These Leftover Turkey Nachos are perfect if you have remaining food from Thanksgiving and you want to put it to use in a dish that isn’t boring! Mix and add all of your favorite nacho toppings.
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If you have leftover turkey from Thanksgiving, no need to throw it out! There’s also no need to make turkey sandwiches everyday either. These nachos are epic, versatile too! Feel free to use this recipe for beef, chicken, etc.
If you used my Cajun Turkey recipe then you are really in for a treat because you are starting with turkey that is loaded with flavor!
Tortilla Chips
This may be the most important part of the recipe! Feel free to use your favorite. I actually use my Air Fryer Tortilla Chips recipe. I use uncooked tortillas (these can be found in the refrigerator section of a store) and follow the same cook time noted in the recipe.
This allows me to season them however I like! I love the Trader Joe’s Chili Lime and Everything but the Elote Seasoning for these chips.
How to Make Turkey Nachos
- Preheat oven to Low Broil.
- Spread enough tortillas that will fit into the bottom of a sheet pan.
- Combine cooked turkey, diced tomatoes and chilies, onions, sliced olives and Taco Seasoning in a large bowl. Stir and spread over the tortilla chips.
- Sprinkle the cheese throughout.
- Broil for 4-6 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
What Type of Cheese to Use
The short answer is whatever you like. I use a combination of the following:
- Cheddar
- Pepperjack
- Mozzarella (gives the nachos the nice, cheese pull)
Topping Ideas
- Salsa
- Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
- Guacamole
- Sliced Avocado
- Pico de Gallo
- Shredded Lettuce
- Pickled Onions
- Corn
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Leftover Turkey Nachos
Ingredients
- Tortilla Chips I use 15-17 large chips. You will need enough to fit your sheet pan.
- 2 cups cooked turkey Sliced into cubes or shredded
- 15 oz canned diced tomatoes and chilies drained
- 15 oz canned black beans drained
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1 1/4 cups shredded cheese I used 1 cup cheddar and 1/4 cup mozzarella.
- 1/4 cup shredded pepper jack cheese Can substitute whatever you wish.
Homemade Taco Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika I use smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for spicy
Optional Toppings
- salsa
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Guacamole
- Jalapenos
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat oven to Low Broil.
- Spread enough tortillas that will fit into the bottom of a sheet pan. I use 15-17 large chips. You will need enough to fit your sheet pan. (I use half sheet.)
- Combine the cooked turkey, black beans, diced tomatoes and chilies, onions, sliced olives and Taco Seasoning in a large bowl. Stir and spread over the tortilla chips.
- Sprinkle the cheese throughout.
- Broil for 4-6 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
Robin
Wednesday 28th of June 2023
Best nachos....get in the kitchen and make it happen!
staysnatched
Saturday 8th of July 2023
Yessss!
Edith
Monday 3rd of October 2022
Made these twice last month with ground Turkey. First time around my kids wanted seconds so bad and we had devoured them since they were so good. Second time I made extra. Even the neighbor kids got to enjoy them and they loved them. And what I loved the most is one of the neighbor kids is so picky about food she hardly ever eats at my house but she loved these nachos. She even asked for more of the meat. Thank you again for a delicious recipe Brandi!
staysnatched
Tuesday 4th of October 2022
You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed them.
Breanna
Sunday 9th of January 2022
These are the easiest best nachos to make! This has become our go to Sunday snack during football.
staysnatched
Sunday 9th of January 2022
I'm glad to hear it's become a go-to.
Monique
Tuesday 30th of November 2021
Super easy and great idea for leftover turkey! I also used the recipe for the air fryer tortilla chips. Everything came together quickly and I would highly recommend.
staysnatched
Tuesday 7th of December 2021
I'm glad you enjoyed them!
Shaundrika
Sunday 28th of November 2021
These were such a delicious treat watching the game today!! My husband knew it had to be one of your recipes hahaha 🤣 We love your recipes so much! 2 of 3 that Went down today :)
staysnatched
Tuesday 30th of November 2021
Yay! I'm so glad to hear that.