February Meal Planner

What Should I Cook Today in February?

Stuck on what to cook? Here are day-by-day February ideas you can make with an Instant Pot, Air Fryer, Stockpot, or Ninja Speedi. Save this post and come back anytime you’re out of ideas.

Featured Books: 100 Beginner’s Instant Pot Bean & Grain Cookbook · Stockpot Cookbook: 139 Simple and Hearty Recipes · 100 Beginner’s Instant Pot Sauce Recipes

February Recipe List

• 1. Creamy Chickpea Stew (IP)
• 2. Lemon Garlic Chicken (AF)
• 3. Quinoa & Black Bean Bowls (IP)
• 4. Turkey Meatloaf Muffins (AF)
• 5. Vegetable Lentil Soup (Stockpot)
• 6. Chicken Fajita Bowls (AF)
• 7. One-Pot Bean Chili (IP)
• 8. Air Fryer Salmon & Veggies
• 9. Barley & Mushroom Stew (Stockpot)
• 10. Turkey & Spinach Stuffed Shells (AF)
• 11. Coconut Curry Lentils (IP)
• 12. Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
• 13. Red Beans & Quinoa Bowls (IP)
• 14. Vegetable Frittata (AF)
• 15. Instant Pot Beef Stew
• 16. Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
• 17. Chickpea & Rice Curry (IP)
• 18. Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs (AF)
• 19. Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey (Stockpot)
• 20. Speedi Vegetable Stir-Fry
• 21. Black Bean Soup (IP)
• 22. Air Fryer Turkey Wings
• 23. Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
• 24. Italian Meatball Skillet
• 25. Spinach & Lentil Curry (IP)
• 26. Air Fryer Salmon Bowls
• 27. One-Pot Pasta with Beans
• 28. Chicken & Vegetable Soup (Stockpot)

17. Chickpea & Rice Curry (Instant Pot)

• Time: 30 mins
• Cost: $2.20 per serving
• Protein: 18g per serving
• Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, 1 cup rice, 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp curry powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 cup coconut milk, 2 cups broth
• Steps: Sauté onion + garlic → Add chickpeas, rice, spices, coconut milk & broth → Seal 10 mins High Pressure → Quick Release → Serve.
• Book Plug: Instant Pot Bean & Grain Cookbook

18. Lemon Herb Chicken Thighs (Air Fryer)

• Time: 25 mins
• Cost: $3.20 per serving
• Protein: 30g per serving
• Ingredients: 4 chicken thighs, 1 tbsp olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, 1 tsp rosemary, salt & pepper
• Steps: Coat chicken with oil, lemon, herbs → Air Fry 375°F 15–18 mins → Rest 5 mins → Serve.
• Book Plug: Air Fryer Rotisserie Recipes

19. Stuffed Bell Peppers with Turkey (Stockpot)

• Time: 40 mins
• Cost: $3.50 per serving
• Protein: 28g per serving
• Ingredients: 4 bell peppers, 1 lb ground turkey, 1 cup cooked rice, 1 cup tomato sauce, 1 tsp oregano, ½ tsp basil
• Steps: Mix turkey + rice + tomato sauce → Stuff peppers → Place in stockpot with ½” water → Simmer 30–35 mins → Serve.
• Book Plug: Stockpot Cookbook

20. Speedi Vegetable Stir-Fry

• Time: 15 mins
• Cost: $1.80 per serving
• Protein: 8g per serving
• Ingredients: 2 cups mixed veggies, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 garlic clove, 1 tsp ginger, 1 cup cooked rice
• Steps: Sauté garlic + ginger → Add veggies → Stir-Fry 5–7 mins → Toss with rice + soy sauce → Serve.
• Book Plug: Instant Pot Bean & Grain Cookbook

21. Black Bean Soup (Instant Pot)

• Time: 30 mins
• Cost: $2.00 per serving
• Protein: 18g per serving
• Ingredients: 2 cans black beans, 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 4 cups broth
• Steps: Sauté onion + garlic 5 mins → Add beans, spices, broth → Seal 10 mins High Pressure → Quick Release → Serve.
• Book Plug: Instant Pot Bean & Grain Cookbook

22. Air Fryer Turkey Wings

• Time: 35 mins
• Cost: $3.00 per serving
• Protein: 32g per serving
• Ingredients: 4 turkey wings, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, salt & pepper
• Steps: Coat wings → Air Fry 375°F 25–30 mins → Serve hot.
• Book Plug: Air Fryer Rotisserie Recipes

23. Quinoa & Chickpea Salad

• Time: 20 mins
• Cost: $2.50 per serving
• Protein: 16g per serving
• Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, 1 can chickpeas, 1 cucumber, 1 tomato, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, salt & pepper
• Steps: Cook quinoa → Mix with chickpeas + chopped veggies → Toss with olive oil & lemon → Serve chilled.
• Book Plug: Instant Pot Bean & Grain Cookbook

24. Italian Meatball Skillet

• Time: 30 mins
• Cost: $3.50 per serving
• Protein: 26g per serving
• Ingredients: 1 lb ground turkey, 1 egg, ½ cup breadcrumbs, 1 cup marinara sauce, 1 tsp oregano
• Steps: Mix ingredients → Form meatballs → Bake or skillet 12–15 mins → Add sauce → Serve.
• Book Plug: Air Fryer Rotisserie Recipes

25. Spinach & Lentil Curry (Instant Pot)

• Time: 25 mins
• Cost: $2.00 per serving
• Protein: 18g per serving
• Ingredients: 1 cup lentils, 2 cups spinach, 1 onion, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tsp curry powder, 3 cups broth
• Steps: Sauté onion + garlic → Add lentils, spinach, curry powder, broth → Seal 10 mins High Pressure → Quick Release → Serve.
• Book Plug: Instant Pot Bean & Grain Cookbook

26. Air Fryer Salmon Bowls

• Time: 20 mins
• Cost: $4.50 per serving
• Protein: 30g per serving
• Ingredients: 12 oz salmon, 1 cup cooked quinoa, 1 cup roasted veggies, 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice
• Steps: Coat salmon → Air Fry 12–15 mins → Serve over quinoa + veggies → Drizzle lemon.
• Book Plug: Air Fryer Rotisserie Recipes

27. One-Pot Pasta with Beans

• Time: 30 mins
• Cost: $2.50 per serving
• Protein: 18g per serving
• Ingredients: 8 oz pasta, 1 can white beans, 1 can diced tomatoes, 1 onion, 2 cups broth, 1 tsp oregano
• Steps: Sauté onion 5 mins → Add pasta, beans, tomatoes, broth, oregano → Simmer 15–20 mins → Serve.
• Book Plug: Instant Pot Bean & Grain Cookbook

28. Chicken & Vegetable Soup (Stockpot)

• Time: 40 mins
• Cost: $3.00 per serving
• Protein: 25g per serving
• Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken, 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 onion, 4 cups broth, 1 tsp thyme
• Steps: Sauté onion, carrots, celery 5 mins → Add chicken + broth + thyme → Simmer 30 mins → Serve.
• Book Plug: Stockpot Cookbook

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