Looking for a way to simplify your Thanksgiving meal prep this year? This Air Fryer Thanksgiving Menu is for you! Yeap, you can use your air fryer to cook up all sorts of amaaaaazing dishes that are perfect for your holiday table.
Whether you’re hosting a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, cooking for a casual Friendsgiving gathering, or preparing Christmas breakfast, the air fryer makes holiday cooking a breeze! Yeap, from breakfast through dessert, almost any recipe imaginable can be easily and quickly made right in the air fryer.
Why Use The Air Fryer?
The air fryer makes it super easy to cook up healthier versions of your holiday favorites. By circulating heat around all sides of the food, the air fryer allows you to ‘fry’ foods using the smallest amount of oil. We’re talking anything from a tablespoon to just a light spray.
And since hardly any oil is being absorbed, your food contains less fat and calories overall. Less calories, less cooking time, and all the flavor? Now this is something we can all be thankful for!
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Menu Essentials
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Get ahead of the holiday chaos and make sure to stock your pantry with these classic staples. You’ll be all set to whip up these delectable air fryer dishes, without any frantic last-minute grocery store runs.
- Produce: potatoes, sweet potatoes (or yams), cauliflower, carrots, celery, Brussels sprouts, green beans, zucchini, winter squash, garlic, lemons, oranges, apples, cranberries, pomegranate seeds.
- Meats: turkey (whole, breasts, legs), chicken (whole, breasts, thighs), beef roast, ground turkey, or beef (mince).
- Fresh herbs: parsley, rosemary, sage, thyme, tarragon, basil.
- Nuts and seeds: walnuts, almonds, pecans, pumpkin seeds (pepitas), sunflower seeds.
- Dry goods: rice, peas, lentils, flour, quinoa, sugar, or sugar substitute of choice.
- Seasonings, spices, and other: salt, ground black pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, olive oil, coconut oil, butter.
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Menu Materials
KITCHEN TOOLS, UTENSILS & APPLIANCES NEEDED
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Here are some of the items you will need to help with meal planning.
- Air Fryer.
- Cutting board.
- Tongs.
- Measuring jugs or cups.
- Measuring teaspoons.
- Spatula.
- Bowls with covers.
- For storing your leftover food.
- Meat thermometer
- Use please this to check the internal temperature of meat.
- Meal prep bowls.
- Flavorings**
- Sea Salt Flakes <= amazing salt that makes your food taste good.
- **Essentials**
- Check out this list of must-have Air Fryer essentials including the round pan.
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Appetizers
Start your celebration off with these tasty and tantalizing appetizers. With options that are suitable for vegan, gluten free, and low carb diets, there’s something that is sure to please everyone!
Air Fryer Roasted Almonds {Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Keto}
Homemade Air Fryer Tater Tots {Vegan, Gluten Free}
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Wings with Parmesan {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto}
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto}
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo}
Buffalo Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings {Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo}
Air Fryer Mac and Cheese Balls {Vegetarian}
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Sides
The air fryer makes it sooooo easy to cook up healthier versions of all sorts of classic holiday sides. From green beans to potatoes, these side dishes are full of flavor and will pair perfectly with your main course.
Air Fryer Green Beans {Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo, Whole30}
Air Fryer Pumpkin Biscuits {Vegetarian}
Air Fryer Butternut Squash {Vegan, Gluten Free, Keto, Paleo, Whole30}
Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts {Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo, Whole30}
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob {Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb}
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries {Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo, Whole30}
Crispy Air Fryer Baked Potatoes {Vegan, Gluten Free}
Air Fryer Asparagus {Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo, Whole30}
Air Fryer Mac and Cheese {Vegetarian}.
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Main Dishes
Move beyond typical turkey and cook up these awesome Air Fryer main dishes instead! Deliciously tender Air Fryer Salmon, salmon patties, and steak with herb lemon butter are all fantastic, flavorful alternatives. And these air fryer mushroom steaks make an ideal vegan-friendly main course. Hosting a small holiday meal? Then why not cook up a whole chicken right in the air fryer?
Air Fryer Turkey Breast {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo}
The Best Air Fryer Whole Chicken {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo}
Air Fryer Cornish Hen {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo}
Air Fryer Salmon {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo, Whole30}
Air Fryer Steak with Herb Lemon Butter {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo}
Air Fryer Turkey Burgers {Low Carb}
Air Fryer Salmon Patties {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Whole30}
Air Fryer Garlic Mushroom Steaks {Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto}
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Desserts
Finish off your Thanksgiving feast with one of these delectable air fried desserts. Choose from individual blueberry hand pies, crunchy apple chips, tasty cherry crisp, and indulgent chocolate cake. Or go all out and make them all!
Air Fryer Stuffed Caramel Apple Donuts
Air Fryer Blueberry Hand Pies {Vegetarian}
One Bowl Air Fryer Chocolate Cake {Gluten Free}
Air Fryer Cherry Crisp {Vegan, Gluten Free}
Air Fryer Churros {Vegetarian}
Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies {Vegetarian}
Air Fryer Apple Chips {Vegan, Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo, Whole30}
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Breakfasts
Because the Thanksgiving holiday is more than just a single meal, these air fryer breakfast recipes are exactly what you need. Your guests will love how delicious and satisfying they are, and you will love how quick and easy they are to make! Perfect for serving up on Thanksgiving morning and all weekend long.
Air Fryer Bacon Cinnamon Rolls
Air Fryer Banana Bread {Vegetarian}
Air Fryer French Toast Sticks {Vegetarian}
Easy Air Fryer Homemade Berry Pop Tarts
Air Fryer Breakfast Frittata {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto}
The Crispiest Air Fryer Bacon {Gluten Free, Low Carb, Keto, Paleo}
Originally published Oct 2019. Has Been updated.
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I love how many options are provided here! Can’t wait to try some out this holiday season.
Amazing collection of air fryer recipes for holidays. Thanks for sharing
Love this!! I am absolutely obsessed with my air fryer and I can’t wait to try so many of these recipes.
I love how an air fryer can help save time and on Thanksgiving that’s essential! The oven gets stuffed, so finding ways to use your other kitchen appliances is a great way to save time. Thanks for the tips!
I just got an air fryer for my birthday and Ive been waiting for a great reason to use it. Thanksgiving is going to be great this year, and I won’t be in the kitchen for hours… I cant wait, thank you!
Wow, there is so much amazing choice here. Those mac and cheese balls look incredible.
I’ve only got one comment, my friend – I wish I were coming to your house for Christmas! All these recipes look amazing, so much inspiration there. Thank you.
This is seriously ag= great list! They all look amazing!