54 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes

These easy Thanksgiving recipes are for dishes that are designed to simplify your preparation for the traditional holiday feast. We love using convenient ingredients, minimal steps, and even cooking methods that can free up valuable oven space.

Easy Thanksgiving Recipes.

Appetizers

1

Air Fryer Eggplant Dip

Air Fryer Eggplant Dip (Baba Ganoush), a delicious, creamy, savory, and easy recipe made from eggplant air fried until tender.

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2

Air Fryer Spinach Dip

Air Fryer Spinach Dip, an easy and delicious appetizer recipe that is creamy and flavorful conveniently air fried in about 6 minutes.

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3

Easy Black Bean Salsa Recipe

Easy Black Bean Salsa Recipe, a simple side dish recipe or appetizer dip made with corn and tomatoes in about 10 minutes.

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4

Chipotle and Roasted Pepper Hummus

Chipotle and Roasted Pepper Hummus, a delicious vegan and Mediterranean diet appetizer that is easy to make.

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5

White Bean Cranberry Hummus

White Bean Cranberry Hummus, a festive appetizer recipe that is vegan, vegetarian , and Mediterranean diet friendly.

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Turkey Recipes

6

Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

This Oven Roasted Turkey Breast recipe is about as foolproof as it gets.Made with dijon mustard, olive oil, and savory seasonings, this turkey breast is moist and tender on the inside, making it perfect for serving especially during the holiday season.

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7

Oven Roasted Skillet Turkey Breast

This Oven Roasted Skillet Turkey Breast is about the easiest way to cook a great tasting turkey.Made with boneless turkey breast, garlic, and butter, this roasted turkey is moist, juicy and full of flavor!

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8

Dutch Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

This Dutch Oven Roasted Turkey Breast is about the easiest way to make a great tasting meal especially during the holiday season..Made with celery, carrots, garlic, and seasonings, this roasted turkey breast is juicy, savory, and oh so tender!

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9

Leftover Turkey Casserole with Rice

This Leftover Turkey Casserole With Rice is as easy and tasty as it gets.Made with broccoli, creamy soup, and shredded turkey, this comforting dish is savory and hearty.

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10

Dutch Oven Whole Roasted Chicken

This Dutch Oven Whole Roasted Chicken is a delectable meal in itself.Made with potatoes and carrots, this one-pot wonder combines the succulence of a perfectly roasted chicken with the wholesome goodness of fresh vegetables, all cooked to perfection in a trusty Dutch oven.

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Side Dish Recipes

11

Crockpot Potatoes Au Gratin

Crockpot Potatoes Au Gratin, an easy and delicious slow cooker recipe made with thinly sliced russet potatoes in a creamy sauce.

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12

Slow Cooker (Crock Pot) Honey Mustard Potatoes

Slow Cooker (Crock Pot) Honey Mustard Potatoes, a simple and delicious side dish recipe that features sweet and savory cooked potatoes.

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13

Instant Pot No Drain Mashed Potatoes

Instant Pot No Drain Mashed Potatoes a delicious side dish potato recipe made in a pressure cooker in less than 10 minutes.

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14

Sheet Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts,

Sheet Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts, a simple and delicious side dish recipe featuring crispy sprouts with caramelized edges.

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15

Brussels Sprout Slaw Recipe

Brussels Sprout Slaw Recipe, a quick and simple side or appetizer recipe made with apple and carrot in a maple vinaigrette dressing.

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16

Bacon and Brussel Sprout Casserole

Bacon and Brussel Sprout Casserole, a simple, comforting, and savory baked dish in a creamy sauce and topped with cheddar cheese.

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17

Crunchy Kale Salad in Maple Dijon Dressing.

Crunchy Kale Salad in Maple Dijon Dressing, inspired by the popular Kale Crunch Salad, curly kale with green cabbage and almonds.

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18

Crockpot Funeral Potatoes Recipe

Crockpot Funeral Potatoes Recipe, deliciously slow cooked creamy hash brown potatoes with cheese served topped with crispy corn flakes.

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Bread and Stuffing

19

Skillet Southern Cornbread Recipe,

Skillet Southern Cornbread Recipe, a delicious and savory bread made from scratch with cornmeal and buttermilk, baked in a cast iron skillet.

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20

Jiffy Cornbread Stuffing Casserole

Jiffy Cornbread Stuffing Casserole, a quick and easy mouthwatering holiday dressing recipe made with simple ingredients.

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21

7up Biscuits- Just 4 Ingredients!

Easy 7up Biscuits, a quick and easy four ingredient bread recipe made with biscuit mix and lemon lime soda.

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22

Air Fryer Cornbread Recipe

Air Fryer Cornbread Recipe, an easy and delicious bread recipe made from scratch and air fried to perfection.

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23

Vegan Pumpkin Bread Recipe

Easy Vegan Pumpkin Bread Recipe, a simple and delicious recipe made without added dairy. Includes a vegan glaze topping.

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24

30 Minute Chorizo Stuffing

30 Minute Chorizo Stuffing an easy recipe for a spicy and bold holiday dish made with sausage, seasonings, and bread.

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25

Air Fryer Dinner Rolls

Air Fryer Dinner Rolls, a simple and delicious recipe for fluffy and buttery rolls made fresh and warm in an air fryer.

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26

Easy Walnut Bread Recipe Vegan | MedDiet

Easy Walnut Bread Recipe, a delicious flavorful and hearty quick bread made with chopped walnuts. Vegan, Mediterranean Diet friendly.

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Gravy and Dressing

27

Easy Pan Gravy for Turkey

Easy Pan Gravy for Turkey, a simple recipe for creamy gravy made with chicken stock and turkey pan drippings.

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28

Homemade Brown Gravy Mix Recipe

Homemade Brown Gravy Mix Recipe, a simple three ingredient classic recipe that can be used to make gravy or as a seasoning.

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29

10 Minute Poppy Seed Dressing

10 Minute Poppy Seed Dressing, a simple and delicious homemade dressing for salads, fruit, and for dipping vegetables into.

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30

Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing and Dip

Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing and Dip, a simple recipe and flavorful that can be used with salads, chips, chicken, or vegetables.

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Desserts

31

Pecan Pie Dump Cake Recipe

Pecan Pie Dump Cake Recipe an easy to make dessert made from cake mix, caramel sauce, and pecans baked to sweet mouthwatering perfection.

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32

Creamy Baked Apple Pie Dip

Creamy Baked Apple Pie Dip an easy dessert recipe made with chopped apples and cream cheese in about 20 minutes.

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33

Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars Recipe, a delicious layered dessert featuring lush cheesecake on a graham crust and topped with pecan pie filling.

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34

German Chocolate Bundt Cake

German Chocolate Bundt Cake, a delicious and easy chocolate cake recipe made from scratch and topped with coconut pecan frosting.

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35

How to Make Homemade Apple Pie Filling,

How to Make Homemade Apple Pie Filling, a simple recipe made with fresh apples and warm spices for a perfect balance of flavors.

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36

Apple Cobbler Dump Cake Recipe

Apple Cobbler Dump Cake Recipe, a simple and delicious four ingredient mouthwatering dessert recipe made in about an hour.

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37

Air Fryer Pecan Pie Recipe

Air Fryer Pecan Pie Recipe, a simple, delicious, rich and decadent dessert recipe made with chopped pecans and air fried to perfection.

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38

5 Ingredient Pumpkin Pie Dip

5 Ingredient Pumpkin Pie Dip, a sweet and creamy dessert dip recipe made with cream cheese and pumpkin puree.

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39

Slow Cooker three Ingredient Dump Cake

Slow Cooker three Ingredient Dump Cake, a simple and delicious three ingredient dessert recipe that can be made in a crock pot.

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40

No Bake Banana Pudding Dessert

No Bake Banana Pudding Dessert, a simple and easy recipe idea made from five ingredients in about 20 minutes.

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41

Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe

Vegan Chocolate Pudding Recipe, a simple 5 ingredients dessert recipe made with no added dairy. Gluten Free, Nut Free. Vegetarian.

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42

Favorite Texas Trash Pie Recipe

Favorite Texas Trash Pie Recipe, a delicious and simple dessert recipe featuring a decadent balance of sweet and salty ingredients.

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Vegan Recipes

43

Chocolate Zucchini Bread- Vegan Recipe

Chocolate Zucchini Bread- A delicious and simple Vegan Bread Recipe made with oat milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and no eggs.

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44

Homemade Vegan Sandwich Bread

Homemade Vegan Sandwich Bread, a delicious homemade bread that is fluffy and moist, made with tangzhong method (vegan milk roux).

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45

Orange Olive Oil Cake Recipe (Mediterranean Diet, Vegan).

Orange Olive Oil Cake, a delicious moist and flavorful dessert recipe idea made with orange juice. Vegan, vegetarian, and nut free

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46

White Bean and Kale Salad

Easy White Bean and Kale Salad, is a protein and flavor packed vegan meal or side dish made with avocado and sunflower seeds.

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47

Potato Salad in Tahini Dressing (vegan MedDiet)

Potato Salad in Tahini Dressing, a simple and delicious recipe made without adding mayonnaise. Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean Diet.

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Sugar Free Recipes

48

No Added Sugar Pumpkin Banana Bread

No Added Sugar Pumpkin Banana Bread , a moist and delicious quick bread recipe made with mashed bananas and pumpkin puree.

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49

This is the recipe for how to make Sugar Free Angel Food Cake

Sugar Free Angel Food Cake, a delicious no added sugar recipe for an airy sponge cake or cupcakes made without added fat or sugar.

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50

Sugar Free Eggless Vanilla Cake

Sugar Free Eggless Vanilla Cake, a delicious no added sugar dessert recipe for a moist and fluffy cake that is easy to make.

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51

No Added Sugar Cinnamon Apple Cake

No Added Sugar Cinnamon Apple Cake, a delicious sugar free dessert recipe for a moist and flavorful cake made from scratch.

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52

No Added Sugar Sugared Cranberries

No Added Sugar Sugared Cranberries, an easy and tasty recipe featuring berries coated with a no added sugar syrup flavored with orange. Video

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53

No Added Sugar Pumpkin Dinner Rolls

No Added Sugar Pumpkin Dinner Rolls, a delicious recipe for homemade dinner rolls made with pumpkin puree and no added sugar.

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10 tips for making Easy Thanksgiving Meals

1. Make a list of what you will be serving before heading out to the store. Include categories of appetizers, meals, sides, desserts, and beverages.
2. Limit how many selections for each categories.
3. Leave openings for what others may want to contribute to the meal. This can include beverages and desserts for example.
4. Once you know what you will be serving, make a timeline that includes every task that will be needed for each recipe. You can start mapping this out going backwards from the serving time to prep time. Do not forget about defrosting and prep needs.
5. Take time in advance to audit what you have on hand and what you need as far as prep and serving equipment. Make sure that everything is clean and in good condition.
6. Know when to not be a complete hero and learn how to delegate even small tasks. This can include chopping vegetables or setting the table.
7. See what you can make ahead of time. Sauces that can be made in advance, prep work that can be done the day before, or desserts that can be made and refrigerated or frozen.
8. Consider making a turkey breast rather than a whole turkey. You will save yourself a lot of time and the turkey will most likely still taste great.
9. Use a slow cooker, air fryer, or pressure cooker to free up stove and oven space.
10. Have storage containers ready to go for others to take leftovers home with them. This can make cleanup etc easier on you.

What not to do when preparing your Thanksgiving Dinner.

• Don't overthink the meal planning. Just keep it simple.
• Don't forget to take care of your turkey. This means defrosting it properly.
• Don't forget to use a thermometer to make sure that your turkey reaches 165f internal temperature.
• Don't put everything off for Thanksgiving Day. There are things that you can do in advance such as prepping ingredients.

54 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes, Dozens of simple recipes for appetizers, sides, turkey, and dessert. Includes vegan and sugar free.

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54 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes, Dozens of simple recipes for appetizers, sides, turkey, and dessert. Includes vegan and sugar free.

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