What Should I Cook Today? 365 Meals for Every Day of the Year

What Should I Cook Today? 365 Meals for Every Day of the Year
What Should I Cook Today? 365 Meals for Every Day of the Year

By Rossi Voss — author of the $0.99 cookbook series

Stuck on what to cook? This living guide gives you a fast, tasty idea for every day of the year using tools you already own — Instant Pot, Air Fryer, Stockpot, or Ninja Speedi. It’s organized by month, with seasonal twists and simple pantry-friendly dishes. Bookmark this page and add it to your menu as “What should I cook today?”

How to use this planner

  1. Pick today’s date below.
  2. Open the quick idea and cook it as written or swap a protein.
  3. Want the full recipe? Tap the linked book next to each month’s “Featured Books.”

Shortcuts: Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr · May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep · Oct · Nov · Dec

January — Cozy, High-Protein Comfort

Featured Books: Instant Pot Bean & Grain · Stockpot Cookbook · Instant Pot Sauces

  1. Red Lentil Dal + Rice (IP)
  2. Turkey Chili (Stockpot/IP)
  3. Black Beans & Quinoa Bowls (IP)
  4. Chicken Shawarma Bowls (Air Fryer)
  5. Tomato Tortellini Soup (Stockpot)
  6. Rotisserie-Style Chicken Bites (AF)
  7. Pinto Bean Sweet Potato Chili (IP)
  8. Greek Lemon Chicken & Rice (IP)
  9. Vegetable Barley Stew (Stockpot)
  10. Turkey Meatballs in Marinara (AF)
  11. Chickpea Coconut Curry (IP)
  12. Roast Turkey Breast & Carrots (AF)
  13. Pizza-Style Flatbreads (AF)
  14. Black Garlic Shrimp & Quinoa (Skillet/AF)
  15. Red Beans & Brown Rice (IP)
  16. Chicken Noodle Soup (Stockpot)
  17. Stuffed Peppers with Turkey & Quinoa
  18. Shawarma Chicken Wraps
  19. Creamy Lentil & Spinach Stew
  20. Turkey Fried Rice (Speedi/Skillet)
  21. Split Pea Soup with Ham (Stockpot)
  22. Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Thighs (AF)
  23. Black Bean Tacos + Salsa
  24. One-Pot Chili Mac (IP)
  25. Chicken & Broccoli Bake
  26. Bean & Veggie Minestrone (Stockpot)
  27. Air Fryer Fish Tacos
  28. Quinoa, Beans & Corn Bowls
  29. Turkey & Egg Scramble (BFD)
  30. Shawarma Chickpeas & Rice
  31. Big-Batch Beefless Chili (Freezer)

February — Quick Wins, Minimal Dishes

Featured Books: Vortex Plus · Ninja Speedi · AF Rotisserie

  1. Speedi Chicken & Rice
  2. AF Turkey Cutlets + Green Beans
  3. Instant Pot Taco Soup
  4. Black Garlic Salmon (AF)
  5. One-Pot Sausage & Lentils
  6. Shawarma Drumsticks (AF)
  7. Loaded Sweet Potato & Beans
  8. Speedi Pasta Primavera
  9. IP Jambalaya (Turkey Sausage)
  10. Rotisserie Chicken Bowls
  11. Stockpot Tomato-Basil Soup
  12. AF Cauli “Wings” + Yogurt Dip
  13. Quinoa Tabbouleh + Chickpeas
  14. Turkey Zucchini Skillet
  15. IP Butter Chickpeas
  16. Vortex Sheet-Pan Fajitas
  17. Chicken Tortilla Soup
  18. AF Panko Fish + Slaw
  19. Bean Burrito Bowls
  20. Speedi Teriyaki Bowls
  21. IP Potato-Leek Soup
  22. Shawarma Turkey Pitas
  23. Garlic Shrimp Pasta (1 pot)
  24. Black Beans Huevos (BFD)
  25. AF Turkey Patties
  26. IP Barley Mushroom Risotto
  27. Stockpot Chicken Stew
  28. Pizza Night, 5-min Sauce

March — Bright Flavors, Budget Focus

Featured Books: Instant Pot Sauces · Pizza Sauce · Black Garlic Sauce

  1. Lemony Lentil Soup
  2. AF Chicken Parmesan Bites
  3. IP Chickpea Tikka Masala
  4. Turkey & Spinach Lasagna (Speedi)
  5. Stockpot Bean & Kale Soup
  6. AF Rotisserie Veggie Medley
  7. Quinoa Greek Bowls
  8. IP Red Beans & Rice
  9. Black Garlic Chicken Thighs
  10. AF Falafel + Yogurt Sauce
  11. Speedi Cajun Chicken Pasta
  12. IP Lentil Bolognese
  13. Turkey Taco Lettuce Wraps
  14. Shakshuka (BFD)
  15. AF Crispy Chickpeas Salad
  16. Stockpot Tortilla Soup
  17. IP Butter Turkey
  18. AF Salmon & Asparagus
  19. Black Bean Quesadillas
  20. Speedi Garlic Shrimp Rice
  21. IP Minestrone
  22. AF Stuffed Peppers
  23. Chili-Lime Chicken Bowls
  24. Pizza Flatbreads Night
  25. IP Potato Chickpea Curry
  26. Turkey Meatball Soup
  27. AF Honey-Garlic Wings
  28. Stockpot Veggie Chili
  29. Speedi Pesto Chicken Orzo
  30. IP Broccoli Cheddar Soup
  31. Black Garlic Shrimp Bowls

April — Fresh & Fast

Featured Books: Ninja Speedi · AF Rotisserie · Bean & Grain

  1. Speedi Lemon Chicken Rice
  2. AF Turkey Tenderloin
  3. IP Chickpea & Spinach Stew
  4. Stockpot Chicken Orzo
  5. AF Veggie Tacos
  6. IP Salsa Chicken
  7. Speedi Greek Turkey Bowls
  8. AF Rotisserie Drumsticks
  9. IP Corn & Potato Chowder
  10. Stockpot Lentil Minestrone
  11. AF Shrimp “Boil” Tray
  12. Pizza Night, Quick Sauce
  13. IP Butter Chickpeas
  14. AF Chicken Fajitas
  15. Speedi Teriyaki Turkey
  16. Stockpot Bean Enchilada Soup
  17. AF Panko Cod + Slaw
  18. IP Quinoa Pilaf & Veg
  19. Speedi Philly Turkey Rice
  20. AF Cauliflower Steaks
  21. IP BBQ Pulled Chicken
  22. Stockpot Tomato Bisque
  23. AF Garlic-Parmesan Wings
  24. Speedi Pesto Salmon
  25. IP Red Lentil Dal
  26. AF Rotisserie Veg & Halloumi
  27. Stockpot Chicken Chili
  28. IP Stuffed Pepper Soup
  29. AF Turkey Burgers
  30. Speedi Shrimp Fried Rice

May — Light, Grill-ish, Salad-Friendly

Featured Books: AF Rotisserie · Shawarma Sauces · Pizza Sauces

  1. AF Lemon Pepper Chicken
  2. Turkey Taco Bowls
  3. IP Cilantro-Lime Beans
  4. Speedi Chicken Cobb
  5. AF Shawarma Veg Bowls
  6. Stockpot Spring Veg Soup
  7. Pizza Margherita Flatbreads
  8. AF Salmon Nicoise
  9. IP Greek Lentil Soup
  10. Turkey Souvlaki Pitas
  11. AF Rotisserie Zucchini Boats
  12. Speedi Burrito Bowls
  13. IP Chicken Verde
  14. AF Falafel Wraps
  15. Stockpot Minestrone Verde
  16. AF BBQ Chicken Thighs
  17. Speedi Sesame Turkey Rice
  18. IP Tomato Rice & Beans
  19. AF Shrimp Tostadas
  20. Speedi Caprese Chicken
  21. IP Veg Korma
  22. AF Turkey Meatballs
  23. Stockpot Corn Chowder
  24. AF Veggie Quesadillas
  25. IP Red Lentil Pasta Sauce
  26. AF Garlic Mushrooms + Steak Fries
  27. Speedi Greek Shrimp Orzo
  28. AF Rotisserie Cauli Bowls
  29. IP Butter Chicken (light)
  30. Stockpot Chicken Pho
  31. AF Peach BBQ Wings

June — Heat-Wave Friendly (Fast, Minimal Heat)

Featured Books: Ninja Speedi · Air Fryer Drying Fruits & Vegetables · Instant Pot Sauces

  1. Speedi Lemon-Herb Turkey
  2. AF Shrimp Lettuce Cups
  3. IP Cilantro Rice & Beans
  4. No-Cook Mezze Plates
  5. AF Rotisserie Veg Tacos
  6. Speedi Chicken Caesar Bowls
  7. IP Tomato Basil Quinoa
  8. AF Fish Sandwiches
  9. Speedi BBQ Turkey Bowls
  10. IP Pinto Bean Salad
  11. AF Corn Ribs + Yogurt Dip
  12. Speedi Garlic Butter Shrimp
  13. IP Chickpea Pasta “Alfredo”
  14. AF Rotisserie Veg Sando
  15. Speedi Teriyaki Chicken
  16. IP Lentil Taco Filling
  17. AF Turkey Nachos
  18. Speedi Caprese Orzo
  19. IP Summer Veg Chowder
  20. AF Zucchini Fries + Dip
  21. Speedi Greek Turkey Rice
  22. IP Salsa Beans & Corn
  23. AF Chicken Gyro Bowls
  24. Speedi Shrimp Scampi
  25. IP Coconut Lentil Soup
  26. AF Peachy Turkey Skewers
  27. Speedi Burrata Pasta
  28. IP Moroccan Chickpeas
  29. AF Pesto Salmon
  30. Speedi Philly Chicken Rice

July — Picnic & Potluck Friendly

Featured Books: Deep Fryer Cookbook · Pie & Bread Perfection · Shawarma Sauces

  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

August — 30-Minute Dinner Playbook

Featured Books: Vortex Plus · Ninja Speedi · AF Rotisserie

  1. AF Lemon-Garlic Drumsticks
  2. Speedi Turkey Stir Fry
  3. IP Tomato-Basil Risotto
  4. AF Shrimp & Veg Trays
  5. Speedi Philly Turkey Bowls
  6. IP Bean Burrito Filling
  7. AF Pesto Chicken Cutlets
  8. Speedi Cajun Shrimp Rice
  9. IP Lentil Bolognese
  10. AF Rotisserie Veg Wraps
  11. Speedi Teriyaki Chicken
  12. IP Quinoa Taco Bowls
  13. AF Salmon + Green Beans
  14. Speedi Chicken Alfredo
  15. IP Red Lentil Curry
  16. AF Garlic Parmesan Wings
  17. Speedi Pesto Turkey Orzo
  18. IP Chickpea Korma
  19. AF Fish Taco Night
  20. Speedi Burrito Bowls
  21. IP Minestrone
  22. AF Falafel + Tabbouleh
  23. Speedi BBQ Chicken Rice
  24. IP Butter Beans & Greens
  25. AF Turkey Burgers
  26. Speedi Shrimp Scampi
  27. IP Chili (Turkey/Bean)
  28. AF Rotisserie Veg Pizza
  29. Speedi Greek Chicken Rice
  30. IP Coconut Lentil Soup
  31. AF Peach Cobbler Bites

September — Back-to-Routine Batchers

Featured Books: Instant Pot Fermentation · Bean & Grain · Instant Pot Sauces

  1. Overnight Steel-Cut Oats (IP)
  2. Greek Yogurt (IP Fermented)
  3. AF Chicken & Peppers Meal Prep
  4. IP Chili Base (Freeze)
  5. Speedi Turkey Rice Boxes
  6. IP Dal Meal Prep
  7. AF Rotisserie Veg Mix-ins
  8. Stockpot Chicken Noodle
  9. IP Pinto Bean Base
  10. AF Salmon + Broccoli
  11. Speedi Pesto Chicken Orzo
  12. IP Black Beans (Freeze)
  13. AF Meatballs (Batch)
  14. Stockpot Tomato Soup (Batch)
  15. IP Quinoa Pilaf (Base)
  16. AF Shawarma Chicken (Batch)
  17. Speedi Burrito Rice Boxes
  18. IP Butter Chickpeas
  19. AF Crispy Tofu Bowls
  20. Stockpot Veg Minestrone
  21. IP Red Lentil Curry
  22. AF Turkey Patties (Freeze)
  23. Speedi Sesame Shrimp Rice
  24. IP Chicken Stock (Batch)
  25. AF Rotisserie Veg + Couscous
  26. Speedi Chili Mac Boxes
  27. IP Potato Leek Soup
  28. AF Fish Sticks + Slaw
  29. Speedi Caprese Pasta Boxes
  30. IP Bean & Barley Soup

October — Cozy Bowls & Ovens-Off Crispy

Featured Books: Stockpot Cookbook · Black Garlic Hot Sauce · Vortex Plus

  1. Stockpot Chicken & Dumplings
  2. AF Black Garlic Wings
  3. IP White Chicken Chili
  4. AF Stuffed Mushrooms
  5. Stockpot Beefless Stew
  6. AF Pumpkin Spice Donuts
  7. IP Red Lentil Dal
  8. AF Turkey Cutlets + Gravy
  9. Stockpot Lasagna Soup
  10. AF Crispy Brussels Sprouts
  11. IP Sausage & Bean Soup
  12. AF Salmon Caesar Wraps
  13. Stockpot Broccoli Cheddar
  14. AF Rotisserie Veg Gratin
  15. IP Turkey Noodle Soup
  16. AF Apple Hand Pies
  17. Stockpot Chili Night
  18. AF Falafel & Tahini
  19. IP Chicken Tinga
  20. AF Garlic Bread Pizza
  21. Stockpot Tomato Basil Soup
  22. AF Honey-Mustard Drumsticks
  23. IP Minestrone
  24. AF Fish & Chips
  25. Stockpot Butternut Bisque
  26. AF Chicken Parmesan
  27. IP Chickpea Curry
  28. AF Turkey Meatballs
  29. Stockpot Pho-Style
  30. AF Cinnamon Churro Bites
  31. IP Lentil Shepherd’s Pie

November — Turkey Tools + Holiday Helpers

Featured Books: 100 Instant Pot Turkey Recipes · 120 AF Turkey Breast Recipes · 100 Unique Turkey 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

December — Cozy, Festive, Freezer-Smart

Featured Books: Stockpot Cookbook · Pie & Bread Perfection · Instant Pot Sauces

  1. IP Beefless Chili (Freezer)
  2. AF Garlic Butter Salmon
  3. Stockpot Chicken & Rice
  4. AF Holiday Veg Medley
  5. IP Red Lentil Dahl
  6. AF Turkey Stuffed Peppers
  7. Stockpot Brothy Chicken Soup
  8. AF Rotisserie Potatoes
  9. IP Pasta e Fagioli
  10. AF Cran-Orange Chicken
  11. Stockpot Loaded Baked Potato
  12. AF Pecan Pie Hand Pies
  13. IP Chicken Tikka
  14. AF Herbed Turkey Breast
  15. Stockpot Tomato Basil
  16. AF Party Meatballs
  17. IP Butter Chickpeas
  18. AF Shrimp Cocktail (AF twist)
  19. Stockpot Winter Veg Stew
  20. AF Garlic Parm Wings
  21. IP Chicken Pho-Style
  22. AF Veggie Pizza Bites
  23. Stockpot Turkey & Barley
  24. AF Cinnamon Apple Chips
  25. IP Quinoa & Beans
  26. AF Cranberry Turkey Skewers
  27. Stockpot Creamy Tomato
  28. AF Latke-Style Potato Cakes
  29. IP Chickpea Masala
  30. AF Garlic Knots (quick)
  31. Stockpot New Year Chili

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