Turkey stew

Melt the butter in a pot over a medium heat, then place the chopped onions into the pot once fully melted. Cook for 8 minutes until tender.

Once the onions are fully tender, add the sliced carrots, chopped celery, and chopped garlic cloves. Cook for 5 minutes.

Add the diced potatoes and all-purpose flour and then pour in the chicken stock gradually. Add the leftover turkey and bring to a boil. Once boiling reduce the heat to allow the stew to simmer and cover with a lid. Leave for 30 minutes, returning to check on the stew intermittently. Season with salt to taste and serve warm.

Tips & tricks

For the tastiest turkey stew recipe there are a few simple tips and tricks to follow. We’ve suggested adding the chicken broth gradually to achieve the best consistency for your stew. You can also use turkey broth in place of chicken broth, especially if you have the time to make it homemade, but a chicken broth is a good all-rounder for using in many dishes. If you do take the time to make a homemade broth, we have a detailed guide to many more broth-based recipes you can try using your homemade broth in.

Take care not to overcook the turkey. As you’re using leftover turkey you don’t want it to dry out, so only add it towards the end of cooking and let it simmer at a low heat. For help and guidance on how to cook your turkey we have lots of tips and advice available to ensure your turkey is the juiciest it can be. If you cook your turkey to perfection the first time round, you can guarantee that the leftovers will be delicious for cooking with in your favorite hearty winter dishes.

In the recipe shared above the seasoning is fairly minimal, but herbs like thyme or rosemary will add further flavor to the stew. If you’re stuck for time, you can make a turkey stew in a slow cooker. Simply make the mouth-watering, delicious stew as outlined whilst you get on with your day.

If you find you still have lots of turkey on your hands after making this stew, there are plenty more recipes to use up your Thanksgiving turkey in, from turkey soup to turkey casserole.

How to serve it

Stew is superb when served alongside a helping of fresh crusty bread. Better yet, if you can warm the bread before serving, this creates an even cozier meal to enjoy with friends and family. If you’re in need of a lighter side dish after plenty of holiday feasting, a simple side green salad is a fresh and light accompaniment that pairs well with the depth of a turkey stew. 

Storage

Any leftover stew will keep for up to five days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. You can reheat it on the stovetop to enjoy at a later date. You can also freeze turkey stew for up to three months. You will need to thaw it in a fridge overnight the day before reheating to eat.