Mexican Leftover Turkey Pie
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Wondering what to do with leftover turkey this Thanksgiving? Look no further than this super easy and delicious Mexican leftover turkey pie recipe. It is packed with flavors and takes you way beyond the boring leftover turkey sandwich.
Leftover turkey is just one of those facts of the holidays. No matter how well anyone plans, there always seems to be more leftover turkey than anyone really wants (or at least that is how it goes in my house). This leftover turkey pie recipe is perfect for using up the turkey after everyone is tired of sandwiches!
This recipe uses a bunch of ingredients that most people probably wouldn’t associate with leftover turkey recipes. But, that is what makes it so awesome…it breaks away from the usual recipes for leftover turkey and really punches up the flavor.
Ingredients for Mexican Turkey Pie
- Cooked Turkey Breast – This is a great way to use leftover turkey from the holidays.
- Onion – Go with a yellow variety for the best flavor.
- Garlic
- Picante Sauce – I find this on the Mexican aisle in our grocery store.
- Seasonings and Spices – Ground cumin and salt.
- Diced Tomatoes – I use the canned petite diced variety but something like Rotel would work great here too.
- ZucchiniÂ
- Black Olives
- Cheddar Cheese
- Cornstarch – This helps thicken the sauce.
- Pie Crust – I tried to keep this recipe super simple and started with a frozen deep dish pie crust. If you love making your own pie crust, definitely go ahead!
How to Make Leftover Turkey Picante Pie
The full recipe instructions can be found in the printable recipe card. The recipe is as simple as mix, dump and bake!Â
- Prepare your pie crust.
- Mix the turkey and most other ingredients (exclude the cornstarch and 1 cup of shredded cheese for this step. Add to the pie crust.
- Sprinkle the top with cornstarch and the reserved shredded cheese.
- Bake. I recommend baking this on a baking sheet in case the liquid overflows a little.
Storage and Freezing
You can store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days. If you are using leftover turkey, be sure to account for the age of the turkey in your calculation.
This turkey pie recipe is totally freezer friendly! We usually make two and freeze one for later. Just wrap it tightly and freeze before the baking step. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking.
So, the next time anyone asks what to do with leftover turkey, grab this recipe and share it with them! I promise everyone who tries it will absolutely fall in love with it.
More Great Leftover Turkey Recipe Ideas
- Turkey Tacos with Cranberry Salsa
- Turkey Spinach Lasagna Rolls
- Leftover Turkey Noodle Casserole
- Turkey and Ranch Quesadillas
- Leftover Turkey Chili
Mexican Leftover Turkey Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey breast chopped or shredded
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 clove of garlic minced
- 2/3 cup picante sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 15 ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 large zucchini diced
- 4 ounces sliced black olives chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 frozen deep dish pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Combine the turkey, onion, garlic, picante sauce, cumin, salt, diced tomatoes, zucchini, olives and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese in a large bowl. Stir well to combine.2 cups cooked turkey breast, 1 medium onion, 1 clove of garlic, 2/3 cup picante sauce, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 15 ounce can diced tomatoes, drained, 1 large zucchini, 4 ounces sliced black olives, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Pour the mixture into a deep dish pie crust. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cornstarch and the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.2 Tablespoons cornstarch, 1 frozen deep dish pie crust
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- I recommend baking this with a baking sheet under your pie crust to prevent spillage in your oven.
- To freeze: Complete through steps 3. Cover tightly and freeze. Remove from freezer and preheat oven. Bake until heated through.
Nutrition
Looks great! I’ll have to keep this in mind for all the turkey leftovers I’m about to have at the end of next week 🙂 Would love it if you linked up on my blog hop http://www.w-t-fab.com/search/label/bloghop. Also let me know if you’d like to follow each other!
Yum, sounds great! I make a lot of turkey sandwiches or salads with my leftovers usually. 🙂
Thanks for sharing at The Fun In Functional!
Love this! Looks delicous and pretty simple! Just what I need for a weeknight meal!
I soooo WANT SOME Shannah!! It looks soooo good!
Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!
I’m always looking for new ways to use left over turkey and this sounds really good.. will surly try it!
Thanks so much for sharing
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your
family..
Sandy
Shannah,
This looks scrumptious! I love NEW ideas for my leftover Thanksgiving turkey. The old ones are getting, well OLD! Thanks for sharing at Creative Thursday 🙂
Michelle
This looks delicious! A great way to use the inevitable leftover turkey. I’d love for you to share this at Tuesday’s Table for the Holidays – http://zentmrs.blogspot.com/2012/11/tuesdays-table-holiday-ideas.html
Yummy!! I’ll try it!
Thanks so much for linking to Make the Scene Monday at Alderberry Hill, you are being featured later today!!
This looks and sounds fantastic! Pinning!
Thanks! It is a great way to use up some leftovers.
I will have to save this for my post thanksgiving leftovers!
Thanks so much.
What a great idea. I love turkey leftovers, but struggle at times what to make with them. This dish will be on my list! Love the spicy flavor.
I love turkey too but can only take so many sandwiches 😉
This turkey picante pie sounds delicious. I know there is nothing like it in my recipe arsenal. Always on the look out for something new for the Thanksgiving leftovers.
Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy this one.
Yum I am so making this with some of our leftover turkey! This is something that would be completely different from Thanksgiving dinner and would taste wonderful!
Thanks so much.
thank you! we always struggle with finding ideas for leftover turkey.
I always feel like I can only stomach so many turkey sandwiches.
This sounds delicious and a great way to use up turkey leftovers. I like that you can freeze it for later, too.
Thanks! We always end up freezing one. They are great for those last minute dinners you need to throw together during busy weeks.
I just bought some pie crust this week with coupons and I usually do not make a lot of pies other than graham cracker crust, so this savory pie will be a good use for the crust. Thanks!
I use pie crusts for savory dishes much more often than desserts!
Fantastic idea, Always on the lookout for more ideas on leftovers!
Thanks!
Oh, this looks so good. We have a ton of leftover turkey and I am always trying to find ways to use it up.
Thanks! Hope you will give it a try.
sounds yummy! I pinned it too! though if I make it I will have to do a substitute for the crust!
Hmmm…I bet you could make this crustless. It would be more of a casserole then but the flavors would totally still work!
Hello yum! What a unique idea to handle all that leftover turkey! I am totally bookmarking this one! YUM!
Thanks so much!
I am not one to mix meats, and sweets, but this looks so good!
Most of the flavors overpower the slight sweetness from the crust 🙂
Looks yummy. I’m gonna make it after I go home.
Ps. Can we use chicken instead of turkey?
You could definitely use chicken in this!
That looks awesome. I’m going to have to try it!!!
Thanks! Let me know what you think.
We don’t usually have a ton, but in years past, I would freeze some and then eat up the rest in gobbler sandwiches!
We have definitely done sandwiches in the past too. Always a great option.
reminds me of a comfort food, looks delicious – all yummy ingredients!
Thanks!
I usually make a standard turkey pot pie with a crust. But this looks like a fun change of pace!
Oh, a turkey pot pie sounds delicious too.
That looks like a good recipe. It is nice to get a new recipe to take care of the leftovers.
Thanks! I am always looking for ideas to use up my leftovers.
This recipe looks delicious. I will have to keep this in mind for Thanksgiving leftovers.
Thanks! It is an easy way to use up some leftover turkey.
I will happily have a slice of that. It really sounds good and is a fab way to work on those extra bits of turkey!
Thanks! I usually make one and freeze it to have later in the year.
This looks delish! Thanks for the recipe!
Thanks so much! I hope you enjoy it.
Oh I never saw this before, but it’s a great idea. I need to try this.
Thanks! This is a great way to use up leftover turkey.