Leftover Turkey Stew
This Leftover Turkey Stew recipe is a great way to make a hearty meal from leftover turkey meat! Enjoy a complete meal with a great base of flavor, all made on your stove top.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- ½ cup celery, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup leftover gravy
- 3 cups leftover turkey, shredded or diced
- 2 cups potatoes, peeled & cubed
- 1 cup green beans, fresh or frozen
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, thyme, salt, rosemary, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2–3 minutes to form a light roux.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth and gravy, stirring well to smooth out the mixture. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the potatoes and cook uncovered for 10–12 minutes, until just fork-tender.
- Stir in the leftover turkey and green beans. Simmer for another 8–10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the stew has thickened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for 2–3 more minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Notes
- Use pre-cooked turkey: This stew is perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers or any time you have cooked turkey on hand. Just shred or dice before adding.
- Don’t skip the roux: Cooking the flour with the veggies before adding broth ensures the stew thickens properly and doesn’t taste floury.
- Cut potatoes evenly: Uniform pieces help everything cook at the same rate and prevent some from turning mushy.
- Adjust the thickness: If the stew is too thick, stir in extra broth to loosen. If it’s too thin, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.
- Cream goes in last: Add the heavy cream at the very end to keep it from curdling and ensure a smooth, rich finish.
- Make it your own: Swap in other vegetables like peas, corn, mushrooms, or spinach based on what you have.
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