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Leftover Turkey Soup

A comforting and hearty soup made with leftover turkey, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the vegetables
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 4 cups turkey or rotisserie chicken, shredded Use a mix of dark and white meat for best texture
  • 6 cups chicken broth Low-sodium works well to control seasoning
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
  • to taste Salt and pepper Use to season the soup

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until ready.
  2. Add the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Stir and cook until they soften and smell sweet, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Add the shredded turkey or rotisserie chicken and stir to warm through.
  4. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and add 2 bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes.
  6. Remove the bay leaves, stir in the chopped parsley, and taste for seasoning before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator, or freeze portions for up to 3 months. Add a squeeze of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten flavors if needed.