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Copyright © 2012 Linda. Visit the original article at http://leftoverlovers.com/2008/10/31/leftover-turkey-chicken-or-beef-fajitas/.

Make the best use of leftover turkey, chicken, or beef this coming holiday season!

Here is a delicious, healthy and filling recipe for fajitas that will make the best use of leftover turkey, chicken, or beef. I just made it last night and it is wonderful!

total time: 65 Minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Leftover chicken breast fillets, leftover turkey, or leftover beef [steak] (cut into strips)
• 1 green pepper (cut into strips)
• 1 red pepper (cut into strips
• 8 – 8″ Flour Tortillas

Marinade:

• 1 lime
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cilantro

Toppings: (your choice)

• Guacamole
• Sour Cream
• Salsa
• Corn
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese
• Chopped Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Refried Beans

Directions

1. Mix together marinade ingredients. Add the thin strips of meat and marinate for minimum of 30 minutes to maximum of overnight).
2. Saute peppers in 1 Tbl of canola oil. Add onion slices. Remove peppers and onions when soft and set aside. Add meat to pan (add more oil if necessary). Cook until warm (approx 5 minutes and add peppers. Cook for a few minutes more and serve.  While meat mix is cooking, prepare the toppings in individual bowls for serving. Warm up tortillas in a tortilla warmer, or individually in the microwave on a paper towel for 15 seconds each.
3. Place fajita mixture in the tortilla. Let each person add their own toppings and wrap tightly.

Number of Servings: 8

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Copyright © 2012 tom. Visit the original article at http://leftoverlovers.com/2008/10/26/rice-and-leftover-turkey-or-chicken-hash/.

Photo: Jacqueline Hopkins

This recipe for Rice and leftover chicken can also be used for leftover Thanksgiving turkey.  A reasonably low-calorie meal that is both budget friendly!

Number of servings: 4
Prep Time: 23 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes

Nutrition Facts (Amount Per Serving)

• Calories 382
• Total Fat 12g
• Saturated Fat 3g
• Cholesterol 83mg
• Sodium 592mg
• Total Carbohydrates 36g
• Dietary Fiber 4g
• Protein 30g

INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken or turkey
• 1 1/2 cups cooked white converted rice
• 3 medium carrots, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups frozen green peas
• 1/3 cup each finely chopped bell pepper and minced scallions
• 1 cup leftover chicken or turkey gravy or gravy made from 1 pkt (0.87 oz) chicken gravy mix
• 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp each poultry seasoning and freshly ground pepper

PREPARATION

1. Mix all ingredients in a large nonstick skillet; press down with back of a broad spatula. Place over medium-high heat.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, 14 to 16 minutes until liquid evaporates and some crustiness forms on bottom.
3. Turn in sections with the spatula; cook 2 minutes more.