November Meal Planner: Turkey Tools & Holiday Helpers

November — Turkey Tools + Holiday Helpers
November Meal Planner: Turkey Tools & Holiday Helpers

Welcome to your November meal planner — packed with turkey-centric recipes, holiday side dish hacks, and genius ways to use leftovers! Whether you're prepping for Thanksgiving or just love cozy, protein-rich meals, these 30 recipes (using Air Fryer, Instant Pot, or Stockpot) will make your month delicious and stress-free.

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November Recipes

  1. AF Turkey Breast (Basic)
  2. IP Turkey & Rice Soup
  3. Leftover Turkey Chili
  4. AF Cranberry Turkey Sandwiches
  5. Stockpot Turkey Noodle
  6. AF Maple-Mustard Turkey
  7. IP Turkey Pot Pie Soup
  8. AF Garlic Herb Turkey Cutlets
  9. Stockpot Wild Rice Turkey
  10. AF Stuffing-Style Veg Tray
  11. IP Gravy Masterclass
  12. AF Sweet Potato Wedges
  13. Stockpot Green Bean Casserole
  14. AF Brussels + Bacon
  15. IP Creamed Corn
  16. AF Turkey Meatloaf
  17. Stockpot Pumpkin Soup
  18. AF Apple Crisp Cups
  19. IP Mashed Potatoes
  20. AF Turkey Parm Sliders
  21. Stockpot Minestrone
  22. AF Cranberry BBQ Wings
  23. IP Bean & Barley Soup
  24. AF Turkey Taquitos
  25. Stockpot Turkey Chili
  26. AF Veg “Stuffing” Cakes
  27. IP Bone Broth (Turkey)
  28. AF Turkey Quesadillas
  29. Stockpot Leftover Soup
  30. AF Roasted Carrots + Honey

AF Turkey Breast (Basic)

Servings: 4 | Protein: 30g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb turkey breast cutlets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Brush turkey with oil and seasonings.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  3. Rest 5 minutes, slice, and serve.

IP Turkey & Rice Soup

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual 10 mins → Quick release.
  3. Stir and serve warm.

Leftover Turkey Chili

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Cost: $2.60/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 4 cups broth

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion and pepper 5 mins.
  2. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer 25 mins.
  3. Serve with toppings.

AF Cranberry Turkey Sandwiches

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 5 mins | Cost: $3.00/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce
  • 4 buns
  • Lettuce, mayo (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix turkey with cranberry sauce.
  2. Pile onto buns.
  3. Air fry 5 mins at 350°F to warm.
  4. Serve with lettuce.

Stockpot Turkey Noodle

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup egg noodles
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté carrots and celery 5 mins.
  2. Add broth and thyme. Simmer 15 mins.
  3. Add noodles and turkey, cook 8–10 mins.

AF Maple-Mustard Turkey

Servings: 4 | Protein: 30g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.40/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb turkey breast cutlets
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Whisk maple, mustard, oil.
  2. Brush over turkey.
  3. Air fry at 375°F for 18–20 mins.

IP Turkey Pot Pie Soup

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $3.00/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas & carrots
  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add turkey, onion, carrots, broth, peas, thyme to IP.
  2. Seal → Manual 10 mins → Quick release.
  3. Stir in mashed potatoes and serve.

AF Garlic Herb Turkey Cutlets

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

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 4 turkey cutlets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme, rosemary)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Brush cutlets with oil and garlic-herb mix.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 mins.
  3. Serve with veggies or rice.

Stockpot Wild Rice Turkey

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 45 mins | Cost: $3.00/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 cup wild rice blend
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté turkey, onion, celery 5 mins.
  2. Add rice, broth, thyme. Simmer 40 mins.
  3. Fluff and serve.

AF Stuffing-Style Veg Tray

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

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sage
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Toss veggies with oil and herbs.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 mins.
  3. Serve as side or stuffing base.

IP Gravy Masterclass

Servings: 4 | Protein: 4g | Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $1.00/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups turkey drippings or broth
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Whisk flour into hot drippings in IP (Sauté mode).
  2. Gradually add broth, whisking constantly.
  3. Simmer 5–7 mins until thickened.

AF Sweet Potato Wedges

Servings: 4 | Protein: 4g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $2.00/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Toss wedges with oil and spices.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 18–20 mins, flipping halfway.
  3. Serve warm.

Stockpot Green Bean Casserole

Servings: 4 | Protein: 12g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Cost: $2.40/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb green beans, trimmed
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup fried onions
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Blanch green beans 5 mins. Drain.
  2. Mix with soup and milk. Simmer 15 mins.
  3. Top with fried onions, heat 5 mins more.

AF Brussels + Bacon

Servings: 4 | Protein: 14g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $3.00/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Toss sprouts with oil and bacon.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 mins.
  3. Serve hot.

IP Creamed Corn

Servings: 4 | Protein: 6g | Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $1.80/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups corn (frozen or fresh)
  • ½ cup heavy cream or milk
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to IP.
  2. Use Sauté mode 10–12 mins, stirring occasionally.
  3. Serve warm.

AF Turkey Meatloaf

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Cost: $3.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix ingredients, form into loaf.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 25 mins.
  3. Glaze with ketchup, cook 2 more mins.

Stockpot Pumpkin Soup

Servings: 4 | Protein: 8g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 35 mins | Cost: $2.20/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion 5 mins. Add pumpkin and broth. Simmer 25 mins.
  2. Blend until smooth. Stir in cream and nutmeg.

AF Apple Crisp Cups

Servings: 4 | Protein: 6g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $2.00/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups diced apples
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ cup oats
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix apples, sugar, cinnamon.
  2. In separate bowl, mix oats, flour, butter.
  3. Layer in ramekins, air fry 12–15 mins at 350°F.

IP Mashed Potatoes

Servings: 4 | Protein: 6g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 10 mins | Cost: $1.80/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs potatoes, cubed
  • 4 cups water
  • ½ cup milk
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add potatoes and water to IP.
  2. Seal → Manual 5 mins → Quick release.
  3. Drain, mash with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.

AF Turkey Parm Sliders

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $3.40/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 4 turkey cutlets
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 4 slider buns
  • ½ cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Dip cutlets in egg, coat with breadcrumbs.
  2. Air fry 10–12 mins at 375°F.
  3. Top with sauce and cheese, air fry 2–3 more mins.
  4. Serve on buns.

Stockpot Minestrone

Servings: 4 | Protein: 14g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 35 mins | Cost: $2.40/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup white beans
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup pasta
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion, carrots, celery 5 mins.
  2. Add tomatoes, broth, beans, herbs. Simmer 20 mins.
  3. Add pasta, cook 10 mins more.

AF Cranberry BBQ Wings

Servings: 4 | Protein: 24g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 20 mins | Cost: $3.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ cup cranberry sauce
  • 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Toss wings with oil.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 20 mins, flipping halfway.
  3. Toss with cranberry-BBQ mix, air fry 2 more mins.

IP Bean & Barley Soup

Servings: 4 | Protein: 18g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Cost: $2.40/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup barley
  • 1 cup mixed beans
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual 25 mins → Quick release.
  3. Adjust seasoning and serve.

AF Turkey Taquitos

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 12 mins | Cost: $3.00/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 tbsp oil (for brushing)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix turkey, cheese, seasoning.
  2. Fill tortillas, roll tightly.
  3. Brush with oil, air fry 10–12 mins at 375°F.

Stockpot Turkey Chili

Servings: 4 | Protein: 28g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 40 mins | Cost: $2.80/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 4 cups broth

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Brown turkey with onion and pepper.
  2. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer 30 mins.
  3. Serve with toppings.

AF Veg “Stuffing” Cakes

Servings: 4 | Protein: 12g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $2.20/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups leftover stuffing or bread cubes
  • 1 cup roasted veggies (onion, celery, mushrooms)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 tsp sage
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Mix all ingredients.
  2. Form into patties.
  3. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 mins, flipping halfway.

IP Bone Broth (Turkey)

Servings: 6 | Protein: 6g | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 2 hrs | Cost: $1.00/serving

Appliance: Instant Pot

Ingredients:

  • 2 lb turkey bones or carcass
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 8 cups water

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Add all ingredients to Instant Pot.
  2. Seal → Manual (Low) 2 hours → Natural release.
  3. Strain, cool, and freeze in cups or ice cube trays.

AF Turkey Quesadillas

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

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 tortillas
  • 1 tbsp oil (for brushing)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Layer turkey, cheese, and peppers on half of each tortilla.
  2. Fold over, brush with oil.
  3. Air fry 4–5 mins per side at 375°F.

Stockpot Leftover Soup

Servings: 4 | Protein: 26g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Cost: $2.20/serving

Appliance: Stockpot

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups shredded turkey
  • 1 cup diced veggies (carrots, celery, onion)
  • 1 cup cooked rice or stuffing
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Sauté veggies 5 mins.
  2. Add broth, turkey, rice, peas, thyme. Simmer 20–25 mins.
  3. Adjust seasoning and serve.

AF Roasted Carrots + Honey

Servings: 4 | Protein: 4g | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Cost: $1.80/serving

Appliance: Air Fryer

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb carrots, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Toss carrots with oil and honey.
  2. Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 mins.
  3. Serve warm.

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