These (mouthwatering) easy Thanksgiving side dish recipes will have your family going back for seconds.
Here comes Thanksgiving.
Many of us Thanksgiving lovers enjoy the holiday because it’s so simple.
But the one part of Thanksgiving that isn’t so simple is (obviously) the meal.
Either you’re hosting and have a big burden on your plate…
(Pardon the pun. Actually, I totally love a good pun.)
…or you’re heading to someone else’s Thanksgiving. And you have to bring a side dish.
That might be stressful.
But it doesn’t have to be!
Those foods that make Thanksgiving so amazing don’t have to keep you in the kitchen for 10 hours.
With the right recipe, you can get the side prepared ahead of time, without a ton of effort.
And, wouldn’t you know it…those perfect recipes are right here!
(Psst…print out one of these Thanksgiving potluck signup sheets to keep it simple!)
The Top 10 Easy Thanksgiving Sides
We Dig the Potatoes
Turkey is, of course, the star of Thanksgiving. But I think a close second would be mashed potatoes. You can’t have a proper Thanksgiving meal without them!
These Slow Cooker Buttery Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes are delicious!!
Bonus…it’s a crock pot recipe. That means it should travel well and won’t cause you to stand in the kitchen all day.
Slow Cooker Buttery Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
When it comes to sweet potatoes (or yams), families seem to fall firmly in the marshmallows camp or the no marshmallows camp.
Our family is against the mix of marshmallows and sweet potatoes, but we do love this recipe!
It is NOT for the health conscious person… but it is definitely for anyone who loves the taste of awesome on a fork.
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Steusel
Or, if you’d like a different take on your sweet potatoes, try them roasted. This recipe will give you a taste of delicious without overwhelming your sweet tooth.
Bring On The Veggies
Even if you choose another recipe for your pot luck, you definitely have to try these roasted carrots! This simple recipe blends a variety of flavors that meld deliciously together.
Another delicious veggie option is Creamy Broccoli Salad. It’s a great spin on broccoli that even non-lovers of the little trees will enjoy. (If anyone seems doubtful, just highlight the BACON!)
We really enjoy eating roasted veggies in the fall and winter.
They’re especially great at Thanksgiving when your taste buds are ready for a break from some of the more fatty and sugary parts of the meal.
The Best Roasted Vegetables Ever
Photo: The Wednesday Chef
Corn is a staple of the Thanksgiving meal. No story of the Pilgrims and Indians is complete without a mention of this food! But it’s often overlooked, especially as plates become full and space is limited.
No more!
This recipe will give your corn some extra kick and will establish its “beloved” status once again.
The Bread Basket
If you’re looking for something in the bread area, you can’t go wrong with any of these choices…
These biscuits are so yummy, and the garlic and cheese give them a great twist on traditional biscuits. Easy, portable, yummy.
Copycat Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
I don’t know if you have Texas Roadhouse restaurants in your neck of the woods…but their rolls and cinnamon butter are awesomesauce!
You will definitely want to add this one to your menu.
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls with Cinnamon Honey Butter
Stuffing doesn’t always look delicious, but it sure tastes great!
This recipe is pretty close to my grandmothers recipe, which is a big family favorite. It’s the perfect comfort food, and an obvious Thanksgiving staple.
Mom’s Perfect Thanksgiving Stuffing
Any of these easy Thanksgiving sides are sure to be a hit with your potluck crowd!
Now you can relax with your favorite people and enjoy some amazing food.
Looking for something more dessert like? You can’t go wrong with any of these Thanksgiving pie ideas!
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What is your favorite Thanksgiving side dish?
I'm Jamie, and I want to help you afford a beautiful life with your family. 
This is a lovely round-up, Jamie! Thank you so much for including my Sweet Potato Casserole! Happy Holidays!
Thanks so much for letting me share your yummy recipe. 🙂
This is a fantastic collection — EVERYTHING looks SO YUMMY. I pinned it, of course! I think I’m going to try the roast sweet potatoes first, then the crock pot mashies. Mmmmmm….
Thanks for the pin! Every time I look at this post I get hungry! haha
Pinned……Thank you for sharing with us at #JoyHopeLive!
Oh, my gosh. I’m sitting here drooling trying to pick my favorite one of these and I just can’t! Going to have to bring one of them this year. 🙂
Yum! Thanks for the great ideas! Those Texas Roadhouse copy-cat rolls look AMAZING. Thanks for sharing this with us at the 100 Happy Days linkup party! 🙂
Man, I can’t wait for Thanksgiving now! Thanks for sharing on the Homestead Blog Hop! I pinned!
Thanks so much!
Thanks for linking up with Frugal Friday.
You have my mouth watering! These look like tasty side-dishes! Thank you for sharing this week on the Art of Home-Making Mondays! 🙂
This is a wonderful collection of recipes, Jamie! They all look really delicious and perfect for any celebration dinner. Thank you for sharing them with us at the Hearth and Soul Hop.
Um, YUM! Hungry now!! And you’re totally right, Thanksgiving DOES feel like Christmas’ overlooked younger sister… it kind of feels like the Christmas warm-up to me. ;P But the food is still amazing!!
Always glad to see you at Friday Frivolity, Jamie!! 🙂
I’m always looking for new sides. The roadhouse rolls look wonderful.
Yum! I love Thanksgiving, and now I’m ready for it to be here, lol! Great recipes! I think I might try the Roasted Veggies and the Broccoli Salad. thanks!!
These all look amazing! I’ll definitely will try. Very family friendly