23 Tasty Ways to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers

If there’s one thing better than turkey stuffing, it’s turkey stuffing the following day! Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers with this easy recipe for pan fried savory stuffing cakes drizzled with leftover gravy.

Some could say that slow cookers and leftovers were made for each other. This easy stew featuring leftover turkey is an effortless and hearty recipe that basically cooks itself! The perfect low-maintenance meal in the days following Thanksgiving.

Enjoy your Thanksgiving leftovers quesadilla style! Melty cheese, tender turkey and cranberry sauce nestled between crisp flour tortillas sounds like a perfect bite (not to mention a SUPER easy way to use extras).

An easy all-in-one way to make the most of your Thanksgiving leftovers, in the form of a healthy and tasty chopped salad. Diced turkey and squash are tossed with seasonal ingredients for the perfect light and fresh meal or side!

One of the best ways to use up leftovers is to bake them together in a delicious, comforting casserole! This easy casserole recipe is cheesy, savory, crispy, and filled with leftover Thanksgiving turkey.

Even after the festivities are over, stuffing and cranberries remain the ultimate combo! This recipe reunites the two in an quick and easy stuffed baked chicken breast that can definitely use up any leftover turkey dressing.

Tangy leftover cranberry sauce is the perfect pairing for an ooey, gooey, savory baked brie! All you need is a wheel of brie and a dollop of cranberry sauce for a fast appetizer that’s great for entertaining.

The perfect recipe for an open faced turkey sandwich that will use up all your Thanksgiving leftovers, and then some! Packed with turkey, cranberry sauce and stuffing, and smothered in gravy so you can relive the tastiness of Thanksgiving dinner all over again.

Toss your Thanksgiving turkey (and leftover sweet potatoes if you have them!) into a delicious and creamy chowder filled with smoky flavor, veggies and herbs. You’ll be craving a warm bowl of turkey chowder all throughout the holidays!

A perfectly easy and tasty, single-serving shepherd’s pie is a fun way to use up those leftovers when it’s just the two of you! Leftover turkey and vegetable filling beneath a layer of leftover mashed potatoes = post-holiday perfection!

Creamy, cheesy pasta and mushrooms are combined with turkey in this easy casserole recipe. Topped with a crispy layer of breadcrumbs and cheese, this is a super tasty way to upgrade those leftovers!

Give delicious new life into your leftover Thanksgiving mashed potatoes with this cheesy, savory waffles recipe! A waffle maker gets these potato patties crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and ready in no time.

This recipe is the trifecta of convenience: made in a skillet, filled with leftovers, and perfectly delicious! A creamy and savory pot pie recipe topped with a crisp layer of leftover turkey dressing or holiday stuffing.

Turkey, gravy, veggies and herbs make up the stuffing for these easy turnovers, the perfect next-day recipe for Thanksgiving leftovers.

A quick and ultra easy recipe for a cozy, hearty corn chowder made with turkey leftovers! Let your slow cooker do the work with this chowder packed with vegetables and flavor that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

A new twist on next-day turkey! You’ll love these crispy fried wontons filled with a turkey, bacon and scallion dumpling filling. Dip these in a delicious homemade whisky glaze and enjoy as a holiday snack!

Keep the good times rolling with these perfect mini sandwiches boasting big Thanksgiving flavors. Easy bite-sized turkey sliders with melty cheese and leftover cranberry sauce make an excellent appetizer for guests to gobble up the next day!

A creamy, melty, cheesy casserole recipe is the definition of comfort food, and the perfect excuse to indulge in Thanksgiving leftovers. This recipe combines wild rice, mushrooms, and leftover turkey for a tasty and satisfying dinner recipe.

Is there anything better than a comforting, warm bowl of soup to make use of those savory holiday leftovers? Soothe the soul and overhaul your turkey remnants with this easy and healthy turkey and vegetable soup recipe.

A versatile and fuss-free leftovers recipe that uses up tasty Thanksgiving vegetarian meatloaf! All that’s needed is two slices of bread and a quick reheat in the grill pan. The flavors of this easy leftovers sandwich come together perfectly and it’s ready in no time!

Transform leftover turkey with some Tex-Mex style and ease with this super simple crock pot chili recipe. Combined with cannellini beans and flavored with spices, coriander, and a nice jalapeno heat, this turkey chili is perfect topped with some fresh avocado.

After all the feasting and festivities, sometimes the occasion calls for a little something lighter! This is a perfect recipe for a fresh and easy frittata cooked with turkey, spinach and cheese (plus any other stray ingredients in the fridge!).

A rich and comforting slow cooker recipe for split pea soup is a cozy way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey. And after all the holiday bustle, the best part is, it cooks itself!