Enjoy Delicious and Nutritious Instant Pot Turkey Soup Recipes

Put that leftover turkey to good use in this comforting, healthy Instant Pot Turkey Soup. Filled with fresh herbs and flavor!.

You can’t have Thanksgiving without making Instant Pot turkey soup! It’s very simple to make, full of fresh herbs and vegetables, and a great way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers.

While I enjoy a fancy Thanksgiving or Christmas meal, I have to say that I’m even more excited about the leftovers (hello, turkey noodle soup!). Comfort foods like turkey (or chicken) corn chowder, a tasty turkey cranberry wrap sandwich, and tasty baked mashed potato bites are easy to make in the days after the holiday.

There are instructions for both Instant Pot and stovetop versions of this turkey noodle soup. It tastes like Thanksgiving with sage and thyme, and it’s very easy to make.

As the holidays arrive many of us are left with leftovers from large celebratory meals. While turkey sandwiches are always a classic way to use up leftover turkey turkey soup is a comforting, healthy, and delicious alternative. Making turkey soup in an Instant Pot is a quick and easy way to transform your leftovers into a new meal the whole family will love. In this article, we’ll explore some of the best Instant Pot turkey soup recipes to warm you up this season.

Why Make Instant Pot Turkey Soup?

Using an Instant Pot to make turkey soup has many advantages. The Instant Pot’s pressure cooking function significantly reduces cooking time compared to traditional stovetop methods. This allows you to get dinner on the table fast without compromising flavor. The Instant Pot also draws out flavors from the turkey bones and infuses the broth, resulting in a rich, savory soup base. Best of all, cleanup is minimal with just the Instant Pot inner pot to wash instead of multiple pots and pans.

Making turkey soup in the Instant Pot couldn’t be easier. Simply throw your ingredients like turkey, vegetables broth and seasonings into the Instant Pot and let it do the work. Within 30-40 minutes, you’ll have a steaming pot of homemade turkey soup ready to ladle into bowls and enjoy.

Popular Instant Pot Turkey Soup Recipes

Here are some of the most popular and highly rated Instant Pot turkey soup recipes to try this holiday season

Simple Instant Pot Turkey Noodle Soup

This straightforward recipe from Two Kooks in the Kitchen is perfect for busting through leftovers. It calls for egg noodles, carrot, celery, onion and garlic sauteed in the Instant Pot before adding broth, turkey and herbs. With just 5 minutes under pressure, this soup comes together in under 30 minutes for an easy weeknight dinner.

Easy Leftover Turkey Soup

Blogger What Great Grandma Ate created this incredibly simple soup recipe that primarily uses Thanksgiving leftovers. Cooked turkey, onion, carrot, celery and broth are essentially all it takes, though rice and turkey bones can be added for extra flavor and heartiness. Both Instant Pot and stovetop versions are provided.

Instant Pot Turkey Noodle Soup

For a classic turkey noodle soup, Cookin Canuck’s recipe is tried and true. A homemade turkey broth intensifies the flavor while egg noodles, turkey and fresh herbs like sage, rosemary and thyme round it out. Mini mashed potatoes can be stirred in for added comfort.

Spicy Instant Pot Turkey Soup

Add some heat to your turkey soup with this recipe from Paint the Kitchen Red. Diced jalapenos, cayenne and chili powder pack some punch. Diced tomatoes, zucchini and cous cous provide nice texture. Top with avocado, cilantro and lime for a fresh finish.

Thai Turkey Soup

Take your turkey soup on a Thai-inspired flavor journey with thai basil, fish sauce, coconut milk and red curry paste from The Endless Meal. Vegetable broth and mushrooms keep it light yet satisfying. Serve with lime wedges and Sriracha for customizable zip.

Italian Turkey and Tortellini Soup

Tortellini, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, spinach and Italian seasoning transform leftover turkey into a meal with an Italian flair in this Instant Pot recipe from I Wash You Dry. Parmesan cheese adds nutty richness while fresh basil ties it all together. Bell peppers add crunch too.

Instant Pot Turkey Posole

For a fun Mexican-style take, Foodie Crush’s posole uses turkey in place of pork traditionally found in the stew. Hominy, chickpeas, jalapeno, cumin and oregano create big, bold flavors. Top with cabbage, avocado, queso fresco and lime juice.

Instant Pot Turkey Wild Rice Soup

The Chopped Judge’s soup contains turkey sausage, fresh mushrooms, celery, carrots and thyme, with wild rice providing tasty texture and fiber. A touch of lemon juice brightens up the savory turkey broth. Sprinkle individual bowls with parsley to finish.

Helpful Tips for Instant Pot Turkey Soup

For maximum flavor, try to use homemade turkey broth. Simmer the turkey bones and scraps to create your own stock.
Mix white and dark turkey meat for better texture and moisture in the soup.
Avoid overcooking for tender, juicy turkey pieces. The Instant Pot’s quick cooking times help prevent dried out turkey.
To cut down on dishes, sauté aromatics like onion, celery, garlic and herbs right in the Instant Pot before adding other ingredients.
Letting the pressure release naturally before opening helps infuse flavors. A quick release can cause broth to sputter out.
Add tender vegetables like peas, spinach or even pre-cooked potatoes near the end to prevent overcooking.
Adjust seasonings like salt, pepper and herbs before serving as the flavors concentrate while cooking.

Satisfying and Nutritious

Homemade turkey soup made quickly in the Instant Pot is the perfect way to keep enjoying holiday leftovers while getting a nutritious meal on the table with little effort. Turkey provides a hit of protein, while vegetables and broth make it filling yet light. Customize your turkey soup with your favorite spices, grains, veggies and garnishes for a bowl that suits your tastes. With so many easy recipe options, you’ll look forward to turkey soup season again next year!

instant pot turkey soup recipes

What’s to love about this turkey soup recipe:

Use up leftovers: I love a good turkey sandwich stuffed with sausage, but sometimes we all need something different. And there’s nothing better than a hot bowl of soup to get you through the day! ▪️This soup tastes great because it has fresh herbs, onions, and garlic in it. ▪️Light & healthy: After a day or two of feasting, it’s time to stop the madness. This soup is low in calories and high in protein. Serve with a fall salad for an extra dose of veggies.

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What you need for this Instant Pot Turkey Soup:

See recipe card below for full ingredients list & recipe directions.

These are the main ingredients needed for this recipe:

Turkey: You can use that Thanksgiving turkey in this recipe, but it also works well with rotisserie chicken or leftover turkey. I use a 50/50 mixture of light and dark meat.
Egg noodles are the traditional noodles for this kind of soup, but you can use any kind of pasta you like. You can choose from fusilli (corkscrews), farfalle (bowties), or even elbow macaroni. Cook until the pasta is al dente.
Broth: For this recipe, homemade turkey broth is by far the best choice. Another thing that store-bought chicken broth just can’t do is match the flavor of homemade turkey stock. Still, this soup tastes GREAT with chicken broth.
When you start this soup, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic to a standard mirepoix to make it taste great.
Herbs: I used a mix of fresh sage, thyme, and rosemary because that’s what I usually have left over in the fridge the day after Christmas or Thanksgiving. Thyme and rosemary that are dried work well if you don’t have fresh, but fresh sage is the best. I’ve found that it tastes much better than dried sage from the store.
Other seasoning: Season with kosher salt and ground pepper. Make sure you taste the soup before you serve it and add more seasoning if you think it needs it.

Instant Pot Turkey Noodle Soup – Easy Recipe for Leftover Turkey (or Chicken)

FAQ

What does the soup setting on an Instant Pot do?

SOUP / BROTH Gently cooks soup allowing you to make clear broth. For soup without meat you use Less; for soup with meat you use normal and for soups that have longer cooking times, such as bone broth, use the More setting. Always use NR to release the pressure from the pan due to the large amount of liquid in soup.

Why is my turkey soup so bland?

If your turkey soup tastes bland, it could be due to underseasoning (ie not enough salt), not enough fat, too much unsalted liquid (like no-salt broth or water) and/or a need for stronger or umami flavors.

Can I use my Instant Pot as a soup pot?

The ‘soup’ button actually can be adjusted to different times, depending on the type of soup. The 30 minute time is for soup with meat. Soups without meat are 20 minutes. As you don’t have the ‘soup’ button, you can just use ‘pressure cook’ or ‘manual’ and set a time for your type of soup.

Is turkey soup as good as chicken soup?

The same goes for chicken broth. Both are great options to use for soup, neither being significantly better for you than the other. When it comes to flavor, turkey has a more savory, earthy, cleaner, and less fatty flavor making it ideal for a simple, budget-friendly turkey soup recipe.