Creamed Turkey Bye Bye Leftovers
Transform your Thanksgiving or holiday leftovers into pure comfort food with this creamy, flavor-packed "Creamed Turkey Bye Bye Leftovers" recipe! Tender pieces of leftover turkey are folded into a rich, velvety sauce made with a buttery roux, chicken broth, and a blend of milk and cream, perfectly seasoned with garlic, thyme, and a dash of black pepper. Tossed with vibrant peas and carrots, this dish is a one-skillet wonder that's ready in just 40 minutes! Serve it over buttery biscuits, fluffy mashed potatoes, or hearty rice for a soul-warming dinner your family will love. Say goodbye to boring leftovers and hello to a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups leftover cooked turkey
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium diced onion
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 8 biscuits biscuit dough (optional for serving)
Instructions
Shred the leftover cooked turkey into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux. The mixture should form a smooth paste.
Gradually pour in the chicken or turkey broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Stir in the whole milk and heavy cream, continuing to whisk until the mixture thickens to a smooth, creamy consistency.
Add the salt, black pepper, and dried thyme to the creamy sauce, stirring to combine.
Fold in the shredded turkey and the frozen peas and carrots. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 8-10 minutes until heated through and the vegetables are tender.
If the mixture becomes too thick, add an additional splash of broth or milk to adjust the consistency.
Garnish with fresh parsley and taste to adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve hot over freshly baked biscuits, mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.3 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.0 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 798 mg | 266% | |
| Sodium | 8058 mg | 350% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.6 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.2 g | ||
| Protein | 228.6 g | 457% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 645 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 3633 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
