30 Delicious Black Friday Meal Recipes You’ll Love

Black Friday isn’t just about shopping and great deals; it’s also the perfect opportunity to gather around the table with friends and family, enjoying hearty meals that fuel our post-shopping adventures. After a long day of battling crowds and hunting for bargains, there’s nothing quite like a warm, delicious meal to bring everyone together.

That’s why I’ve compiled 30 delicious Black Friday meal recipes that will not only satisfy your cravings but also make the holiday even more special. From comforting casseroles to mouthwatering sandwiches, these recipes are designed to be easy to prepare, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of loved ones. So, let’s dive in and get cooking!

1. Turkey Tetrazzini

Leftover turkey never tasted so good! This creamy pasta dish is a great way to use up those holiday leftovers.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded
• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup peas
• 1 cup turkey broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions and drain.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté mushrooms until tender.
4. Add turkey, peas, broth, and cream. Stir to combine.
5. Mix in cooked spaghetti and half the cheese.
6. Pour into a baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly.

2. Sweet Potato Casserole

This sweet potato casserole is a holiday classic that everyone will love. It’s sweet, creamy, and topped with crunchy pecans.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups mashed sweet potatoes
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix sweet potatoes, brown sugar, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and butter.
3. Pour into a greased baking dish.
4. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.

3. Creamy Chicken and Rice

This comforting dish is perfect for warming up after a long day of shopping.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup mixed vegetables
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a pot, combine rice, broth, and cream of chicken soup.
2. Stir in shredded chicken and mixed vegetables.
3. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

4. BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

These BBQ pulled pork sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a busy Black Friday.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs pork shoulder
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 onion, sliced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Burger buns

Instructions:

1. Place pork shoulder and onion in a slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Pour BBQ sauce over the pork.
3. Cook on low for 8 hours.
4. Shred pork and serve on buns with additional BBQ sauce.

5. Veggie Chili

This hearty veggie chili is loaded with beans and vegetables, making it a filling meal for any Black Friday gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans
• 1 can kidney beans
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
2. Add bell pepper, beans, tomatoes, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Stuffed Bell Peppers

These colorful stuffed bell peppers are packed with flavor and make a great meal option.

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, halved
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup cooked ground beef
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 cup cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, mix rice, ground beef, tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
3. Fill each pepper half with the mixture and top with cheese.
4. Bake for 30 minutes until peppers are tender.

7. Macaroni and Cheese

This classic dish is a family favorite, and it’s easy to make in large batches.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz macaroni
• 2 cups cheese, shredded
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup flour
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook macaroni according to package instructions and drain.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour to make a roux.
3. Gradually add milk and stir until thickened.
4. Mix in cheese, cooked macaroni, salt, and pepper, and serve.

8. Roasted Vegetable Medley

This colorful medley of roasted vegetables is a healthy and delicious side dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, broccoli, zucchini)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Toss vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.

9. Baked Ziti

Baked ziti is a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and always a hit.

Ingredients:

• 12 oz ziti pasta
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 2 cups cheese, shredded
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Cook ziti according to package instructions and drain.
3. In a bowl, mix ricotta, egg, salt, and pepper.
4. Layer ziti, marinara sauce, and ricotta mixture in a baking dish.
5. Top with shredded cheese and bake for 30 minutes.

10. Turkey and Cheese Sliders

These turkey and cheese sliders are perfect for feeding a crowd without breaking a sweat.

Ingredients:

• 12 slider buns
• 2 cups sliced turkey
• 12 slices cheese
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 tbsp garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Place slider buns on a baking sheet.
3. Layer turkey and cheese on each bun.
4. Brush with melted butter mixed with garlic powder.
5. Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.

11. Pumpkin Soup

This comforting pumpkin soup is perfect for warming up after a busy shopping day.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pumpkin puree
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a pot, sauté onion until soft.
2. Add pumpkin puree, broth, salt, and pepper.
3. Simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Stir in cream and blend until smooth.

12. Chicken Pot Pie

This classic chicken pot pie is a warm and hearty meal, perfect for the cold weather.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 pie crust

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, mix chicken, vegetables, soup, and broth.
3. Pour into a pie crust and cover with another crust.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.

13. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

This quick beef and broccoli stir-fry is perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef, sliced thin
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

1. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic.
2. Add beef and cook until browned.
3. Stir in broccoli and soy sauce.
4. Cook until broccoli is tender.

14. Garlic Mashed Potatoes

These creamy garlic mashed potatoes are a perfect side for any holiday meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes until tender and drain.
2. In a pot, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
3. Mash potatoes with milk, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.

15. Spaghetti and Meatballs

This classic dish is always a favorite, and it’s great for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 8 oz spaghetti

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, mix beef, breadcrumbs, and egg. Form into meatballs.
3. Place meatballs in a baking dish and cover with marinara sauce.
4. Bake for 25 minutes and serve with cooked spaghetti.

16. Quinoa Salad

This refreshing quinoa salad is a healthy side that complements any meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Rinse quinoa and cook in vegetable broth according to package instructions.
2. In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

17. Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

These tasty bacon-wrapped asparagus are a delicious appetizer for any gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
• 8 slices bacon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Wrap each asparagus spear with a slice of bacon.
3. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until bacon is crispy.

18. Cheesy Broccoli Casserole

This cheesy broccoli casserole is a comforting side dish that pairs well with any main course.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup cheese, shredded
• 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix broccoli, cheese, and soup.
3. Transfer to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

19. Ham and Cheese Quiche

This ham and cheese quiche is a fantastic option for brunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup diced ham
• 1 cup cheese, shredded

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
3. Stir in ham and cheese, then pour into pie crust.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes until set.

20. Chicken Fajitas

These chicken fajitas are quick, easy, and always a hit.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
• Tortillas

Instructions:

1. In a skillet, sauté chicken until cooked through.
2. Add bell pepper, onion, and seasoning. Cook until vegetables are tender.
3. Serve in tortillas.

21. Seafood Pasta

This creamy seafood pasta is perfect for a special occasion.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz fettuccine
• 1 cup shrimp, peeled
• 1 cup scallops
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Cook fettuccine according to package instructions and drain.
2. In a skillet, sauté shrimp and scallops until cooked.
3. Stir in cream and parmesan, then mix with pasta.

22. Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken

These stuffed chicken breasts are flavorful and impressive.

Ingredients:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup spinach, cooked
• 1/2 cup feta cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Cut a pocket in each chicken breast and stuff with spinach and feta.
3. Season with salt and pepper and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked.

23. Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

This classic combo is comforting and perfect for a chilly day.

Ingredients:

• 8 slices bread
• 8 slices cheese
• 1 can tomato soup
• Butter

Instructions:

1. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
2. Assemble sandwiches with cheese in between and grill until golden.
3. Heat tomato soup and serve alongside.

24. Chicken Alfredo

This creamy chicken alfredo is always a favorite and simple to make.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz fettuccine
• 2 cups cooked chicken, sliced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook fettuccine according to package instructions and drain.
2. In a skillet, heat cream and stir in cheese until melted.
3. Add chicken and pasta, then season with salt and pepper.

25. Teriyaki Salmon

This teriyaki salmon is quick, easy, and full of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Place salmon on a baking sheet and brush with teriyaki sauce.
3. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and bake for 12-15 minutes.

26. Classic Caesar Salad

This classic Caesar salad is a great way to start any meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 cup croutons
• 1/4 cup Caesar dressing

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine lettuce, parmesan, croutons, and dressing.
2. Toss until well coated and serve.

27. Chili Cheese Dogs

These chili cheese dogs are the perfect game day snack or quick meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 hot dogs
• 1 can chili
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 4 hot dog buns

Instructions:

1. Grill or boil hot dogs.
2. Heat chili and pour over hot dogs in buns.
3. Top with cheese and serve.

28. Apple Crisp

This warm apple crisp is the perfect dessert to end a hearty meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups sliced apples
• 1 cup oats
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. Place apples in a baking dish and sprinkle with cinnamon.
3. In a bowl, mix oats, sugar, flour, and melted butter.
4. Pour over apples and bake for 30-35 minutes.

29. Chocolate Chip Cookies

You can’t go wrong with classic chocolate chip cookies for dessert!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugars.
3. Add eggs and vanilla, then mix in flour and chocolate chips.
4. Drop by spoonfuls onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

30. Vanilla Pudding

This simple vanilla pudding is a delightful way to end any meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, combine milk, sugar, and cornstarch.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
3. Stir in vanilla and serve warm or chilled.

Conclusion

These 30 delicious recipes offer something for everyone, ensuring a delightful and memorable Black Friday gathering. From savory dishes to sweet treats, each meal brings joy and comfort. Embrace the spirit of the holiday with family and friends, and savor every bite together. Happy cooking and celebrating!