Turkey Croquettes with Mushroom Rosemary Gravy

Transform your holiday leftovers into a gourmet delight with these irresistibly crispy Turkey Croquettes paired with a luxurious Mushroom Rosemary Gravy. Made with tender shredded turkey, creamy mashed potatoes, and melty cheddar cheese, these golden-fried croquettes are perfectly seasoned and coated in crunchy breadcrumbs. The star of the dish, however, is the savory gravy, infused with earthy mushrooms, fragrant rosemary, and a touch of velvety cream for an indulgent finish. Perfect as an appetizer or a comforting main course, this recipe is a creative way to breathe life into your leftovers while satisfying every craving. Serve these croquettes piping hot with the rich gravy drizzled on top or as a dip on the side for a crowd-pleasing feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked turkey (shredded or finely chopped)
• 1 cup potatoes (mashed, room temperature)
• 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
• 1.5 cups plain breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup mushrooms (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for gravy)
• 1.5 cups chicken or turkey stock
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon rosemary (finely chopped)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt (for gravy)
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (for gravy)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey, mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, parsley, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into small logs or patties, about 2 inches long, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to firm up.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with the beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs.

Step 4

Coat each croquette in flour, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally roll it in breadcrumbs, ensuring it's evenly coated. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, fry the croquettes in batches for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 6

For the gravy, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and mushrooms, and sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened and browned.

Step 7

Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux.

Step 8

Slowly whisk in the chicken or turkey stock, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer and cook for another 3–4 minutes until thickened.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes until the gravy is smooth and velvety.

Step 10

Serve the turkey croquettes hot with the warm mushroom rosemary gravy drizzled over the top or on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2034.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4927.7

Total Fat 354.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 827.3mg	0%
Sodium 7552.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.4g
Protein 217.5g	0%

Vitamin D 78IU	0%
Calcium 1316.9mg	0%
Iron 22.9mg	0%
Potassium 3332.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 18.9%