Quick Thanksgiving recipes
Thanksgiving week is busy. These quick recipes cover the nights around the big meal: easy fall dinners before the holiday, a fast side that frees up the oven, and smart ways to use leftover turkey, all ready in 20 minutes or less.
Every recipe is halal, with no pork and no alcohol. Start with leftover turkey quesadillas, the 20-minute ground turkey chili or maple glazed Brussels sprouts, or browse all 20-minute meals.
Tex-Mex · 15 min
Leftover Turkey Quesadillas with Cranberry (15 Minutes)
Crispy quesadillas stuffed with leftover roast turkey, melted cheese and cranberry sauce. The easiest way to use Thanksgiving leftovers, done in 15 minutes.
Soups & Salads · 20 min
20-Minute Ground Turkey Chili (One Pot)
Thick, smoky ground turkey chili with kidney beans, bell pepper and tomatoes, simmered in one pot and ready in 20 minutes. Halal and freezer friendly.
Vegetarian · 15 min
Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Pecans (15 Minutes)
Skillet Brussels sprouts seared until caramelized, then glazed with maple syrup and tossed with toasted pecans and dried cranberries. A 15-minute Thanksgiving side.
Pasta · 20 min
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with Crispy Sage (20 Minutes)
Creamy pumpkin pasta made with canned pumpkin puree, garlic, crispy sage and parmesan, ready in 20 minutes. A cozy fall weeknight dinner.
Beef · 20 min
Butternut Squash and Ground Beef Skillet (20 Minutes)
Golden cubes of butternut squash and browned halal ground beef with garlic, smoked paprika and spinach, all in one skillet in 20 minutes.
One-Pan · 17 min
Speedy Turkey Taco Bowls
Seasoned ground turkey, crisp lettuce, beans, and salsa in one colorful bowl.
Chicken · 20 min
20-Minute White Chicken Chili (Creamy, Stovetop)
Creamy white chicken chili with white beans, green chiles and cream cheese, made on the stovetop in 20 minutes with cooked chicken.
Pasta · 20 min
French Onion Pasta Without Wine (20 Minutes)
Jammy golden onions, savory beef broth and a splash of vinegar instead of wine, tossed with rigatoni and melted Gruyère. A halal French onion pasta in 20 minutes.
Soups & Salads · 18 min
Tomato Tortellini Soup with Spinach
Cheese tortellini simmered in a garlicky tomato broth with spinach and a splash of cream, ready in under 20 minutes.
Chicken · 20 min
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Golden chicken cutlets in a garlicky cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and parmesan, all in one skillet.
Frequently asked questions
What can I make with leftover turkey quickly?
Turkey quesadillas with cranberry sauce take about 15 minutes. Shredded turkey also works in chili, taco bowls and soups.
What is a fast Thanksgiving side dish?
Skillet maple glazed Brussels sprouts are ready in 15 minutes on the stovetop, which keeps the oven free for the turkey.
Are these Thanksgiving recipes halal?
Yes. Every recipe on Quick Supper Ideas is halal, with no pork and no alcohol. Use halal turkey, meat and broth.