Tired of turkey sandwiches? Try these 11 delicious ideas instead

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Tired of turkey sandwiches? You can easily swap leftover turkey for rotisserie chicken in these recipes. These ideas are quick, tasty, and the perfect way to use up your leftovers without the same old meal. Whether you’re in the mood for something hearty or light, these recipes will give you plenty of ways to enjoy your turkey in a whole new way.

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Chicken Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Chicken Fried Rice

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Chicken Fried Rice. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Use leftover turkey instead of chicken for a quick, tasty fried rice that’s perfect for busy nights. This easy recipe mixes turkey, rice, and veggies in one pan for a flavorful dinner. It’s a great way to make the most of your turkey without complicating dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken Taco Wraps

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Chicken Taco Wraps. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Turn your leftover turkey into these quick and tasty taco wraps. These Tex-Mex wraps are packed with flavor and easy to make, wrapping turkey in tortillas for a homemade meal in minutes. It’s a simple and satisfying way to enjoy turkey in a whole new way.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Taco Wraps

Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl

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Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Don’t settle for takeout. Use leftover turkey in this quick and tasty egg roll in a bowl. With fresh veggies and savory turkey, this easy recipe is full of bold flavors that come together without much work. It’s a perfect way to reinvent your leftovers into something exciting.
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Chicken Stew with Biscuits

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Chicken Stew with Biscuits. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Turn leftover turkey into a comforting stew with fluffy biscuits on top. This recipe gives you a hearty, satisfying dinner that’s simple to make, with turkey making the stew rich and delicious. It’s the perfect way to enjoy turkey in a warm, filling dish.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Stew with Biscuits

Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Chicken Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Use leftover turkey for this flavorful tortilla soup that’s easy to whip up in no time. The turkey adds depth to the broth, and the crunchy tortilla strips make for a satisfying, zesty meal. It’s a great way to turn leftover turkey into a hearty, comforting soup.
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Chicken and Pea Risotto

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Chicken and Pea Risotto. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Make a creamy and comforting risotto with leftover turkey instead of chicken. The turkey blends perfectly with peas and a rich sauce, turning this dish into a satisfying dinner with minimal effort. It’s a simple yet indulgent way to transform turkey into something special.
Get the Recipe: Chicken and Pea Risotto

Pizza Rolls

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Pizza Rolls. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Need a fun and easy meal? Use leftover turkey in these pizza rolls for a quick and tasty snack or dinner. With turkey stuffed inside soft rolls, they’re full of pizza flavor and a great way to use up leftover turkey. Perfect for sharing or as a simple dinner that satisfies.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Rolls

Chicken Tamales

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Chicken Tamales. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Use leftover turkey in these easy tamales for a flavorful meal without all the work. The turkey filling is wrapped in soft dough, making this dish both simple to prepare and delicious to eat. It’s an effortless way to enjoy tamales, even with leftover turkey.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tamales

Semi-homemade Chicken Enchiladas

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Semi-homemade Chicken Enchiladas. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Leftover turkey makes these cheesy enchiladas easy and delicious. In just a few steps, the turkey and cheese come together in soft tortillas for a comforting meal your whole family will love. It’s a quick and tasty way to give your turkey a whole new life.
Get the Recipe: Semi-homemade Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Tortellini Soup

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Chicken Tortellini Soup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Turn leftover turkey into a comforting and flavorful soup with cheesy tortellini. This turkey tortellini soup is quick to make and full of rich broth and tender turkey, perfect for a cozy meal. It’s a simple, satisfying dish that turns leftovers into a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tortellini Soup

Southwest Tortilla Pie

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Southwest Tortilla Pie. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Use leftover turkey to make this flavorful and filling Southwest tortilla pie. The turkey blends with bold spices and a crispy topping for a hearty and delicious dinner. It’s a great way to enjoy leftover turkey while keeping dinner exciting and full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Southwest Tortilla Pie

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