Description
This easy turkey soup recipe is a comforting way to use leftover turkey, combining hearty vegetables and flavorful herbs in a savory broth. Perfect for a quick and nourishing meal, this soup warms you up with tender turkey, potatoes, and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Herbs
- 3 medium carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery ribs (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 Yukon gold potatoes (peeled and diced)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
Liquids & Others
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups shredded turkey meat
Instructions
- Saute the Veggies: Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the carrots, celery, and onion. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the vegetables start to soften. Add the minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper, then stir for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the Potatoes: Incorporate the peeled and diced Yukon gold potatoes, fresh thyme sprigs, bay leaf, and chicken broth into the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes become fork-tender.
- Add the Turkey: Stir the shredded turkey meat into the soup and continue to simmer for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, just until the turkey is warmed through and fully heated.
- Serve: Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf from the soup. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley for added brightness. Garnish with extra parsley and a dash of black pepper before serving hot.
Notes
- Use leftover turkey or cooked turkey breast for convenience.
- Low-sodium chicken broth helps control saltiness; adjust seasoning as needed.
- You can substitute fresh parsley with cilantro or basil for a different herb flavor.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the potatoes before serving.
- This soup freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: turkey soup, leftover turkey recipe, easy soup, chicken broth soup, comforting soup, healthy soup, fall recipe
