.
3. Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
4. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Slice into wedges and serve with sour cream or guacamole.

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 Turkey Pot Pie

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded or diced
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 refrigerated pie crust (or homemade)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix turkey, vegetables, soup, milk, and pepper.
3. Pour mixture into a pie dish. Place pie crust on top, sealing the edges.
4. Cut a few slits in the crust for ventilation. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
5. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.