Best 3 Leftover Turkey Burritos Recipes
Indulge in a culinary journey with our versatile leftover turkey burritos, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These burritos are not just a quick and easy meal; they are a blank canvas for your creativity, allowing you to explore a world of culinary possibilities. Whether you prefer a classic combination of rice, beans, and salsa, or a more adventurous blend of sweet potatoes, black beans, and avocado crema, these recipes have something for every palate. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we'll guide you through the process of crafting the perfect burrito, ensuring a delicious and satisfying meal that will leave you craving more.
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LEFTOVER TURKEY BURRITOS
I made this recipe while trying to figure out what to do with leftover holiday turkey. Very delicious! Prep time includes time to marinate.
Provided by Cynna
Categories Meat
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine turkey, tequila, lime juice, onion, garlic and 1 tbsp oil in a medium bowl.
- Add salt, garlic and onion powder, black and red pepper, cumin, and chili powder to turkey mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
- Cover and let sit in the refrigerator for no more than 1 hour.
- Heat 1 tbsp canola oil in skillet over medium heat.
- Wrap tortillas in foil and let heat in 300 degree oven for about 10 minutes.
- Add turkey mixture to skillet and cook until onions are soft and mixture is thoroughly heated through(about 10 minutes).
- Remove tortillas from the oven and sprinkle pepper-jack cheese down the middle of each tortilla.
- Add hot turkey filling on top of cheese, wrap, and serve!
TURKEY BURRITOS
When my husband and I were married almost 30 years ago, my biggest challenge was learning to cook. Now I struggle to find filling lunches for our son. He loves these burritos.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large nonstick saucepan, brown turkey and onion; drain. Add tomatoes, beans, chilies, olives, taco seasoning and corn; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Return to a boil. Stir in rice; remove from the heat. Cover; let stand for 5 minutes. Place about 1/2 cup filling down the center of each tortilla; sprinkle with cheese if desired. Fold in sides of tortilla.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 865mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
LEFTOVER TURKEY - ENCHILADAS
What to do with all the leftover Holiday Turkey Meat - This was a big hit, and a treat to have something spicy after holiday eating holiday leftovers for a few days.
Provided by Chuck_Roast
Categories Poultry
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Heat a skillet to medium, add some oil and saute the onions for a few minutes then add the peppers and garlic and saute until the onion become translucent.
- Add Tomatoes, seasonings, Stir to combine.
- Add Turkey and 1 cup of enchilada sauce - stir - simmer until some of the liquid has evaporated (not too juicy any more).
- Add cream cheese and stir until well incorporated. Simmer for a few minutes longer.
- In a 9X13" pan add 1 cup of enchilada sauce and coat bottom of pan.
- Add about 1/4-1/3 cup of meat mixture to each tortillia - roll tortilla and place seem side down in a baking dish (just roll, don't fold ends).
- Pour remaining Enchilada sauce over the top of the tortillas.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top.
- Bake i for about 20-30 minutes until cheese is melted and side are bubbling slightly.
- Variations - Add a can of black beans (rinsed and drained) to the meat mixture after incorporating the cream cheese.
- Toppings (suggestions) - Salsa, lettuce, Chopped Olives, Chopped Onion, Chopped tomatoes, chopped jalapeno's.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your burritos.
- Don't overcook the turkey. Overcooked turkey is dry and tough. Cook it just until it is cooked through.
- Use a variety of toppings. This will make your burritos more interesting and flavorful. Some good options include cheese, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
- Wrap the burritos tightly. This will help to keep them from falling apart.
- Serve the burritos immediately. They are best when they are fresh and hot.
Conclusion:
Leftover turkey burritos are a delicious and easy way to use up leftover turkey. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty lunch. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you have leftover turkey, don't throw it away! Make these burritos instead.
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