This homemade soup is made with tender turkey, hearty vegetables, and comforting noodles in a flavorful broth. It's the perfect way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey and create a filling meal that will warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
Directions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, carrots, and celery in a bit of oil until softened.
- Add the cooked turkey, chicken broth, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually about 7-8 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
This soup is a great way to use up leftover holiday turkey, but you can also use cooked chicken if that's what you have on hand.
Feel free to customize this soup with your favorite vegetables or herbs. It's a versatile recipe that can be adapted to your preferences.
Leftovers of this soup can be stored in the fridge for a few days or frozen for longer storage. Just reheat and enjoy!