Thanksgiving is the best time of the year. The most giving and sharing time of the year. And the best thing about this holiday is obviously the food! I know, we all have so many memories associated with our Thanksgiving recipes, that it's almost so difficult to choose favorites.
Thanksgiving for me has always been a busy day in the kitchen followed by loads of recipes, food and so much fun conversations with the family. Amidst all of these, I know the stress to serve dinner on time is real. Especially, what's for sides seems to be everyone's favorite topic of discussion.
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So, this year, that conversation won't bother you. I have got you some of the very best Thanksgiving side recipes. These sides are just so easy and quick to make and will be the perfect company for your delicious Turkey on the Table.
For all foodies out there, Thanksgiving sides recipes haven't been better than these. These are surely the most loved Thanksgiving Sides recipes. And trust me friends, these get ready so quickly, that you won't even have to read the recipe for many of them. You can just guess the recipe from the Name and it's surely a No-fail recipe.
So, without further delay, come along with me and take notes for your favorite and most loved Thanksgiving sides recipes.
BEST Thanksgiving Sides Recipes EVER
Honey Butter Skillet Corn
Creamy sweet corn cooked with honey, butter and cream cheese in a skillet! So easy and super delicious.
Brussel Sprouts wrapped in Bacon
Well not trying to camouflage Brussel Sprouts. But Bacon makes everything taste great. right? Here is this awesome appetizer perfect for the holidays.
Caramelised Sweet Potatoes
Need a quick side dish perfect for the holiday season? Don't miss this decadent caramelized sweet potatoes.
Cornish hens stuffed with cornbread dressing
Celebrating a low-key Thanksgiving? Who needs to cook a whole 15-pound bird when you can just use 1.4-pound cornish hens and serve them as a whole?
You could say that I am obsessed with Brussel Sprouts. Well, when they taste so amazing, you can't help but love them.
Thanksgiving turkey cheese ball recipe
One of my favorite Thanksgiving Appetizer recipes, this Thanksgiving Turkey Cheese Ball recipe with pretzel rods has a pleasantly sharp taste with a smoky. creamy, and cheesy flavor.
Sausage and Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash Recipe
Enjoy the beautiful season of Acorn Squash with this sausage and rice-stuffed acorn squash. Makes for an excellent side dish for the holidays.
Green Bean Casserole
Nothing can bean this cheesy Green Bean Casserole
Grandma's Turkey Gravy
Grandma's Turkey Gravy is a traditional side and my recipe is truly authentic and most traditional.
Candied Yams
Candied Yams make an excellent side for the holidays! The cinnamony fragrance with a zingy bite of citrus and that smooth sweetness of yams makes this one of my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes.
Southern Louisiana Collard Greens Recipe "Hearty and Meaty"
Nothing is more comforting than a Southern Collard Green with Ham and bacon. This recipe for Southern Collard Greens is practically the easiest Thanksgiving side dish.
Crispiest Air Fryer Southern Fried Chicken Recipe with Buttermilk
Southern recipes are my favorite. Cooked in buttermilk, these crispy air fryer fried chicken are totally the best thing one could ask for.
Southern Buttermilk Cornbread in Cast Iron Skillet
Classic Buttermilk Cornbread is a staple southern thanksgiving recipe. This savory buttermilk cornbread recipe is so good and a perfect topping over collard greens and mashed potatoes.
Grandma's Sausage Herb Stuffing
Buttery and Herby stuffing that's everyone's favorite.
Sweet Corn Casserole {5-ingredient} with Jiffy Mix in the Crockpot
The best and most traditional thanksgiving side which is so delicious.
Cranberry Pecan Stuffing in Crock Pot
Cranberry Pecan nut stuffing in the crock pot can be used as a stuffing and also as a delectable side dish for Thanksgiving.
Mom's Turkey Stuffing Recipe
Nothing compares to homemade turkey stuffing. This particular recipe for Turkey Stuffing
Southern Cornbread Dressing Recipe
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Mac and Cheese with a fall twist is perfect for the season
Roasted Butternut Squash
Cauliflower au Gratin
One of the most comforting casseroles.
Green Bean Ranch Potato Casserole
This comforting green bean casserole with potatoes is like the best recipe for Thanksgiving. So easy and just the kind of recipe that would make your dinner amazing.
Southern Creamed Corn
This is the most comforting side dish of Thanksgiving. Your holiday table shall be incomplete without this recipe. 🙂
Candied Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Topping
This is the easiest Sweet Potato side dish of the season. It's baked and is so delicious.
Honey Sriracha Glazed Carrots
You will seriously fall in love with this Honey and Sriracha glazed carrots. I generally think of this recipe as my ideal side for almost all occasions.
No-Yeast Dinner Rolls (Pillowy Soft)
No-yeast Dinner Rolls is the best Dinner rolls recipe which you can easily make for the holidays. It's so quick to make and these turn out to be super soft and fluffy, even without using Yeast.
I absolutely love this Pumpkin Mac & Cheese. The cheesy and delicious Pasta sauce is so delicious. You will never even realize that this one is made with Pumpkin, because of the subtle and earthy flavors of Pumpkin.
Baked Mac & Cheese is the best side dish for Thanksgiving. It's crunchy on the top and is creamy and cheesy on the inside. Just so delicious.
Garlic Mashed Cauliflower with Cream Cheese and Sour Cream
Take a break from Mashed Potatoes and head over to its healthy cousin - Cauliflower. This tasty Garlic Mashed Cauliflower with cream cheese and sour cream has an earthy and nutty taste.
Garlic Parmesan Carrot Fries | Baked Carrot Fries
These carrot fries will make a super amazing side for your Thanksgiving dinner. Loaded with parmesan these garlicky carrots are simply amazing.
The Best and comforting Southern Fried Corn
I guess this southern comfort food, is always perfect. Be it any occasion or no occasion at all, there is always a good time to make this Southern-fried corn.
Easy Baked Delicata Squash Rings
Comforting Brown Sugar Glazed Baby Carrots
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Southern Cheesy Green Beans
Cheesy Green Beans is a quick and easy side dish that people will love. Green Beans are roasted with Olive Oil, Heavy Cream, Parmesan Cheese, and Mozzarella Cheese. This is a quick side dish that takes just 20 min to get prepared in the oven.
Southern Buttermilk Cornbread in Cast Iron Skillet
This cornbread in cast iron skillet is simply worth it.
French Toast Casserole
No, you don't want this. You need this french toast casserole.
Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Crackers and Mayonnaise
One of the most popular post in the blog, this broccoli casserole recipe is super amazing.
Grandma's Broccoli Casserole with Cream Cheese
This creamy broccoli casserole with cream cheese topped with freshly cracked black pepper makes an excellent side dish for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole {Make Ahead}
Chicken bacon and ranch casserole is a creamy, comforting, cheesy side dish you will love any time of the year.
Low Carb Pizza Casserole with Cream Cheese (no crust)
This low-carb pizza casserole topped with pepperoni is simply mouthwatering.
Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole (SO CHEESY)!
Planning a Thanksgiving Brunch? Don't forget to make this cheesy Hashbrown breakfast casserole.
Easy Crock Pot Pork Chops recipe with gravy (Keto)
When you have turkey cooking in the oven you definitely need a crock pot pork chop recipe as a side.
Roasted Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Vegetables
Roasted Pork tenderloins with roasted veggies calls for celebration.
Swedish Meatballs
Creamy, comforting Swedish meatballs make a fantastic side dish for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Baked Ham with Honey and Pineapple
Honey and Pineapple glazed ham make for a wonderful Thanksgiving side dish you will love.
Honey Baked Ham Recipe
Baked Ham with Honey makes a fantastic Side dish for Thanksgiving which will give your guests more reasons to rave about.
Salisbury Steak with Creamy Mushroom gravy
Salisbury Steak is like a classy Thanksgiving Side dish that will leave no leftovers.
Southern Buttermilk Biscuits
A comforting Southern recipe, no Dinner is complete without these Southern Buttermilk Biscuits. These are thick, fluffy and flaky and so delicious.
Spiced Nuts Sweet Potato Cheesecake Dip
I just love this dip for Thanksgiving. It's so delicious. Also, rather than making everything Pumpkin, use Sweet Potatoes and everyone will love this dip. Serve this with Ginger Molasses cookies or any Fall cookies you love.
Brown Sugar Maple Glazed Carrots with Spiced Nuts
These Delicious Glazed Carrots are the best way to make a Carrot Side dish for the season. It gets ready in no time. Also, I love the Orange Zest and Rosemary topping on top. So so so yum.
Spiced Nuts Recipe (NO SUGAR)
Spiced Nuts makes for a quick snack for Thanksgiving. It's so easy. All you need is an assortment of Nuts you love, toss it with Maple and some Cayenne and Cumin and Olive Oil, and bake for 20 min. These taste so good when they get done.
Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Lines between Desserts and sides can easily get blurred during Thanksgiving and that's exactly what the holidays should be about. This Creamy Mashed Sweet Potato is the perfect dessert as well as a side dish for Thanksgiving
Maple Mustard Glazed Green Beans
When it comes to Green Beans, try this amazing dish. Fresh Green Beans are sauteed with Butter, garlic, and a homemade Maple and Dijon Mustard sauce. And it's so so so delicious.
Garlic Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
This is such a delicious side dish. Yukon Gold Potatoes are boiled and then smashed and then baked until it gets crispy on the outside but is buttery and delicious on the inside.
Garlic Butter Sauteed Green Beans with Parmesan
The secret tip to make Green Beans taste good is to roast it with Parmesan and Garlic butter. The End result is something so good that you will gobble it down within seconds.
Sriracha Balsamic Glazed Mushrooms
I love to add some unique recipes to my Thanksgiving table and this is the most loved recipe from last year. Mushrooms sauteed in Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Balsamic sauce is super flavorful and delcious.
If you have Vegan Friends coming over for your Thanksgiving dinner, then you should definitely make this Stuffing. It's so so so good. I love the herby and buttery flavors of this stuffing.
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Casserole
This delicious Casserole with Black Beans and Sweet potato is extremely delicious. The nuttiness of the black beans along with the dense and comforting flavors of Sweet Potato makes this one of the most loved recipes of the blog for Thanksgiving.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Walnut and Brown Sugar Crumble Topping
My holiday table is always incomplete without this delicious Sweet Potato Casserole. Also, serve this as a side or as a dessert, the wish is yours!
Cheesy Green Bean Cheddar Casserole with Fall Spices
Forget the old. Time for something new and interesting. This Fall spiced Green Bean Cheddar Casserole is so delicious. You will love every bite of this one.
Mom's Turkey Stuffing Recipe
One of my favourite Turkey Stuffing recipe, garnished with fresh parsley this is totally amazing.
Green Beans Almondine
A nutty and healthy side which really makes boring Green Beans tastes good!
Sausage and Herbs Stuffing by Cafe Delites
This comforting and easy Thanksgiving side will seriously make new headlines. Such a comforting recipe loaded with flavors.
Loaded Sweet Potato Casserole by Life Love and Sugar
Well, we cannot let the sweet potato season pass us by, without making this amazing sweet potato casserole. Can we?
Maple Glazed Bacon Wrapped Roasted Carrots by Closet Cooking
I am a sucker for bacon. And, these maple-glazed bacon-wrapped carrots are always on my list no matter what I am making. Such an easy recipe and just so wonderful.
Twice Baked Potato Casserole by The Cozy Cook
Umm! Always Yes! This homemade comforting casserole is just the sort of ideal side for Christmas or Thanksgiving.
Best Ever Cranberry Sauce by Mom on Time Out
Cranberry sauce is a must when it comes to Thanksgiving recipes. And, this easy and appetizing cranberry sauce is a no-fail recipe.
Cornbread Sausage Stuffing with Cranberries and Pecans by Carlsbad Cravings
Looking to take your Thanksgiving stuffing to a next level, then definitely try this cornbread sausage stuffing. The cranberries and pecans add a layer of amazingness to this recipe.
Classic Scalloped Potatoes by Spend With Pennies
This classic and amazing potato recipe will simply leave you wanting for more of this cheesy buttery goodness. So comforting recipe.
Smoky Chipotle Bacon Mac and Cheese by The Chunky Chef
I just love Chipotle seasoning. Yes, it's a little spicy. And, I love spicy food. This mac n cheese is just so good. Just the right amount of spice and the right amount of cheese.
Slow Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon by Plain Chicken
Looking for an easy peasy slow cooker recipe that will be filled with flavors? Try this amazing slow cooker creamed corn with bacon. The crunch from bacon with the comforting casserole beneath is super-amazing.
Butternut Squash Gratin by Skinny Taste
This beautiful Autumn season is so incomplete without some amazing Butternut squash recipes. And this gratin recipe is like the most comforting recipe of the lot.
Corn Casserole by Salty Side Dish
Well, talking about comfort food this recipe tops the list. Such an easy recipe but still manages to rock in terms of taste.
Cheddar Jalapeno Cornbread by Eating on a Dime
Well, there is always a little room for cornbread. Isn't it?
And this amazing cornbread has the spice of Jalapeno and the cheesiness from cheddar cheese. So amazing.
French Onion Chicken Bubble Up by Plain Chicken
Well, if you are bored of french onion soup, then try this super-comforting recipe - french onion Chicken Bubble Up.
The best Stuffing by Cooking Classy
Wondering what is the best stuffing recipe for Thanksgiving? Try this super amazing stuffing recipe. Loaded with happiness this recipe is pure joy.
Classic Stuffing by Spend with Pennies
Looking for a traditional, comforting, and classic stuffing recipe? Then this recipe is your perfect choice. Made with simple pantry ingredients this recipe is just super-good.
Southern Cornbread Dressing by Will Cook for Smiles
This amazing dinner recipe is loaded with the perfect sort of flavors. Made with very few ingredients, this recipe should work as an excellent side dish.
Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Stuffing by House of Yumm
Looking for an amazing recipe with cranberry and apples, this cranberry-apple stuffing recipe is just super-good. Made in the slow cooker, this recipe needs no further introduction.
Homemade Cornbread Dressing by Self Proclaimed Foodie
Looking or a classic Thanksgiving side dish recipe? Well, you can NEVER go wrong with this homemade cornbread dressing.
Best ever Turkey Dressing by Tastes of Lizzy T
Made to perfection, this turkey dressing recipe is just the sort of dinner recipe you would want to make to please your guest.
Cranberry Pecan Stuffing by Striped Spatula
Need a stuffing that is unique and literally the best of its kind? Here is this awesome cranberry pecan stuffing. So many flavors and simply amazing.
This recipe is literally pure joy. The juicy cranberries along with nutty pecan nuts call for celebration.
Roasted Parmesan Green Beans by Made to be a Momma
Looking to take your green beans to a next level? Why not try this amazing roasted parmesan green beans. You will love its taste forever.
Candied Sweet Potatoes by Sally's Baking Addiction
Well, we are officially in the season of sweet potatoes. And guys, you will simply LOVE this sweet potato recipe. A little sweet and a little sour this recipe is pure gold.
Honey Garlic Roasted Carrots by Carlsbad Cravings
Well, with a little bit of Honey garlic we can actually do wonders in the kitchen. Such as this simple recipe with roasted carrots, some honey, and garlic.
Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Mushrooms by Cafe Delites
I actually LOVE this garlic butter Tuscan mushroom a LOT. I have made this quite a few times and every time, I have enjoyed this recipe. So buttery and so creamy!
Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles by Spend with Pennies
Well, if you are thinking about making your green bean side a little more appetizing, then I suggest you go with this bacon-wrapped green bean bundle. The crunch from bacon shall make your day.
Garlic Parmesan Green Beans with Bacon by The Recipe Critic
Well, if you don't have the time to wrap your green beans with bacon then just drop everything in the sheet pan with some garlic and parmesan. It will be even better.
Bacon Brown Butter Green Beans by The Salty Marshmallow
Brown butter makes everything so much more amazing. And this amazing recipe needs no further introduction. Filled with flavors, this recipe is pure joy.
Honey Butter Skillet Corn by Together as Family
Just that sort of classic recipe with very few ingredients but a mind-blowing taste. A classic recipe that you just can't leave out.
Jalapeno Popper Casserole by Premeditated Leftovers
Jalapeno Poppers are my ultimate favorite. And this Jalapeno popper casserole is just that but in a more comforting way.
Copycat Honey Baked Ham by The Chunky Chef
This classic baked ham is good for both Christmas and Thanksgiving. Any ham lovers out there for Thanksgiving?
Easy Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham by Together as Family
Well, to all the Ham Lovers out there, this recipe is pure happiness. Made in the slow cooker, there is hardly any effort that goes into making this recipe.
Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Glazed Ham by Diethood
Another super easy ham recipe for Christmas and Thanksgiving that is seriously amazing. Slow-cooked to perfection this recipe is classic.
Roasted Butternut Squash and Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Cranberries by Julia's Album
Any brussels sprouts people out there? Me! Me! Me! I just think that they are so easy to work with and I have been making recipes with them for years now.
Fall Salad by Carlsbad Cravings
Finally, we are in the beautiful fall months. Let's make the most of these months by actually making a fall-favorite salad.
Stovetop Creamed Corn by Home Made Interest
Creamed corn is like the ultimate comfort food. I guess this southern food is gonna be a hit in your family all year long.
Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts by Our Salty Kitchen
Another easy Brussel sprouts recipe with bacon and maple that will simply create a burst of happiness on your dinner table.
Oven Roasted Parmesan brussels sprouts by Together as Family
Our good friend parmesan can turn any recipe wonderful. And they do so with this easy oven roasted parmesan Brussel sprouts.
Maple Glazed Roasted Butternut Squash with Brussels Sprouts by Diethood
Another super easy recipe with Brussel sprouts and bacon is a complete dinner in itself. This recipe is like a bowl of pure happiness served right before you!
Autumn Chicken Dinner by Cooking Classy
Anyone craving chicken? Well, I am and I will always be. If you are like me then this autumn chicken dinner recipe should be your ideal choice.
Harvest Chicken Skillet by Well Plated
Well, we cannot let the Harvest season pass us by without making this amazing chicken skillet recipe. So amazing and so fulfilling. Just like the beautiful season of fall.
Honey Butter Pumpkin Dinner Rolls by Averie Cooks
If you in a dire need of some hearty meal? Try this amazing honey butter pumpkin dinner rolls. Such a classic recipe and works every single time.
Best Mashed Potatoes by Gimme Some Oven
Well, talking about Thanksgiving sides, how can we forget the star of the show? Our Mashed Potatoes!
Broccoli Cheese Casserole by The Tipsy Housewife
This amazing broccoli cheese casserole is so much fun and exciting. The broccoli along with cheddar cheese works like magic for this recipe.
Mashed Potatoes by House of Yumm
Well, talking about mashed potatoes, we can never really get tired of it. Such an easy recipe with just so amazing.
Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes with Parmesan by Cafe Delites
This excellent side dish with parmesan and sweet potatoes is simply gonna blow your mind. The garlic flavors along with sweet potatoes and cheesy parmesan make this so amazing.
Baked Parmesan Sweet Potatoes by Lil Luna
Well, talking about an easy peasy side dish, how can we not include this easy and nothing short of excellent side dish - baked parmesan sweet potatoes.
Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole with Sweet n Savory Vacon Pecans by Half Baked Harvest
Another comforting recipe with sweet potato that you can make your day. Such a classic recipe with so many flavors.
Spicy Southern Hot Corn by Peas and Crayons
This classic corn recipe will surely make the crowd go crazy over it. I am sure people would want more of this and less of turkey(PS: Just kidding)
Honey Maple Roasted Carrots by The Cafe Sucre Farine
Well, talking about sides, how can we forget our good old recipe - maple roasted carrots. I am so sure that they are gonna be amazing.
duch*ess Potato by Home Made Interest
This comforting recipe will simply make your day. So creamy and so comforting that you will want more of it.
Honey Garlic Butter Roasted Carrots by Diethood
Well, roasted carrots seem to be dominating the side dishes this year. Here is yet another recipe with so many flavors.
Brown Butter Roasted Mushrooms by Closet Cooking
If these mushrooms could talk, they would actually be thanking the cook for turning them into something so amazing.
Parmesan Roasted Carrot Fries by Closet Cooking
These roasted carrot fried with a little dash of parmesan is classic comfort food with so many flavors. I am sure that no one can say no to this recipe.
Parmesan and Rosemary Potato Stacks by Sweet Peas and Saffron
This potato stack recipe will make the crowd feel like what is it and they would want to try it asap.
Honey Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes by Savory Nothings
Well, take your sweet potato recipe a notch higher with this honey butter mashed sweet potatoes. Such a comforting and such a delightful recipe.
Sausage Stuffing by Dinner at the Zoo
This comforting sausage stuffing recipe will make you want to grab it off the plate right away. Such an easy recipe with so much depth of flavors.
Maple Glazed Carrots by Ambitious Kitchen
This adorable and appetizing side dish will leave the crowd wanting for more of this mapl-y goodness.
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So, these were some of the best Thanksgiving sides recipes. I hope you make some of these recipes.
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
