• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
To Simply Inspire
  • About Me
    • Contact
    • Press
  • Recipe Index
  • Appetizers
  • Breakfast
  • Main Dishes
  • Desserts
  • On the Lighter Side Recipes
  • Salads
  • Side Dishes
  • Soups and Stews
  • Shop
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
menu icon
go to homepage
  • All Recipes
  • By Course
  • Holidays
  • Shop
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • All Recipes
    • By Course
    • Holidays
    • Shop
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Recipes » Soups and Stews

    Turkey Noodle Soup

    Published: Nov 15, 2024 · Modified: Apr 17, 2025 by Sherri · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

    169 shares
    • Facebook
    Jump to Recipe
    A pot of turkey noodle soup with carrots and celery. Below, a recipe title and bowls containing dried noodles, carrots, celery, broth, turkey, butter, and garlic.

    Packed with tender turkey, egg noodles, and a medley of simple vegetables, this turkey noodle soup recipe comes together quickly in one pot and is a perfect way to use up leftover turkey meat from holiday dinners.

    A pot of chicken noodle soup with carrots, noodles, and herbs on a white wooden table, surrounded by parsley, salt and pepper shakers, and a striped napkin.

    WANT TO SAVE THIS RECIPE?

    Enter your email below and we’ll send you this recipe so you can come back to it any time! (as well as our new recipes weekly!)

    Single Post Emails

    Leftover Turkey and Noodle Soup

    I love to make this homemade turkey noodle soup the weekend after Thanksgiving with leftovers. It’s so perfect to quickly have when I’m tired after the busy week of cooking. My whole family looks so forward to it.

    I have even added everything to my slow cooker without the noodles and cook it on low for 4-5 hours.  Then I simply cook the noodles and add it to our bowls. 

    Like other soups like hamburger vegetable soup or chicken vegetable soup, this leftover turkey soup is incredibly versatile with what you can add to it. 

    Having it with a slice of this wonderful, quick sourdough bread is such a favorite of mine.  

    A pot of chicken noodle soup with carrots and parsley, accompanied by a wooden spoon, a cutting board with parsley, a striped napkin, and crusty bread on the side.

    Turkey Noodle Soup Ingredients Notes

    Below is a list of the ingredients you’ll need to gather to make this recipe. Scroll down to the full recipe card for the specific amounts.

    Ingredients for a turkey soup recipe arranged on a surface: broth, egg noodles, leftover turkey, butter, garlic, onions, celery, carrots, salt, pepper, sage, thyme, rosemary.
    • Butter: For sauting the veggies. You can use olive oil or other neutral oil.
    • Carrots, Celery, and Onion: The classic trifecta for any great soup.
    • Garlic: I like using fresh minced garlic but you can use it from a jar or use a tablespoon of garlic powder too. 
    • Turkey Broth or Chicken Broth: Use whichever you have on hand and prefer. 
    • Cooked Turkey Meat: Make the soup using diced leftover turkey, but you can use a roasted turkey breast as well. I have even used a rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken for chicken noodle soup too.  
    • Egg Noodles:  I use wide egg noodles but you can use your favorite. Or swap them for a different pasta like ditalini, fusilli or even orzo or rice.
    • Dried Thyme, Sage, and Rosemary: The secret to giving it outstanding flavor.
    • Salt and Pepper: Season to taste.
    • Fresh Herbs (Optional): A sprinkle of parsley or thyme.

    Variations You Can Make

    1. Add more veggies: Add green beans, zucchini, diced Yukon gold potatoes, peas, or mushrooms. Frozen mixed vegetables work well too!

    2. Make it Creamy: Sprinkle ¼ cup of all-purpose flour over the veggies about one minute before adding the broth. Reduce the amount of broth to 6 cups and add 1 cup of heavy cream. Bring to a boil, reduce to low and simmer for 10 minutes before continuing with the recipe as noted.

    3. Use the turkey carcass: Some put the leftover turkey carcass in a big soup pot, making homemade turkey stock, and pull the extra shredded turkey off the bones as well. I typically don’t do that but feel free to if you’d like. would still add more broth for a richer soup base.

    How to Make Turkey Soup

    This simple recipe comes together so fast with common ingredients you probably have on hand.

    Two cubes of butter melting in a beige dutch pot on a light gray surface.

    Step 1 – In a large dutch oven or soup pot, add the butter and let it melt.

    Chopped carrots, garlic, onions, and celery in a large pot, ready for cooking on a white surface.
    A pot of chopped vegetables, including carrots, celery, and onions, being stirred with a wooden spoon.

    Step 2– Then add the celery, carrots, onions, and garlic and cook on medium-high heat for 5-8 minutes until the veggies begin to soften and the onions start to become translucent.

    A pot of soup with chopped onions and broth, stirred by a wooden spoon.

    Step 3 – Add in the broth, bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.

    A pot of soup with chunks of turkey meat, vegetables, noodles, and various spices. A wooden spoon rests inside.

    Then add in the cooked diced turkey meat, dry noodles, and seasonings. Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until the pasta has reached desired tenderness.

    A ladle holding a portion of leftover turkey soup with egg noodles, carrots, celery, and herbs above a pot filled with the soup.

    Garnish with fresh chopped thyme or parsley. Serve with your favorite bread, rolls or crackers.

    A bowl of turkey soup with noodles, carrots, celery, and herbs on a table with a spoon, fresh parsley, and sliced bread.

    Tip

    Cook the Noodles Separately: If you prefer, you can cook the noodles by themselves and keep them more al dente. If you plan to freeze the soup, definitely cook the noodles separate and add them when reheating to avoid mushiness.

    How to Store Leftover Soup

    Refrigerate: Allow the soup to cool and store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

    Freeze: This soup freezes beautifully! It is best to freeze it without noodles in an airtight container. When ready to eat, cook the noodles and add them to the reheated soup.

    Reheat: Warm on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave. Add a splash of broth or water if the soup has thickened.

    If you like this recipe, please leave us a comment and rate it in the recipe card. We would love for you to join us and over 300,000 followers on Facebook as well as on Pinterest and Instagram too!

    A pot of chicken noodle soup with sliced carrots, celery, chicken pieces, and pasta on a white surface.

    Easy Turkey and Noodle Soup – Perfect for Leftovers

    Packed with tender turkey, egg noodles, and a medley of simple vegetables, this turkey noodle soup recipe comes together quickly in one pot and is a perfect way to use up leftover turkey meat from holiday dinners.
    5 from 1 vote
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Print Pin Share Rate
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 220kcal
    Author: Sherri Hagymas

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
    • 2 whole carrots sliced
    • 3 sticks celery sliced
    • 1 large onion diced
    • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
    • 8 cups turkey broth or chicken broth
    • 3 cups turkey meat cut into cubes or shredded
    • 2 cups dry wide egg noodles
    • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ½ teaspoon dried sage
    • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Fresh parsley or thyme optional garnish

    Instructions

    • In a large dutch oven or soup pot, add the butter and let it melt. Then add the celery, carrots, onions, and garlic and cook on medium-high heat for 5-8 minutes until the veggies begin to soften and the onions start to become translucent.
      2 tablespoons butter, 2 whole carrots, 3 sticks celery, 1 large onion, 3-4 cloves garlic
    • Add in the broth, bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.
      8 cups turkey broth
    • Then add in the cooked diced turkey meat, dry noodles, and seasonings.
      3 cups turkey meat, 2 cups dry wide egg noodles, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon dried sage, ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, Salt and pepper
    • Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until the pasta has reached desired tenderness.
    • Garnish with fresh chopped thyme or parsley. Serve with crackers or crusty bread.
      Fresh parsley or thyme

    Notes

    Use leftover turkey or cooked turkey tenderloins.
    Swap turkey for leftover chicken or even a rotisserie chicken.
    Add more veggies like green beans, peas, zucchini or mushrooms. A bag of frozen mixed vegetables are good as well.
    Use a different pasta like fusilli, ditalini, macaroni noodles.
    Make a creamy soup, by sprinkling ¼ cup of all-purpose flour over the veggies about one minute before adding the broth. Reduce the amount of broth to 6 cups and add 1 cup of heavy cream. Bring to a boil, reduce to low and simmer for 10 minutes before continuing with the recipe as noted.
    Store cooled soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
    Freeze: This soup freezes well. You can also cook the soup without the noodles and add it when you thaw the soup out freshly cooked. Allow the leftover soup to cool and store in an airtight container in the freezer

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 1295mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 305IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional Disclosure

    Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.

    Tried this recipe?We love seeing your pictures! Mention @ToSimplyInspire or tag #ToSimplyInspire!

    More Soups and Stews Recipes

    • A red pot of ready to serve lamb stew garnished with herbs on a wooden table.
      Lamb Stew Recipe
    • A white bowl of vibrant coconut curry soup garnished with cilantro.
      Coconut Curry Soup
    • A bowl of creamy New England clam chowder garnished with chopped herbs and crispy bacon bits. A spoon is placed inside the bowl, and a checkered napkin lies next to the bowl on a light-colored surface.
      New England Clam Chowder
    • A bowl of pork stew in a white bowl with a silver spoon.
      Pork Stew

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Deborah Earles

      February 18, 2025 at 11:01 pm

      5 stars
      I can’t wait to try this soup. Can you use Ham in it too?

      Reply
    5 from 1 vote

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Sherri Hagymas leaning on a counter with a white coffee mug

    Hi there! I’m Sherri I love creating a variety of easy recipes that anyone can make and enjoy! From healthy to comforting, I hope you find something that inspires you!.

    More about me →

    Easy Dinners

    • White bowl full of Egg Fried Rice with fork inserted.
      Egg Fried Rice

    • White skillet with tuscan chicken recipe with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach in a creamy sauce.
      Tuscan Chicken

    • four breaded chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet with lemon slices
      Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken

    • Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
      Butter Steak Bites with Garlic Herb Potatoes

    • skillet full of creamy chicken with mushroom sauce topped with parsley.
      Chicken with Mushroom Sauce

    • bowl full of fresh cucumber slices, imitaion crab meat, and avocado with spicy mayo drizzles and topped with sesame seeds
      California Roll in a Bowl

    Popular Recipes

    • slice of coffee cake on a white plate
      Best Easy Coffee Cake

    • Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta recipe in a silver serving bowl
      Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

    • closeup of several crispy chicken wings on white parchment paper.
      Oven Baked Chicken Wings

    • White bowl full of fresh mango salsa topped with cilantro and red onion.
      Mango Salsa

    • black bowl with cottage cheese dip with a carrot and celery
      Ranch Cottage Cheese Dip

    • closeup of shrimp corn chowder in a white bowl with spoon in it.
      Shrimp Corn Chowder

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    List of publications that have featured Tosimplyinspire.com. woman's day, southern living, delish, parade, Forbes, prevention, and parade.

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms of Use
    • Disclosure Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Shop
    • Shop My Favorites
    Copyright © 2025 To Simply Inspire
    Discloure Policy | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use
    To Simply Inspire is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program
    designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.