Warm Up With Turkey and Rice Soup Made Easy in the Crockpot

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You can use up any extra turkey by making this tasty turkey and rice soup in the slow cooker. It will be ready in about 3 hours and will warm you up.

There are many ways to use turkey besides the traditional turkey and mashed potatoes meal. This is true whether you have leftover turkey from a big family dinner or you just bought frozen turkey because it was on sale. There are so many ways to use leftover turkey in gluten-free recipes. While turkey sandwiches is the most common, gluten-free leftover turkey and rice soup is a great option!.

So simple to make! You probably already have most of the ingredients on hand, and if you run out of some of the seasonings called for, you can easily use other ones that you like instead. I love that you can make this leftover turkey soup in a slow cooker. After you prepare it, it cooks all day for you. You’ll be able to smell this cooking all day and enjoy for a cozy, warm dinner.

So many people love my gluten-free chicken noodle soup recipe, which you could also make with turkey too. But I know some people, like my husband, like rice more, so here’s a soup with rice instead! I use brown rice because it has more nutrients.

When the weather turns chilly few things are as comforting as a piping hot bowl of turkey and rice soup. This hearty soothing soup is surprisingly easy to make in the crockpot with leftover turkey and simple pantry ingredients. The combination of tender turkey, carrots, rice and noodles makes it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Keep reading to learn how to make this amazing turkey rice crockpot soup at home with minimal effort.

Why Make Crockpot Turkey and Rice Soup

There are so many reasons why this easy turkey rice soup should be your new favorite crockpot recipe

  • It’s the perfect way to use up leftover turkey after the holidays. No waste!

  • The slow cooker does all the work for you with easy dump-and-go instructions.

  • It makes your home smell incredible as it simmers away.

  • The soup turns out rich, flavorful and extra comforting.

  • You can prep the ingredients ahead of time for even easier assembly.

  • It’s budget-friendly and uses pantry staple ingredients.

  • You can customize it to your taste preferences.

  • It reheats wonderfully for easy leftover meals.

This soup really checks all the boxes. The following sections will provide the simple step-by-step method.

Ingredients Needed

This easy crockpot turkey rice soup comes together with these simple ingredients:

  • 4 cups water

  • 4 cups turkey or chicken broth

  • 1 chicken bouillon cube

  • 3 cups cooked shredded turkey

  • 1/2 cup grated carrots

  • 1 tbsp dried minced onion

  • 1 cup cooked white rice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1/2 tbsp minced garlic

  • 1 bag egg noodles

That’s all you need for the most flavorful and comforting soup!

Step-by-Step Crockpot Instructions

Making this soup is as easy as can be:

  1. Add the water, broth, bouillon, turkey, carrots, onion, salt, pepper and garlic to the crockpot.

  2. Cook on high heat for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.

  3. After 4 hours, stir in the egg noodles and continue cooking until tender.

  4. Cook the rice in a rice cooker or on the stovetop while the noodles cook.

  5. Add the finished rice to the crockpot and stir to combine.

It really doesn’t get any easier! Now you can look forward to the incredible aroma of this soup filling your kitchen.

Customize It!

One of the great things about this soup is that you can customize it to your preferences:

  • Use chicken instead of turkey.

  • Use fresh onions instead of dried.

  • Add celery for extra flavor.

  • Stir in some frozen peas or green beans in the last 30 minutes.

  • Add extra vegetables like chopped kale or spinach.

  • Season with thyme, rosemary or sage.

  • Swap the egg noodles for pasta shells or orzo.

  • Top with shredded cheese, croutons or chives.

Make it your own! Any additions boost the flavor.

Storage and Freezing

Leftover turkey rice soup will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or on the stovetop. You can also freeze cooled soup in airtight containers for up to 3 months.

More Slow Cooker Soup Recipes

If you love the ease of crockpot soup, be sure to also try:

  • Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

  • Crockpot Minestrone Soup

  • Beef and Barley Slow Cooker Soup

  • Sausage Kale and Bean Soup

This easy turkey and rice soup truly is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it recipe for chilly days when you want a hot, hearty, healthy comfort food meal with minimal effort. The crockpot does all the work for you! Enjoy the leftovers all week long.

turkey and rice soup in crock pot

Notes on ingredients for gluten-free turkey and rice soup in crockpot:

turkey and rice soup in crock pot

  • Turkey: If you don’t have any cooked turkey left over or don’t want to cook a whole turkey, you can buy a turkey breast and cook it up for this recipe. I cook mine in the crockpot with chicken broth, and it’s great for serving in salads and soups.
  • Brown Rice: I like brown rice because it has more nutrients, but you can use white rice instead if you’d like. This gluten-free short grain brown rice is my favorite kind of brown rice.
  • Carrots: You can buy baby carrots that have already been peeled and cut them up if you really want to save time.
  • Garlic: I like to use fresh garlic when I can find it, but you can also use chopped garlic in a jar that is in water (not oil). I have liked this brand that I get at Costco. I would use about two to three teaspoons of it in this soup. You can add more if you like a stronger garlic taste.
  • For flavor, this recipe calls for dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and a fresh bay leaf. If you don’t like any of those herbs, feel free to leave them out or substitute another one you like.
  • Should you buy chicken broth or stock? Always check the label to make sure it doesn’t have gluten in it. No need to worry—many brands of broth in your local grocery store are clearly marked as gluten-free. I like Pacific Foods Organic Chicken Broth, but Kettle If you’re in a hurry, you can use gluten-free bouillon like Herb-Ox chicken bouillon to make your own broth.

You can also make your own turkey stock with the carcass of your turkey and some spices. Just measure out 6 cups of your homemade stock for this recipe.

TIP: There is a fair amount of chopping vegetables and herbs for this recipe. I thought I would share my favorite knife for chopping veggies and herbs: this Cutco knife. They call it a cheese knife, but it works amazingly for chopping veggies and herbs, and I don’t have to worry about stabbing myself with a sharp point either. It’s the knife I reach for the most. If you’ve never invested in Cutco knives, this would be the knife I would recommend you start your collection with, along with their amazing steak knives, but I digress.

There isn’t any dairy in this gluten-free dairy-free turkey and rice soup!

How to Make Crock Pot Turkey and Rice Soup:

  • Brown rice, oregano, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, pepper, and garlic should all be put in the slow cooker.

turkey and rice soup in crock pot

  • Pour 6 cups chicken broth over all, then stir. Place crock pot lid on.
  • Cook on high heat for 2 and a half hours.
  • Put in the turkey and peas. If you don’t like peas, you can leave them out. Stir in. Put the lid back on and cook for another hour on high.

turkey and rice soup in crock pot

It will smell so good when it’s done! It should be in the slow cooker for three and a half hours, but four hours is fine too! If you leave it in longer, the vegetables will get softer. Just put the turkey and peas in and set a timer for an hour. If you need to be away, it will switch to the warm setting.

Here’s a look at the finished soup in the slow cooker, ready to serve.

turkey and rice soup in crock pot

You can garnish with fresh parsley before or after dishing into bowls.

turkey and rice soup in crock pot

What should you eat with this simple turkey and rice soup? If you have time, you could make some gluten-free buttermilk biscuits at home. They’re so good with butter and honey or even garlic butter.

And if you don’t have time for homemade, I highly recommend a box of gluten-free Red Lobster Cheddar Biscuit mix. I have to restrain myself from eating half the batch when I make them! They’re so good!

You could quickly make a pan of the best gluten-free cornbread ever while this soup is cooking. It’s easy, it’s sweet, and it would go great with this hearty soup!

I hope you can make and enjoy this soup soon!

turkey and rice soup in crock pot

If you make this gluten-free soup and love it, please rate this turkey rice soup crock pot recipe 5 stars in the recipe card! Feel free to leave a comment with tips or about any changes you made that worked well.

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FAQ

Should you cook rice before adding to soup?

We Recommend If you add uncooked rice to soup, you have to account for the fact that it will soak up some of your recipe’s liquid to hydrate and plump, so you’ll need extra liquid. Many recipes call for uncooked rice to be added, and account for the need for more liquid in the recipe.

How do you keep rice from expanding in soup?

Save out some broth and cook the rice in that. Remember the proportions – one part rice to two parts liquid, by volume. And rice expands three times in volume when cooked. So if you want one cup cooked rice to add to your soup, cook 1/3 cup rice in one cup broth.

Can you overcook soup in a crock pot?

Yes, you can overcook it if you leave the soup longer than needed or set a high temperature. You must always check the settings during cooking. Be sure not to keep the heat on too high.

What kind of rice holds up best in soup?

Best rice for soup Most types of rice is great for soup. White, brown, wild rice, black rice, sushi rice, basmati and jasmine rice are all great. Even risotto rice and paella rice work! For brown and wild rice, these take longer to cook than the simmer time for the soup.

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