July Meal Planner — Picnic & Potluck Friendly

byRossi Voss
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July — Picnic & Potluck Friendly
July Meal Planner — Picnic & Potluck Friendly

Welcome to your July meal planner! 30 easy, crowd-pleasing recipes perfect for picnics, potlucks, and summer gatherings. Made with your Air Fryer, Instant Pot, Ninja Speedi, or Stockpot — no oven needed!

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← June | August →

July Recipes

  1. AF Crispy Chicken Sandwiches
  2. IP Cowboy Beans
  3. Speedi Street-Corn Bowls
  4. AF Rotisserie Veg Pasta Salad
  5. Stockpot Chili Dogs (from scratch)
  6. AF Fish & Chips Night
  7. IP Pulled BBQ Chicken
  8. AF Onion Rings + Burgers
  9. Speedi Caprese Chicken
  10. IP Greek Lentils & Rice
  11. AF Turkey “Hot Wings”
  12. Speedi Shrimp Tacos
  13. IP Minestrone Summer Veg
  14. AF Falafel Pitas
  15. Speedi Hawaiian Chicken Rice
  16. AF Cornflake Chicken
  17. IP Pasta e Fagioli
  18. AF Zucchini Boats
  19. Speedi Gyro Bowls
  20. AF Peach Hand Pies
  21. IP Butter Chickpeas
  22. AF Black Garlic Drumsticks
  23. Speedi Turkey Fajita Rice
  24. IP Tikka Masala (lite)
  25. AF Shrimp Po’ Boys
  26. Speedi Burrito Bake
  27. IP Tomato Rice Soup
  28. AF Veggie Calzones
  29. Speedi Lemon Shrimp Orzo
  30. AF Rotisserie Cauli Steak
  31. IP Red Lentil Dal

AF Crispy Chicken Sandwiches

Servings: 4 | Protein: 30g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $3.50/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken breast cutlets
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 4 buns
  • Lettuce, mayo, pickles

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Dip chicken in egg, coat with seasoned breadcrumbs.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
  3. Serve on buns with lettuce, mayo, and pickles.

IP Cowboy Beans

Servings: 4 | Protein: 16g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Cost: $2.20/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 can pinto beans
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup corn
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual (High Pressure) 15 minutes → Quick release.
  3. Stir and serve warm.

Speedi Street-Corn Bowls

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.00/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ¼ cup cotija or feta cheese
  • 1 tbsp mayo
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add rice, broth, turkey, corn, and chili powder to Speedi.
  2. Cook on Rapid Cook 15 minutes.
  3. Top with cheese, mayo, lime juice, and cilantro.

AF Rotisserie Veg Pasta Salad

Servings: 4 | Protein: 12g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tbsp rotisserie seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
  • ¼ cup Italian dressing
  • 2 tbsp Parmesan (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Toss veggies with oil and seasoning.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes.
  3. Cook pasta, drain, and mix with dressing.
  4. Add roasted veggies and toss. Serve chilled or warm.

Stockpot Chili Dogs (from scratch)

Servings: 4 | Protein: 24g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 40 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 4 hot dogs
  • 4 hot dog buns
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Brown beef and onion in stockpot.
  2. Add tomatoes, chili powder, cumin. Simmer 30 minutes.
  3. Warm hot dogs in simmering chili.
  4. Serve in buns with chili on top.

AF Fish & Chips Night

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.80/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 4 white fish fillets
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 4 potatoes, cut into fries
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Tartar sauce, lemon wedges

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Dip fish in egg, coat with seasoned breadcrumbs.
  2. Toss fries with oil.
  3. Air fry both at 375°F for 12–15 minutes.
  4. Serve with tartar sauce and lemon.

IP Pulled BBQ Chicken

Servings: 4 | Protein: 30g | Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual 10 minutes → Quick release.
  3. Shred chicken and return to sauce. Serve on buns.

AF Onion Rings + Burgers

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $3.60/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 large onion, sliced into rings
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 4 turkey or beef patties
  • 4 buns
  • Toppings: lettuce, tomato, cheese

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Dip onion rings in egg, coat with breadcrumb-flour mix.
  2. Place rings and burgers in air fryer.
  3. Air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
  4. Serve together on buns with toppings.

Speedi Caprese Chicken

Servings: 4 | Protein: 30g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.50/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella, cubed
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add chicken, rice, broth to Speedi. Cook 15 mins.
  2. Stir in tomatoes and mozzarella after cooking.
  3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve.

IP Greek Lentils & Rice

Servings: 4 | Protein: 20g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $2.20/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup lentils
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add lentils, rice, onion, broth, oregano to IP.
  2. Seal → Manual 15 minutes → Quick release.
  3. Fluff and stir in lemon juice before serving.

AF Turkey “Hot Wings”

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ cup hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp butter, melted
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix turkey, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, salt, pepper.
  2. Form into drumette shapes or nuggets.
  3. Air fry at 375°F for 18–20 minutes.
  4. Toss in hot sauce + butter. Serve with ranch.

Speedi Shrimp Tacos

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $4.00/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cabbage slaw
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add shrimp, rice, broth, and chili powder to Speedi.
  2. Cook on Rapid Cook 12 minutes.
  3. Fluff and serve in tortillas with slaw and lime.

IP Minestrone Summer Veg

Servings: 4 | Protein: 14g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $2.40/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup white beans
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup small pasta
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add zucchini, pepper, tomatoes, beans, broth, seasoning to IP.
  2. Seal → Manual 10 minutes → Quick release.
  3. Add pasta, simmer 8–10 minutes until tender.

AF Falafel Pitas

Servings: 4 | Protein: 18g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $2.60/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 4 pita pockets
  • Hummus
  • Lettuce, tomato, onion
  • Tzatziki or yogurt sauce

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Pulse chickpeas, breadcrumbs, garlic, cumin in food processor.
  2. Form into small patties.
  3. Air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
  4. Stuff pitas with falafel and toppings.

Speedi Hawaiian Chicken Rice

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.40/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Speedi.
  2. Cook on Rapid Cook 15 minutes.
  3. Fluff and serve warm.

AF Cornflake Chicken

Servings: 4 | Protein: 30g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $3.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
  • 1 cup crushed cornflakes
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Dip chicken in egg, coat with crushed cornflakes and spices.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
  3. Serve with dipping sauce.

IP Pasta e Fagioli

Servings: 4 | Protein: 18g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $2.40/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz small pasta (ditalini, elbow)
  • 1 can white beans, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual 8 minutes → Quick release.
  3. Stir and serve warm.

AF Zucchini Boats

Servings: 4 | Protein: 14g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $2.60/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 4 zucchinis, halved lengthwise
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Scoop out centers, brush with oil.
  2. Fill with quinoa, sauce, cheese, and seasoning.
  3. Air fry at 375°F for 18–20 minutes.

Speedi Gyro Bowls

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.30/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp shawarma seasoning
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • Lettuce, tomato, onion

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add turkey, rice, broth, and seasoning to Speedi.
  2. Cook on Rapid Cook 15 minutes.
  3. Serve in bowls with tzatziki and fresh veggies.

AF Peach Hand Pies

Servings: 4 | Protein: 6g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 4 store-bought pie crusts
  • 1 cup diced peaches
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix peaches, sugar, cinnamon.
  2. Cut crusts into circles, fill, fold, crimp edges.
  3. Brush with egg wash.
  4. Air fry at 350°F for 12–15 minutes until golden.

IP Butter Chickpeas

Servings: 4 | Protein: 16g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $2.20/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • ½ cup coconut milk
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion, garlic, ginger 5 minutes (use Sauté mode).
  2. Add remaining ingredients. Seal → Manual 10 minutes → Quick release.
  3. Stir and serve over rice.

AF Black Garlic Drumsticks

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $3.60/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 2 tbsp black garlic sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Toss drumsticks with oil and black garlic sauce.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  3. Rest 5 minutes, serve hot.

Speedi Turkey Fajita Rice

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.20/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp fajita seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Speedi.
  2. Cook on Rapid Cook 15 minutes.
  3. Stir and serve warm.

IP Tikka Masala (lite)

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Cost: $3.40/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup light coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp tikka masala paste
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion and garlic 5 minutes.
  2. Add chicken, tomatoes, coconut milk, paste. Seal → Manual 10 minutes.
  3. Quick release, stir, serve over rice.

AF Shrimp Po’ Boys

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 12 mins | Cost: $4.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 4 sub rolls
  • Remoulade sauce
  • Lettuce, tomato

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Coat shrimp in egg and seasoned breadcrumbs.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes.
  3. Fill rolls with shrimp, sauce, lettuce, and tomato.

Speedi Burrito Bake

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.30/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can black beans, drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add turkey, rice, broth, beans, corn, seasoning to Speedi.
  2. Cook on Rapid Cook 15 minutes.
  3. Top with cheese, let melt, and serve.

IP Tomato Rice Soup

Servings: 4 | Protein: 12g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $2.00/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup rice
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual 12 minutes → Quick release.
  3. Stir and serve warm.

AF Veggie Calzones

Servings: 4 | Protein: 14g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 4 premade pizza dough rounds
  • ½ cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup mixed veggies (spinach, mushrooms, peppers)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Fill half of each dough round with sauce, veggies, and cheese.
  2. Fold over, crimp edges with a fork.
  3. Brush with oil.
  4. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes.

Speedi Lemon Shrimp Orzo

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $4.00/serving

Appliance: Ninja Speedi

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add orzo, broth, lemon juice, oregano, shrimp to Speedi.
  2. Cook on Rapid Cook 15 minutes.
  3. Fluff and serve.

AF Rotisserie Cauli Steak

Servings: 4 | Protein: 8g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $2.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 head cauliflower, sliced into 1-inch steaks
  • 2 tbsp rotisserie seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Brush cauliflower steaks with oil and seasoning.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
  3. Serve with lemon wedges.

IP Red Lentil Dal

Servings: 4 | Protein: 18g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $1.80/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ can coconut milk
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual 10 minutes → Quick release after 5 min natural.
  3. Stir and serve over rice.

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