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Easy Leftover Turkey Hash Recipe

Turkey Hash

A cozy and practical skillet meal made with leftover turkey and crispy potatoes, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups chopped leftover turkey Use roasted, smoked, or dry turkey.
  • 3 cups diced potatoes Use roasted or mashed potatoes, but know mashed will be softer.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped for sweetness.
  • 1 medium bell pepper Chopped for color and crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons butter A mix of butter and oil preferred for better browning.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Optional for added flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper To season the mixture.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup leftover veggies Zucchini, mushrooms, spinach, etc.
  • 2 eggs fried or poached For topping, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop the leftover turkey into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Dice the potatoes small for crispy edges.
  3. Chop the onion and bell pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a wide skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes and let them cook for a few minutes without stirring to develop a crispy layer.
  3. After about 5 minutes, add the onion, bell pepper, and seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika). Stir occasionally for another 5 minutes.
  4. Add the chopped turkey and any optional add-ins and cook for another 5-10 minutes until everything is heated through and crispy.
  5. Serve topped with fried or poached eggs if desired.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet to restore crispness.