Mexican Style Leftover Turkey Soup
Leftover turkey, swimming in chicken broth, with diced tomatoes, corn, coconut milk, and jalapenos makes for a delicious and hearty Mexican Style Leftover Turkey Soup. An easy way to repurpose your Thanksgiving leftovers into a flavorful soup.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 294kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 cups cooked turkey shredded
- 1 can 14 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 cup canned jalapeños chopped
- 1 can 15.25 ouncecorn, drained
- 1 can 13.5 ounces coconut milk
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Optional Toppings:
- Cheddar cheese
- Green onion
- Avocado
- Lime wedges
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Place a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Add the onions and cook until translucent.
- Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds then add the spices and continue to cook for another minute.
- Add the stock, tomatoes, corn, jalapeños, coconut milk, and shredded turkey. Stir to combine.
- Allow soup to simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the cilantro and serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Once the turkey soup has cooled to room temperature, store it in an airtight container or a re-sealable plastic bag. It’s always a good idea to label the container with the date and contents. The soup can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days.
You can also freeze the leftovers for up to 3 months. If freezing in a Ziploc bag, leave some space at the top for the soup to expand and lay the bags flat in the freezer. Thaw in the fridge overnight and then reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
To quicken the thawing process you can place the bag or container in cold water changing the water every 30 minutes or so until the soup is thawed. Note leftover turkey soup that has been left at room temperature for more than 2 hours should be thrown away to ensure food safety.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 967mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g