Description
This turkey noodle soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for using up leftover turkey, this hearty soup is filled with tender meat, egg noodles, carrots, celery, and a savory broth. An easy, cozy dinner idea for cold days or family meals. Tags: leftover turkey recipe, homemade turkey soup, easy soup recipe.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or chopped
6 oz egg noodles
3 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups chicken or turkey broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté until softened and onions are translucent.
3. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Pour in the broth, add bay leaf and thyme, and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Add cooked turkey and egg noodles.
7. Simmer until noodles are tender, about 8–10 minutes.
8. Season with salt and pepper.
9. Remove bay leaf and stir in chopped parsley.
10. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
Use leftover Thanksgiving turkey or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
For a clearer broth, skim off any foam that rises during simmering.
To keep noodles firm, cook them separately and add before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg