Enjoy every minute of your holiday turkey and ham leftovers with these easy recipes! With something for everyone, your family is guaranteed to find a new post-holiday tradition with these scrumptious dishes.
I am thinking it’s time to start some “day after” traditions! That’s why this week I am sharing my most popular ways to serve leftover turkey and ham.
From white chili to pot pie, soup, salad, sliders and quiche, there is so much more to holiday leftovers than just a sandwich! Get ready to love your post-holiday meals just as much (or more) than the main event itself and create some new ways to keep that holiday spirit bright.
Leftover Turkey & Ham Recipes
This little turkey slider is the best thing about Thanksgiving leftovers! All hot and melted with piles of leftover savory turkey, tart cranberry sauce, and whipped cream cheese, these little Hawaiian roll beauties are a holiday dream. This simple recipe turns leftovers into melted baked goodness everyone will be asking for!
Perfect for using leftover ham, this Ham & Swiss Quiche has a secret ingredient that makes for a creamy, silky quiche every time! More than just breakfast or brunch, serve this easy quiche with a green salad for a deliciously easy lunch or supper.
This fresh salad of pomegranate, pears, and apples with crisp Romaine, glazed pecans, goat cheese, red onion and pepitas makes an out of this world dinner salad with slices of avocado and leftover holiday turkey. Shake up the easy pomegranate vinaigrette dressing to top it all off!
Ham & Pineapple Hawaiian Dip is a richly creamy, savory and lightly sweet dip loaded with your leftover holiday ham, crushed pineapple, cream cheese, green onions, chopped pecans and a dollop of real mayonnaise. An effortless appetizer this dreamy dip delivers a truly delicious wow!
Classic Chicken Pot Pie is ideal for leftover turkey or ham! Its flaky, buttery crust and rich, creamy filling loaded with bright vegetables make for a welcoming comfort meal when the usual chicken is substituted with chopped holiday ham or shredded turkey!
This zippy chopped ham salad will have your family looking forward to leftover ham! Not your average sandwich spread, this chunky salad makes for a perfect appetizer with crackers or a delicious sandwich on your favorite bread. Never wonder about how to make the best ham salad again!
Substitute shredded white or dark turkey meat for the chicken in this easy recipe for Out of This World White Chicken Chili. This zesty bowl of comfort is made wonderfully thick and creamy using rich cream cheese, creamed corn, shredded chicken, and white beans. And don’t forget about the spicy little kick from a jar of tangy salsa verde!
This easy, no-soak, crock pot black eyed pea recipe delivers THE BEST Southern Black Eyed Peas & Ham with a deliciously subtle jalapeno kick. Simple, effortless and oh-so tasty using your leftover holiday ham! Serve these peas with cornbread or over rice for a simple meal.
This classic rice casserole meets creamy, cheesy spinach artichoke dip just begs for a little chopped holiday ham or leftover turkey! Just sub out the chicken for an amazingly delicious all-in-one comfort dish that’s dreamy indulgent and perfect for every occasion!
This easy Southern Chicken and Dumplings recipe is easily converted to use all of your leftover turkey, especially that flavor-loaded dark meat! This recipe is loaded with tender, flat southern-style dumplings bathed in a thick, hearty white stew to create the ultimate southern comfort dish! Add a little cracked pepper and you have hearty and completely satisfying recipe that sure to be a comfort favorite.
Whip up this cozy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup with Portabella Mushrooms using your leftover turkey instead of the usual chicken called for in the recipe! Loaded with carrots, celery, onion, rich wild rice, sliced mushrooms and a luscious creamy base, this easy homemade soup recipe is guaranteed to warm you heart and soul.
Creamy, savory and loaded with deep, rich flavor and spices, classic Louisiana Red Beans & Rice is one pot comfort food that makes good use of your leftover ham and easily feeds holiday guests after the holiday is over.
Get all the rich flavor of a New Orleans Muffuletta sandwich in this gorgeous, easy layered salad with homemade dressing! This richly flavored stunner is perfect for using all your leftover ham. Got some leftover turkey? I would add a little of that too!
Get all the zing of your favorite Italian sub wrapped in a tender, flaky crust with this easy Spicy Italian Crescent Ring recipe! Loaded with slices of ham, pepperoni, 2 glorious melty cheeses, banana or pepperoncini peppers & roasted red bell pepper, this delicious hot sandwich is perfect for making holiday leftovers fun. Throw on a few slices of leftover turkey to take this crescent sandwich right over the top!
These classic open-faced sandwiches are made with slices of turkey, chopped bacon, bright red tomatoes and an easy, warm melted cheese sauce! A great way to use any leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas.
Don’t Forget This Delicious Leftover Recipe!
If your family is like mine, there is always a dish of Louisiana Dirty Rice at every gathering, and leftovers are made even better when stuffed into these baked peppers! Get the recipe for Louisiana Dirty Rice Stuffed Peppers.
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