How to Make Delicious Turkey Noodles From Scratch

Turkey noodles are the ultimate comfort food that takes boring leftover turkey and transforms it into a hearty, delicious one-pot meal. This classic dish is simple to make, endlessly customizable, and fills your home with tempting aromas. Read on to learn my tips and tricks for making turkey noodles from scratch!

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make turkey noodles you’ll need:

• Leftover cooked turkey – Rotisserie or roasted turkey works great Use a mix of white and dark meat

• Egg noodles – Wide noodles are best but any shape works.

• Aromatic veggies – Onion, garlic, carrots, and celery provide flavor.

• Herbs and seasonings – Thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper add tons of flavor.

• Broth – Chicken or turkey broth builds a rich, savory sauce

• Heavy cream or condensed soup – Makes the sauce extra creamy.

• Butter – For sautéing the veggies.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Follow these simple steps for amazing turkey noodles:

Cook the Noodles

• Bring salted water to a boil. Add egg noodles and cook al dente. Drain and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables

• In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

• Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté 5-7 minutes until softened.

Simmer the Sauce

• Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.

• Add thyme sprigs. Simmer 10 minutes then remove.

• Stir in heavy cream or condensed soup until smooth.

Finish the Dish

• Add cooked noodles and turkey to sauce. Gently stir to coat.

• Cook 2-3 minutes until heated through.

• Stir in chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

• Serve warm and enjoy!

Customize Your Turkey Noodles

One great thing about this recipe is how versatile it is. Customize it to your tastes:

• Use chicken instead of turkey for chicken noodles.

• Add sliced mushrooms when cooking veggies.

• Stir in frozen peas or green beans when reheating.

• Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.

• For richness, use evaporated milk instead of cream.

• Top with crispy onions or panko breadcrumbs.

• Season with oregano, rosemary, or basil instead of thyme.

• Make it saucier with more broth, like a noodle soup.

Leftover Turkey Tips

Making turkey noodles helps use up leftover turkey. Here are some tips:

• Let cooked turkey cool completely before refrigerating to prevent bacteria.

• Store turkey in an airtight container or bag up to 3-4 days.

• Freeze turkey for 2-3 months.

• Reheat turkey in broth, soup, or sauce to keep it moist.

• Add broth or water to shredded turkey to incorporate into dishes.

• Use both white and dark meat for more flavor.

Cooking Turkey Noodles in the Instant Pot

You can easily make turkey noodles in the Instant Pot:

• Sauté aromatics in the Instant Pot inner pot.

• Add broth, cream soup, and thyme.

• Place cooked noodles and turkey on top, don’t stir.

• Pressure cook on high for 0 minutes, quick release.

• Carefully stir to combine before serving.

The Instant Pot makes tender noodles and thickened sauce fast!

More Comforting Noodle Recipes

If you love turkey noodles, try these satisfying noodle dishes:

• Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo – Chicken, noodles, creamy cheese.

• Beef Stroganoff – Beef, mushrooms, noodles in sour cream.

• Baked Mac and Cheese – Creamy, cheesy baked pasta.

• Baked Ziti – Ziti, marinara, ricotta, mozzarella.

• Pad Thai – Rice noodles, chicken, shrimp, peanuts.

I hope you enjoy recreating the cozy flavors of home with these delicious turkey noodles! It’s such a hearty, nourishing meal perfect for any time of year.