Leftover Recipes

Quesabirria Tacos

Ever bite into a quesabirria taco and think, “I wish I could make this at home”? Say no more. After years of chasing the perfect taco—we’ve become a bit of meat nerds. Our latest case? Cracking the code on Mexico’s most co…

Mexican Chicken Soup

Chicken soup doesn’t need to be boring! Move over boring chicken recipes, and say hello to this flavor-packed Mexican Chicken Soup. This soup is delicious and loaded with veggies, lots of tender chicken, and a bright note from the limes! Don’t forget t…

Instant Pot Turkey Stock

Homemade turkey bone broth is both easy and rewarding but can be flat or boring. Craving a rich, delicious broth to freeze for later, we put the leftover Thanksgiving turkey carcass to the test to make this easy Instant Pot Turkey Stock recipe. Turkey …

Leftover Smoked Turkey Sandwich Recipe

This Leftover Smoked Turkey Sandwich is the best way to use up leftovers! Toasted hoagie rolls are topped with smoked turkey and veggies, slathered with BBQ sauce, and layered with melty cheese. Using up leftovers doesn’t get better than this! Le…

Pork Chile Verde Omelette

Diner-style omelets are always a recipe favorite for brunch or breakfast but this one is so easy to make at home! It uses three eggs and leftover tender shredded pork simmered in a green sauce to make the perfect chile verde omelette! It’s been m…

Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

A blend of triple cheese and shredded chicken drenched in barbecue sauce, all mixed together with spicy jalapenos and topped with scallions and parsley. This instant pot bbq chicken mac and cheese is big, bold flavor in classic comfort food. We’r…

Chicken Tinga Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers are loaded with an easy chicken tinga and smothered in sauce for a low-carb keto-friendly but loaded with flavor recipe! If you are looking for a recipe that is loaded with flavor but low on carbs, that is kind of my jam (so much …

Smoked Pit Beef Sandwich

This smoked pit beef sandwich is a hearty char-grilled eye of round roast sliced thin and drenched in a rich gorgonzola smokehouse cheese sauce with sliced onions and an airy bun for that perfect bite every time. It started with the roast, or maybe lef…

Curry Chicken Salad with Leftover Rotisserie Chicken

Simple, quick, pack-in lunches are perfect to have ready whenever the team gets hungry. This recipe uses leftovers from a rotisserie chicken, fresh herbs, warm curry spices, dried fruit, nuts, and more for a globally inspired spin on the classic chicke…

Ultimate Breakfast Grilled Cheese

Make the ultimate grilled cheese for breakfast with a hearty filling of eggs, leftover burgers, sauteed onions, and of course, lots of cheese – and make them all in individual foil packets for perfectly toasted truly grilled cheese.  This po…

Moroccan-Spiced Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

Reinvent shepherd’s pie with Moroccan spices and tender steak. Our recipe combines comfort food texture with exotic flavors. One-pan dinner solution.
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Fast and Easy Weeknight Chicken Enchiladas

Quick and easy weeknight chicken enchiladas uses up leftover chicken sauteed in a skillet and a pre-made base enchilada sauce with a few simple ingredients. It’s one of those recipes that’s so simple but gets rave reviews. Sometimes, that&#…

Oven Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe

Nothing beats a classic slow-smoked pulled pork. But is it possible to get great flavor by skipping on the grill and making it in the oven? You bet! And this easy Oven Roasted Pulled Pork is here to show you how. Forget the slow cooker and get incredib…

Smoked Chicken Chilaquiles

These Smoked Chicken Chilaquiles are the perfect way to use up leftover smoked chicken recipes! This classic Mexican breakfast is loaded with corn tortillas, enchilada sauce, perfectly fried eggs, tender chopped chicken, and cheese, all served in one s…

BBQ Rib Hash

This BBQ Rib Hash is a hearty meat lover’s breakfast or brunch that will put a classic short stack to shame! Leftover pork rib meat is sautéed with crispy potatoes, onions, and peppers, then served next to buttered toast and fried eggs! Ribs for breakf…

Cheeseburger Omelette

This Cheeseburger Omelette is the best hearty, meat lovers breakfast! Made with leftover burger patties, onion, and your favorite melty cheese! Does anyone else just crave cheeseburgers at breakfast time? Me too. And this Cheeseburger Omelette is the p…

Leftover Smoked Chicken Nachos with Mango Salsa

Nacho night is one of my favorite ways to use up leftovers. It’s a ten minute way to reinvent last nights supper and these Leftover Smoked Chicken Nachos with Mango Salsa are huge hit every single time. Leftovers are a thing in my house. And rein…

Smoked Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese

Pulled Pork and Mac and Cheese – the ultimate combo. It’s like eating a backyard bbq in one fell swoop. Tender pulled pork is mixed between layers of noodles and melty cheese for a fun twist on one of your favorite comfort foods.  Pork…

Smoked Pulled Pork Enchiladas

Smoked Pulled Pork Enchiladas are a fast and easy go to that are a great way to use up leftovers! Mix and match flavors and heat for your family’s tastes. Enchiladas are one of my tried and true quick weeknight meals. They are crazy easy to make …

Tailgating Pull Apart BBQ Chicken Bread

Everyone loves a meal where you can get messy. This Tailgating Pull Apart BBQ Chicken Bread is crazy fun! A delicious grab and go meal that’s a hit with everyone! Ok, if you have been reading girl carnivore for more than a minute, you know I love to pl…

Campfire Grilled Chicken Panini

Forget boring campfire recipes and canned crap. This foil-wrapped Chicken Panini is everything you need and more as you’re sitting by a roaring campfire surrounded by the wilderness and good company! Indulge in the ultimate grilled sandwich delig…

Roasted Roots and Chicken Power Bowl with Maple Dipping Aioli

Kick up the seasonal flavors with this potato power bowl. A simple mix of fresh seasonal veggies makes the Roasted Roots and Chicken Power Bowl with Maple Dipping Aioli perfect, no matter when you serve it.  This post was created for the Idaho Pot…

Leftover Carnitas Latin Potato Power Bowl

Crispy pork carnitas. Zesty Salsa verde. Grilled Corn and Cumin dusted potato wedges? Oh yeah, this  Latin Potato Power Bowl is everything your taste buds are calling for! This post was created for the Idaho Potato Council because we all believe b…

Black Friday Turkey Burger Recipe

Thanksgiving Leftovers? Black Friday Turkey Burger Recipe will cure that in an over the top and crazy delicious way. Scroll down for a list of killer recipe ideas as well. Chances are there is a small Tetris challenge happening in your fridge right now…

Garlic and Steak Strata

Truth be told, Garlic and Steak Strata is a hearty breakfast. Filled with meaty goodness and packed with protein, it is perfect for after a morning run. Beef Strata Sure Beats A Smoothie For Protein It takes more than a smoothie to keep this girl going…

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