Turkey Pot Pie Soup
This is my favorite way to use up leftover turkey! This soup is so creamy, chunky, and delicious, and the crumbled baked pastry on top is the perfect garnish. It's a restaurant-quality soup you can make easily at home!
Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter I cook with salted butter
- 1 cup onion diced
- 2 stalks celery diced, leaves and all
- 2 carrots peeled and diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups turkey broth or chicken broth/stock
- 2 cups milk
- 2 bay leaves
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme optional
- 2 cups potatoes diced; about 2 large taters
- 3 cups leftover turkey diced
- ¾ cup frozen peas
- ¾ cup frozen corn niblets
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon white pepper or to taste
- 1 pie crust optional
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, and carrots, cooking until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in the garlic, cooking for an additional minute. Turn off the heat, sprinkle in the flour, and mix until the veggies are coated.
- Slowly pour in the turkey stock, stirring well to dissolve the flour. Add the milk, bay leaves, and thyme (if using). Bring the soup to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the turkey and potatoes, simmering for 8–10 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Add the peas, corn, and cream, and bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
- For a finishing touch, garnish each bowl with crumbled pieces of baked pie crust.
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent scorching.
- Dice the carrots and celery evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Avoid overcooking the vegetables—carrots should remain slightly firm, and potatoes should stay intact.
- Add frozen peas and corn just before simmering for a fresh taste and vibrant color.
- This soup works with any leftover turkey, whether smoked, roasted, or even deep-fried.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cupsCalories: 446kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 23gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 99mgSodium: 1109mgPotassium: 677mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 3258IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 132mgIron: 2mg
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