This Crock Pot Turkey and Noodles recipe is a cozy and easy dinner, which includes shredded turkey and tender egg noodles. It’s a straightforward recipe, ready in about 6 hours and 15 minutes.
Crock Pot Turkey And Noodles Ingredients
- 7 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups shredded cooked turkey
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 ribs celery, diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 8 ounces dry egg noodles (1 package)
How To Make Crock Pot Turkey And Noodles
- Load the slow cooker: Add broth, turkey, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, bay leaves, Italian seasoning, and pepper to the crock pot.
- Cook the soup base: Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours. Taste and season with salt if needed.
- Boil the noodles separately: In the last 10 minutes, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles until al dente according to package instructions.
- Combine noodles and soup: Drain noodles and stir them into the slow cooker.
- Serve and enjoy: Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
Recipe Tips
- Can I cook the noodles in the crock pot?
It’s best to cook them separately to avoid mushy noodles, but you can add them in the last 30 minutes if desired. - What kind of turkey works best?
Leftover roasted or smoked turkey (white or dark meat) both work great. - Can I make this ahead?
Yes, make the soup base ahead and add fresh-cooked noodles just before serving. - How to make it creamier:
Stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream or a can of cream of chicken soup at the end. - Can I freeze it?
Freeze the soup base without the noodles. Add fresh noodles after reheating.
What To Serve With Turkey And Noodles
This comforting dish pairs well with:
- Dinner rolls or biscuits
- Side salad with vinaigrette
- Roasted Brussels sprouts
- Steamed green beans
- Cranberry sauce
How To Store Turkey And Noodles
Refrigerate:
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze:
Freeze the soup base without noodles for up to 2 months. Reheat and add fresh noodles before serving.
Turkey And Noodles Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 221 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Protein: 21g
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 59mg
- Sodium: 158mg
- Potassium: 514mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Calcium: 51mg
- Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Can I use rotisserie chicken instead of turkey?
Yes, rotisserie chicken is a convenient and tasty substitute.
How to avoid soggy noodles?
Always cook noodles separately and add them just before serving.
Can I add more veggies?
Yes, peas, corn, or green beans make great additions in the last 30 minutes.
How to boost the flavor?
Add a splash of lemon juice or a dash of poultry seasoning for more depth.
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Crock Pot Turkey And Noodles
Course: SoupsCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy8
servings15
minutes6
hours221
kcalThis easy slow cooker turkey and noodles recipe is made with tender turkey, veggies, and hearty egg noodles.
Ingredients
7 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 cups shredded cooked turkey
3 carrots, sliced
3 ribs celery, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
2 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp black pepper
Kosher salt, to taste
8 oz dry egg noodles
Directions
- Add all ingredients except noodles to slow cooker.
- Cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
- Boil noodles until al dente.
- Stir noodles into the soup.
- Serve warm and enjoy.