Description
This Old Fashioned Turkey and Noodles recipe is a hearty, comforting dish made with tender cooked turkey, fresh vegetables, and creamy egg noodles simmered in a flavorful chicken broth. Perfect for using up leftover turkey, it delivers a classic, homemade taste that warms the soul with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 cups chopped or shredded cooked turkey
Vegetables
- 2 small carrots, diced
- 2 small ribs of celery, diced
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Liquids & Broth
- 7 cups chicken broth
- 1 10.25-ounce can cream of chicken soup
Other Ingredients
- 1/2 stick of butter
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 2 (12-ounce) packages Reames frozen homestyle egg noodles
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Turkey: Chop or shred 4 cups of cooked turkey and set it aside for later use.
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat 1/2 stick of butter over medium high heat in a dutch oven or similar high-sided pot. Add the diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic, sautéing until the onions become tender and translucent.
- Add Broth and Seasoning: Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of thyme and pour in 7 cups of chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Cook Noodles: Stir in both packages of frozen homestyle egg noodles, gently separating any clumps. Return to a boil and cook the noodles for about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate Soup: Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in the entire can of cream of chicken soup. Gently mix until the soup is fully combined into the broth.
- Add Turkey: Add the chopped turkey to the pot and stir gently to incorporate evenly throughout the noodles and broth.
- Season and Finish: Add salt and pepper to taste, then stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the noodles are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve: Ladle the turkey and noodles into bowls and enjoy this comforting classic dish.
Notes
- This recipe is a nostalgic variation of classic chicken and noodles, but uses turkey for a richer flavor.
- Perfect for using leftover cooked turkey, making it an economical and tasty meal.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup for a different flavor profile.
- For a thicker sauce, cook a few extra minutes to reduce the broth further.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 501
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 1682 milligrams
- Fat: 23 grams
- Saturated Fat: 9 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 36 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 36 grams
- Cholesterol: 170 milligrams
