This leftover roast turkey frittata only takes a few minutes to make but tastes great and is a brilliant way of using up post Christmas or Thanksgiving leftover roast turkey.
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Why should I make leftover roast turkey frittata?
One word: flavour! This is a really rich and delicious recipe; leftover roast turkey frittata is a hugely tasty way of using up leftover roast turkey; far, far nicer than just eating it cold.
This recipe is more of an Italian-style frittata as it includes both red and green peppers, rather than a Spanish tortilla that traditionally would only include onion, potatoes and egg.
It’s also easy to make, and a great way of feeding four people with only 170g/6oz of turkey.
While this recipe is perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving leftovers, it’s not just for the holidays it’s also great throughout the year. Frittatas are perfect picnic food; just let it cool, cut into slices and pop into a plastic box. Unlike sandwiches, it doesn’t fall apart in transit or as you’re trying to eat it – perfect for a car meal when travelling to see family and friends during the holidays.
It’s also not necessary to wait for some leftovers; you can easily cook a turkey breast fillet, or diced turkey breast meat, and follow the rest of the recipe from there.
How do I Make Leftover Roast Turkey Frittata?
First, assemble your ingredients.
Second, whisk the eggs briefly. Just enough to break the yolks and mix them into the white.
Third, add the other ingredients: turkey, potato, and peppers.
Fourth, gently mix all together so as not to break up the potatoes, and season with salt and pepper.
Fifth, Pour the mixture into a non-stick frying pan, you many need to gently press down on the filling so it gets covered with the egg mixture, and cook on a low heat for a few minutes. As it cooks, switch on your grill (or broiler).
Sixth, When the bottom and sides of the frittata is cooked, and golden coloured – you can check by gently pushing it away from the sides with a spatula – but the top is still liquid, it’s ready to go under the grill or broiler.
Seventh, place the frying pan under the grill / broiler to cook the top; as it cooks it will puff up. Keep an eye on it as you don’t want it to overcook or burn. It’s done when the egg is just cooked all the way through – test with a knife.
Keep a very careful eye on the frittata when it is under the grill or broiler! Most grills have hot spots and you will need to move the pan around for it to cook evenly. If your pan has a metal handle it will get hot. DO NOT forget and grab it. Yes I have done this and was quite badly burnt.
Finally, run a spatula round the edge of the pan, flip the frittata out onto a board, then flip back onto a plate and enjoy.
How long will a leftover roast turkey frittata keep?
This turkey frittata can be kept for 2 days in the fridge in a sealed container. Enjoy chilled from the fridge or allow it to come to room temperature before eating. Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds at medium power.
How can I adapt the Turkey Frittata Recipe?
There are SO many adaptions for this recipe, use different vegetables – any you cooked to serve with the original roast turkey would be be delicious, including sliced leftover roast potatoes.
Add some grated cheese for extra flavour and for a low carb version leave out the potatoes and add in extra turkey.
Can I freeze Leftover Turkey Frittata?
I really don’t recommend freezing a frittata. Its OK but they can come out a little soggy. Frittatas are so quick and easy to make there really is not need to freeze them – make them using leftover turkey which has been frozen!
You may want to try my Mushroom Frittata as well!
Leftover Roast Turkey Frittata
Ingredients
- 450 g potatoes ((boiled and sliced))
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1 onion ((chopped))
- 1 bell pepper ((cut into strips - I used a mix of half a red and half a green))
- 170 g cooked turkey ((sliced))
- 6 eggs
- salt and pepper ((to taste))
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to a deep 25cm / 10” non stick omelette pan and gently fry the peppers and onion until soft and starting to turn brown. Turn out onto a plate.
- Meanwhile in a large bowl, briefly whisk the eggs.
- Add turkey, potatoes and cooked peppers to the egg. Season with salt and pepper. Mix together gently so as not to break up the potato slices.
- Transfer the mixture to the frying pan. At the same time that you start to cook the frittata on the hob (burner), turn on the grill (or broiler). Cook the frittata on the hob or burner, on a medium low heat for about 10 minutes, until the bottom has started to colour (you can pull it away from the sides of the pan with a spatula), but the top is still liquid.
- Transfer the pan under the grill/ broiler for a few minutes until the top of the frittata is golden brown and has puffed up.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes, flip out onto a plate, and serve with some green salad.
Notes
- I use half and half red and green peppers
- I always use free range eggs
- One portion (quarter of the frittata is) 7 Weight Watchers Smart Points
- Keeps for 2 days in the fridge
- Make a low carb version by omitting the potatoes and adding in extra turkey
If you want more leftover turkey recipes, how about my leftover turkey & ham pies, with a filo crunch?
Or how about another fritatta? try my Leftover Roast Chicken Frittata?
or creamed pea soup with leftover turkey
Or a turkey and ham pasta bake!
Recipe originally published July 2012. Updated August 2018.
Nazima WLM
I love frittata. really lovely pictures too here. Normally I keep fritatta veggie but may try out this version!
DANIELLE VEDMORE
Looks really tasty! Love frttata’s. xoxo
Naomi
I do like a tasty frittata, always a winning meal. Easy to make and very filling.
Pheobe T
I really enjoy eating turkey, tasty and low fat. This is a delicious recipe and ideal for leftovers.
Paul W
There is always that question of what to do with leftover turkey, so making something really tasty like this is ideal. No fuss and ideal for a family meal.
Tanya Stevens
I couldn’t tell the difference between and tortilla and a frittata, but I do know I love them both. This looks so good, I’d be happy with this any day of the year.
Victoria
A great mix of tasty ingredients for an easy meal. I use turkey a lot, find it tastier than chicken.
Rosemary Young
I hardly ever think of using turkey other than for the big day itself. I like the idea of using leftovers to make this tasty dish.
Fee
I love meals that can be made from leftover turkey. This is a lovely idea, and idea for an easy meal when you really don’t want to be fussing in the kitchen.
Zara Douglas
A very tasty frittata to make with your leftover turkey, yummy.
Gwen E
This looks really yummy and ideal for a family meal after Christmas.
Lisa Dodds
I never really know what to do with the leftover turkey, I always think of Bridget Jones and cold turkey curry buffets. This sounds delicious.
Neil Barns
Our family do like a frittata, so this would be an ideal meal idea.