Chicken Lovers – Thanksgiving Menu

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Updated: February 8, 2021

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Chicken Lovers rejoice because we are making a Chicken Lovers Thanksgiving Menu just for you! Chicken is the meat of choice at your Thanksgiving table!

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This Chicken Lovers Thanksgiving Menu is sort of like a choose your own adventure type of menu. I am going to give you some options for your Chicken main dish, some options for your air fryer side dishes and some options for your air fryer desserts!

You get to pick and choose when it comes to this menu! Make as much or as little as you like in your air fryer this Thanksgiving!

Let’s kick it off with a printable menu plan. This is a free printable Thanksgiving Menu plan. You can print it and fill in what you plan to make and serve!

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Once you click the download button it should automatically save to your computer.

Now let’s get down to the recipes to put on our Chicken Lovers Thanksgiving Menu. Since Chicken is our guest of honor, let’s start with the chicken recipes!

We have FOUR delicious, easy to make chicken air fryer recipes for you to choose from. Take a peak!

two chicken thighs with a side of green beans on a white plate

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs

These Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are moist inside and crispy outside! This 30-minute meal is a family favorite made from simple pantry staples. It will quickly become your go-to for holiday meals! (Get Recipe Here)

cooked browned fried chicken pieces on a white platter

Air Fryer Fried Chicken

Crispy, crunchy fried chicken is a breeze to make in the air fryer! A buttermilk and hot sauce marinade takes this fried chicken recipe to to the next flavor level! (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Chicken Breast

Air Fryer Chicken Breast is the fastest way to prepare incredible, juicy chicken breasts! Forget the oven – your air fryer will have this mouthwatering chicken on your table in only 20 minutes! (Get Recipe Here)

air fried chicken tenders on a round white plate with a small cup of barbecue sauce

Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

Chicken tenders aren’t just a restaurant menu appetizer anymore! Make juicy and tender sweet & savory air fryer chicken tenders in only 30 minutes with this easy recipe! (Get Recipe Here)


Now it is time to take a look at those side dishes that you can make for Thanksgiving. We have included a lot of ideas here.

Some are traditional Thanksgiving Side Dishes with an air fryer twist! If you are looking for more you can view ALL our Holiday Side Dishes on our Air Fryer Side Dish Recipes post!

Air Fryer Stuffing

This Air Fryer Stuffing is the perfect holiday side dish! Packed with carrots, leeks, and celery, it will impress all your dinner guests! (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Green Bean Casserole

This Air Fryer Green Bean Casserole is your traditional holiday hit without the dairy! Dress it up or keep it plain for my favorite vegan side dish for every family gathering! (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Creamed Corn Casserole

This air fryer creamed corn casserole is a simple, no-fail recipes that tastes just like Grandma used to make. This corn casserole is perfect for the holidays or your next family dinner. (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Casserole

If you want to impress the crowd at your next holiday gathering, bring a dish of Air Fryer Sweet Potato Casserole. The fluffy sweet potato filling and crunchy pecan topping will be the star of the show! (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Acorn Squash

This air fryer acorn squash is simply delicious. You will be surprised at how quickly and perfectly acorn squash cooks in the air fryer! (Get Recipe Here)


Now it is time to talk about appetizers. What big meal isn’t complete with an appetizer or two?

There are so many easy air fryer appetizers that you can make for your Thanksgiving Dinner!

Frozen Rolls in the Air Fryer

Making frozen rolls in the air fryer helps to make dinner easier! Pop the rolls into the air fryer and delicious golden brown rolls will appear! (Get Directions Here)

Air Fryer Biscuits

If you love buttermilk biscuits, you are going to love Air Fryer Biscuits. These canned and refrigerated biscuits come out golden brown and delicious. (Get Directions Here)

meatballs glazed with a brown-orange sauce and sprinkled with bright green herbs on a white plate

Air Fryer Meatballs

Air Fryer Meatballs are easy to make and super tasty! Serve them as an appetizer or a main dish – either way they’re a real crowd pleaser! (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Shishito Peppers

Air Fryer Shishito Peppers are a quick and delicious air fryer recipe. These blistered peppers are mild and make the perfect appetizer. You are going to fall in love with how easy this shishito pepper recipe is to make. (Get Recipe Here)


Finally, we can round out our Chicken Lovers Thanksgiving Menu with some desserts! Everybody can make room for desserts, right?

Air Fryer Apple Crisp

This simple yet delicious Air Fryer Apple Crisp is the perfect holiday dessert! The crunchy oat topping and sweet cooked apple filling goes great on every table. (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Sweet Apples

These seasoned Air Fryer Sweet Apples are an amazing healthier dessert you can make in less than 20 minutes! The perfect gluten and dairy free dessert! (Get Recipe Here)

Air Fryer Spiced Apples

Air Fryer Spiced Apples are a delicious sweet dessert your entire family will love. Cinnamon, raisins, maple syrup and pecans come together to make this mouthwatering dessert. (Get Recipe Here)

That’s it for the recipe selection. We have left you with quite a few air fryer recipes for you to choose from.

Are you up for this Thanksgiving Choose Your Own Adventure type of menu plan? I’d love to hear what you plan to make for Thanksgiving, drop me a comment below!

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