If you’re swimming in leftover turkey, this roundup is here to save the day. These recipes turn extra turkey into cozy comfort meals, flavorful international dishes, and fun next-day dinners that feel anything but repetitive.

turkey gnocchi with cajun seasoning

A creamy, spicy one-pan meal featuring tender turkey, soft gnocchi, Cajun seasoning, and a luscious sauce. Fast, comforting, and a totally fresh take on leftovers.

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turkey pot pie

Classic comfort food — leftover turkey, veggies, and a creamy broth tucked under a golden, flaky crust. Warm, hearty, and perfect for chilly post-holiday evenings.

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white bean turkey chili in three different bowls with different garnishingswhite bean turkey chili in three different bowls with different garnishings

A lighter chili with shredded turkey, white beans, green chiles, and warm spices simmered in a creamy, cozy broth. Comforting without being heavy.

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turkey nachosturkey nachos

A fun and easy way to reinvent leftovers — tortilla chips piled high with turkey, cheese, toppings, and a drizzle of sauce. Quick, festive, and great for snacking.

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pot of leftover turkey currypot of leftover turkey curry

Leftover turkey meets a rich, spiced tomato-cream sauce for a bold, aromatic curry. Completely transforms the turkey into something exciting and flavor-packed.

Get the Recipe: Turkey Tikka Masala

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Welcome to GypsyPlate! I’m Alpana, former worldwide tour manager and professional caterer, now full time blogger. I love exploring cuisines from around the world, and my recipes have been featured on sites such as MSN, Parade, Brit + Co, CNET and AOL. You can explore my entire collection of sortable recipes in my Recipe Index or learn more about me here.

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