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Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup

October 24, 2016 by Michelle 16 Comments

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My Favorite holiday is just around the corner. Thanksgiving is THE best because of all of the amazing food and how socially acceptable it is to stuff your face until you literally can’t eat any more. Yeah, It’s my kind of holiday. While the food on Thanksgiving day is great, you know what’s even better? All of the leftovers! I like to make a Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup with my leftovers and it is SO good when it’s chilly out.

 

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I like making Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup because I can enjoy it immediately or freeze it for later. And having prepared meals ready to go in the freezer is never a bad idea especially during the cold winter months. What I really like about this recipe is how easy and how quickly it comes together. It’s not complicated and you get an awesome tasting soup in no time!

 

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One question I get asked a lot is why the poblano pepper? I add it because it adds a subtle spice to the broth and gives a more robust flavor to the soup. And once it’s shredded, it provides a nice color as well. If you don’t believe me, try it in your next soup 😉 .

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I can’t wait to make this again after Thanksgiving. Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup is one of our all time favorites. What other leftover turkey recipes do you make? How do you east your Thanksgiving leftovers?

 

Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup

Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup

Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup is a great way to use those thanksgiving leftovers. Easy to freeze and save for later, make the most out of your meal!
4.86 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 299 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 2 Carrots Chopped
  • 1 Small Onion Chopped
  • 2 Cloves Garlic Minced
  • 3-4 Cups Cooked Turkey
  • 1 Poblano Pepper
  • 12 Oz Chicken Broth
  • 2 Tsp Ground Thyme
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Cup Rice Dry

Instructions
 

  • Heat a stock pot or dutch oven on medium-high heat, Add oil, carrots, onion and garlic. Cook until onions have turned translucent.
  • Add turkey, 1 whole poblano pepper, and broth. Bring to a simmer.
  • Season with thyme. salt and pepper. Shred poblano pepper.
  • Add rice and let cook for 10 minutes or until rice if completely cooked.
  • Serve immediately or freeze for later, Enjoy!

 

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Comments

  1. Jennifer Pullman says

    October 27, 2016 at 9:02 pm

    5 stars
    My hubby always makes turkey rice soup with Thanksgiving leftovers. I like the look of your soup better. I won’t eat his soup, because he adds too much rice.

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      October 27, 2016 at 11:02 pm

      Yes! It’s all about the balance of soup to rice. I personally like less rice too 😉

      Reply
  2. Jenna says

    October 31, 2016 at 8:57 am

    5 stars
    My mother in law always makes turkey soup after Thanksgiving too. We’ve never done it. I give her all the turkey leftovers.

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      November 7, 2016 at 12:07 pm

      you’ll have to try it this year 🙂

      Reply
  3. Elaine says

    November 7, 2016 at 11:59 am

    5 stars
    Yum, I love turkey soup! Thank you for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
    • Michelle says

      November 7, 2016 at 12:06 pm

      Thanks Elaine! It’s a great way to use leftovers after Thanksgiving too!

      Reply
  4. Cynthia says

    November 7, 2016 at 7:39 pm

    5 stars
    I enjoy turkey leftovers almost as much as I do the turkey when it is fresh out of the oven.

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    • Michelle says

      November 7, 2016 at 7:40 pm

      right? Turkey is SO good all around!

      Reply
  5. Carrie Ditton says

    November 8, 2016 at 1:16 pm

    5 stars
    I love this idea of soup to use leftover turkey! Normally we just make the normal sandwiches but this year I will absolutely be trying this!

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    • Michelle says

      November 8, 2016 at 2:08 pm

      Let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  6. Carol Borchardt says

    November 12, 2016 at 11:14 am

    5 stars
    Yum. Great idea for leftover turkey! Love the addition of poblano for a little kick!

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    • Michelle says

      November 12, 2016 at 1:30 pm

      thanks!

      Reply
  7. kristie says

    December 27, 2016 at 8:13 pm

    Tried your soup tonight…really good!!!! The kids liked it too! I found that I needed to add quite a bit more liquid though. 12oz was not enough. Thanks for sharing this recipe.

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    • Michelle says

      December 27, 2016 at 11:27 pm

      Thanks Kristie for your feedback!

      Reply
  8. Galen says

    March 21, 2018 at 9:58 pm

    What kind of rice do you suggest?

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    • Michelle says

      March 22, 2018 at 3:25 am

      I used regular white rice, but you can use wild or brown rice as well. You may have to increase the amount of liquid added for different types of rice 🙂

      Reply

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