Why You Should Be Turning Your Leftovers Into Croquettes Shutterstock By Sophie Putka/Jan. 15, 2021 12:30 pm EDT Sometimes, there's nowhere left to turn with your dried-out leftover turkey or chicken after a big meal. You've exhausted your lineup of soup, chicken-pot pie, sandwiches, and even tacos. Your fridge might also be loaded up with too much mashed potatoes, or rice, or even beans. In this case, allow us to suggest the final frontier of leftovers: croquettes. Breaded, fried, and creamy inside, the croquette is a perfect side or even main to use those leftovers up for good. Just what is a croquette, you ask?