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Need a break from all those holiday meals? These 14 dinner ideas for tonight are cozy, easy, and perfect for November—without a single hint of Thanksgiving!
From comforting pasta dishes to crockpot favorites, these easy and delicious fall recipes offer a tasty escape from roast turkey and sausage dressing.
Why you’ll love these easy dinner recipes!
I don’t know about you, but after weeks of holiday meals, I’m ready for something a little more simple. By the time November hits, I start craving quick, cozy dinners that don’t have anything to do with Thanksgiving—just good, easy comfort food my whole family will actually eat. These easy dinner recipes are the kind I turn to on busy weeknights when I need something warm, filling, and stress-free. From skillet favorites to hearty casseroles, each one is made with simple, everyday ingredients you probably already have on hand.
Why You’ll Love These Easy Dinner Recipes:
- Perfect when you need a break from big holiday meals
- Cozy November dinners full of simple, family-friendly flavors
- Quick prep and minimal cleanup
- Comforting recipes that make weeknights feel easy again
We all know that there is more to November than cranberry sauce and crockpot turkey breast, so give a few of these recipes a try and keep enjoying the delicious flavors of the season!
Table of Contents
- Why you’ll love these easy dinner recipes!
- Here’s What To Make For Dinner In November!
- 1. Buffalo Chicken Sliders
- 2. Campbell’s Chicken Pot Pie
- 3. Stovetop Chicken and Noodles
- 4. Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole
- 5. Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
- 6. Crescent Roll Taco Bake
- 7. Old Fashioned Chicken Salad Sandwich
- 8. Crock Pot Ravioli
- 9. Creamy Crockpot Chicken
- 10. Crockpot Chicken and Noodles
- 11. Easy Lasagna
- 12. Million Dollar Spaghetti
- 13. Buffalo Chicken Casserole
- 14. School Pizza
- FAQs
- More Delicious November Recipe Ideas
Here’s What To Make For Dinner In November!
1. Buffalo Chicken Sliders
These buffalo chicken sliders are the perfect November dinner idea. They are spicy, cheesy, and easy to make with tender rotisserie chicken and soft Hawaiian rolls. Such a great for cozy weeknights or casual get-togethers when you want comfort food everyone will love.
2. Campbell’s Chicken Pot Pie
This hearty November recipe delivers cozy comfort without the fuss. The flaky crust, creamy chicken-vegetable filling, and one dish will make dinner a breeze. Serve it on a chilly evening for a warm, inviting meal your whole family will love.
3. Stovetop Chicken and Noodles
This creamy stovetop chicken and noodles recipe is a perfect fall dinner idea for chilly evenings. I love the rich sauce, tender chicken and buttery egg noodles all made in one pot.
4. Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole
This cheesy ham and potato casserole is the ultimate fall dinner. It is layered with creamy potatoes, melty cheddar, and savory diced ham that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
5. Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
There is a reason why this is one of my top rated recipes on All Things Mamma. It is a go-to fall favorite dinner that I love to make. I know you will too!
6. Crescent Roll Taco Bake
Tacos are a year-round staple in my house! It may be November and Thanksgiving season, but I am still making tacos at least once a week. This crescent roll taco bake is one of my favorites.
7. Old Fashioned Chicken Salad Sandwich
You can never go wrong with a chicken salad sandwich. My recipe is a classic and perfect for quick and easy dinners.
8. Crock Pot Ravioli
I love my slow cooker and I love ravioli which is why this recipe is pure perfection. It is a quick and easy dinner idea that I make all year long, especially in the colder months.
9. Creamy Crockpot Chicken
Crockpot chicken is irresistible and so simple to make. It is a great November dinner idea but honestly great all year long. I can’t get enough of that cream flavor!
10. Crockpot Chicken and Noodles
Oh, man is this recipe delicious! All the flavors of this crockpot chicken and noodles meld together in the slow cooker to create a delicious fall dinner that everyone in the family will adore.
11. Easy Lasagna
Lasagna is one of those recipes that my whole family enjoys, but I rarely think about making it for a weeknight dinner. But if you do want to make this for a weeknight, don’t worry—my recipe is easy enough to pull off for a party or a typical family meal!
12. Million Dollar Spaghetti
Once you make this spaghetti recipe, you will only want to make spaghetti this way forever. It is easy but fiull of warm, cozy flavors that make it perfect for a November meal.
13. Buffalo Chicken Casserole
Buffalo chicken casserole is a flavorful, simple dish that everyone will love. Shredded chicken is layered between rigatoni, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing to make a true punch of flavor. It will be a dish you make time and time again.
14. School Pizza
I love this classic meal that bring back all those nostalgic feelings of being a kid. It is a fantastic, easy November dinner that is a welcome break from all the Thanksgiving food.
No matter how busy the holiday season gets, it’s refreshing to have a few go-to recipes that don’t revolve around Thanksgiving. So take a break from the holiday prep, enjoy these deliciously different dishes, and treat yourself to flavors that are anything but traditional!
FAQs
Seasonal ingredients for November recipes include sweet potatoes, apples, butternut squash, cranberries, and Brussels sprouts. Using fresh fall produce makes your meals extra flavorful and budget-friendly.
Sheet pan dinners, cozy pasta dishes and soups are a few of my favorite things to make in November.
