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Leftover Turkey Chowder

Leftover Turkey Chowder

Easy Leftover Turkey Chowder recipe. Perfect for using your extra chicken or turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups cooked turkey, diced
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add in the onion and cook until the onions are translucent and fragrant.
  • Mix in the garlic powder and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for around 10 minutes.
  • Mix in the frozen mixed vegetables and simmer for around 5 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and milk until smooth.
  • Slowly mix the milk mixture into the soup. Add in the salt, pepper and cayenne pepper, stiring until thickened, around 15 minutes.
  • Mix in the turkey and cheese until the cheese is melted. Enjoy warm.