Description

Warm, creamy, and packed with rich flavors, this Hearty Leftover Turkey Stew is the perfect way to transform your holiday leftovers into a comforting meal. Made with tender shredded turkey, fresh vegetables, and a creamy broth, this stew is both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and cozy meal.

Ingredients

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1 large yellow onion, diced
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
2 medium celery stalks, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, cut into chunks
Small handful of fresh sage sprigs
Small handful of fresh thyme sprigs
¼ cup olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch
¾ cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
1 bay leaf
Small bunch fresh parsley, chopped
3 cups shredded cooked turkey (about 1 pound)
⅓ cup heavy cream

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables

Dice the onion, slice the mushrooms, and chop the carrots and celery.
Mince the garlic and cut the potatoes into chunks.

2. Sauté the Vegetables

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the onion, mushrooms, carrots, celery, and garlic.
Sauté for 5–7 minutes until fragrant and softened.

3. Add the Potatoes and Herbs

Stir in the potatoes, sage sprigs, and thyme sprigs.
Season with salt and black pepper.

4. Simmer the Stew

Pour in 3 cups of broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.

5. Thicken the Stew

In a small bowl, whisk the remaining 1 cup of broth with cornstarch until smooth.
Stir the mixture into the pot and simmer until thickened.

6. Add Wine and Bay Leaf

Pour in the dry white wine and add the bay leaf.
Simmer for 5 minutes to enhance flavors.

7. Finish the Stew

Remove the herb sprigs and bay leaf from the pot.
Stir in the shredded turkey and heavy cream.
Simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.

8. Garnish and Serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Dairy-Free Option: Swap heavy cream for coconut milk.
Thicker Stew: Mash some of the potatoes or add an extra tablespoon of cornstarch.
Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American