1Roast Turkey Breast
Antonis Achilleos
For some people, turkey is non-negotiable on Thanksgiving no matter how many guests they’re serving. Luckily, you can swap out the whole turkey for turkey breast instead. It takes less time to cook, but still tastes just as good with gravy and cranberry sauce.
Get the Roast Turkey Breast recipe.
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2Lyonnaise Potatoes 
C.W. Newell
These skillet potatoes are layered with bacon, onions, garlic, and lots of fresh herbs. It’s proof that you don’t need a crowd to make delicious potatoes.
Get the Lyonnaise Potatoes recipe.
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3Air Fryer Green Beans
Caitlin Bensel
Adding a few super simple side dishes to the table is easy when you use an air fryer. In fact, it’ll cook up these tender-crisp green beans in just 15 minutes!
Get the Air Fryer Green Beans recipe.
4Stuffed Butternut Squash
C.W. Newell
You can cut this recipe in half or save the leftovers for a weeknight dinner. Either way, you’ll be satisfied with the hearty, autumnal sausage, rice, and kale filling.
Get the Stuffed Butternut Squash recipe.
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5Apple Cider Margarita
C.W. Newell6Chicken Fried Turkey
Danielle Daly
Just like the chicken fried steak, these crispy turkey cutlets are extremely comforting. Serve them up with green beans and mashed potatoes, and don’t forget to pass the gravy.
Get the Chicken Fried Turkey recipe.
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7Air Fryer Baked Potato
Will Dickey
Whether you’re serving turkey, chicken, or something entirely different, you can’t go wrong with a classic baked potato. This method for making them in an air fryer comes out crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside every time.
Get the Air Fryer Baked Potato recipe.
8Instant Pot Chicken 
Will Dickey
Chicken is a great alternative main course for a smaller Thanksgiving dinner. It’s an added bonus that it cooks up in just 16 minutes thanks to your Instant Pot.
Get the Instant Pot Chicken recipe.
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9Turkey Meatballs
Antonis Achilleos
There are so many ways to enjoy these lean turkey meatballs. You can toss them in tomato sauce, cover them with gravy, or serve them up with a creamy lemon dipping sauce. No matter what, they’re sure to be a hit.
Get the Turkey Meatballs recipe.
10Hasselback Apples
Gordon Sawyer
These tender baked apples are filled with a spiced oat crumble, so they have all the flavors of an apple pie. You can even serve them up with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel.
Get the Hasselback Apples recipe.
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11Turkey Meatloaf
Will Dickey
Instead of a traditional roasted turkey, make a hearty and healthy turkey meatloaf! It’s so on-theme for Turkey Day, especially when served with classic sides like mashed potatoes and green beans.
Get the Turkey Meatloaf recipe.
12Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Caitlin Bensel
If you’re the type to fill your plate with mostly mac and cheese on Thanksgiving, why not center your dinner for two around this fall-inspired version of the dish? The creamy cheeses and pumpkin bechamel sauce coat the tender noodles in this recipe, which is finished with a layer of crunchy garlic butter breadcrumbs.
Get the Pumpkin Mac and Cheese recipe.
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13Harvest Bowls
Danielle Daly
For a healthier take on Thanksgiving dinner, whip up these nourishing harvest bowls! The base of wild rice and kale is topped with seasonal ingredients like sweet potato, brussels sprouts, and apples.
Get the Harvest Bowls recipe.
14Caramel Apple Martini
Danielle Daly
Just because you aren’t having a big family feast doesn’t mean you can’t give thanks with a toast for two! These caramel apple martinis made with apple cider, vodka, butterscotch schnapps, and caramel sauce are the perfect way to do so.
Get the Caramel Apple Martini recipe.
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15Pumpkin Dip
Danielle Daly
This creamy dip tastes just like pumpkin cheesecake and makes for the perfect Thanksgiving treat for two! Serve it with sliced fruit, graham crackers, and even pretzels, and dip to your heart’s content.
Get the Pumpkin Dip recipe.
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16Loaf Pan Lasagna with Butternut Squash and Sausage
Ralph Smith
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17Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board
Stacy Allen
Instead of cooking multiple Thanksgiving dishes and dealing with tons of leftovers, make a big Thanksgiving charcuterie board for two and go ham (or should we say turkey)! Pair it with a bottle of wine and nosh the night away on cured meats, cheeses, and bread. You could even add some pumpkin hummus and seasonal produce to your board for a Thanksgiving twist!
Get the Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board recipe.
18Pumpkin Chili
Will Dickey
Cozy up with a warm bowl of pumpkin chili this Thanksgiving! It’s the perfect option for those looking for a simple dinner that still has fall flair.
Get the Pumpkin Chili recipe.
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19Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Ryan Dausch
For another fall-flavored mac and cheese, try this butternut squash one with a golden brown breadcrumb crust! Since it’ll just be you and your Thanksgiving partner-in-crime, you can eat the warm, cheesy goodness straight out of the skillet!
Get Ree’s Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese recipe.
20Mini Apple Pies
Ralph Smith
Instead of worrying about how you’re going to finish an entire pie, make a batch of mini apple pies, perfect for a feast for two! These bite-sized treats are chock full of the classic fall flavor you know and love and complete with a buttery crumble topping.
Get Ree’s Mini Apple Pies recipe.
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