Description
Transform your leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken into a deliciously warm and satisfying Leftover Turkey Soup. This dish is perfect for chilly evenings, providing comforting flavors while being super easy to prepare. In just about 35 minutes, you can whip up a nutritious meal that’s both hearty and budget-friendly. With a blend of fresh vegetables, tender meat, and savory stock, this soup not only delights your taste buds but also minimizes waste by using what you have on hand. Enjoy it as a cozy dinner or pack it for lunch—the versatility makes it ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 onion (or 2 shallots)
- 1 large carrot
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 clove garlic
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 1½ litres / 6 cups chicken stock
- 75g / 1/2 cup giant or pearl couscous
- 250g / 2 cups cooked turkey or chicken
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over low heat. Add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic with thyme. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in the chicken stock along with cooked turkey and bay leaves. Bring to a boil; season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in giant couscous or noodles and cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock if possible. Feel free to add extra vegetables like spinach or peas for added nutrition. Adjust seasoning according to your taste preference.