Print

Hearty Leftover Turkey and Rice Soup

Close-up of a white bowl filled with rich turkey soup, featuring shredded meat, rice, carrots, and fresh parsley garnish.
Print Recipe
Save Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Make a comforting, simple soup using leftover turkey. This recipe combines tender meat, vegetables, and rice in a savory broth, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups cooked leftover turkey, shredded or diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
  • 6 cups low sodium turkey or chicken broth
  • 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the dried thyme and sage. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add the uncooked rice to the boiling broth. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is nearly tender.
  6. Stir in the cooked turkey and frozen peas. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 5 minutes, or until the turkey is heated through and the peas are cooked.
  7. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh parsley before you serve it.

Notes

  • If you do not have leftover turkey, you can use 1 pound of raw ground turkey; brown it before adding the vegetables and drain any excess fat.
  • For a richer flavor, use homemade turkey broth if you have it from the original roast.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream or a slurry of 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of cold water during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://miameal.com/turkey-soup-comfort/