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Oven baked herb turkey is perfectly juicy and tender! It’s stuffed with slices of citrus, a crisp apple, and fresh herbs then baked until it’s a toasty golden brown. It’s mouthwatering and delicious!

Thanksgiving turkey is not complete without all the side dishes! Try these sweet potatoes, my green bean casserole, carrots, or cauliflower au gratin. And definitely end the night with some pumpkin pie! 

Oven Baked Herb Turkey

Thanksgiving would not be the same without a beautiful turkey on your dinner table. This turkey recipe is the BEST. Your guests will not be disappointed! It will have everyone raving about your beautiful, golden-brown turkey. Dinner for Thanksgiving does take time and needs a lot of care and preparation before baking. But this recipe is super straightforward and anyone can make it! You will have the perfect turkey to serve this Thanksgiving.

The turkey is the most important part of Thanksgiving and what everyone is looking forward to. These step-by-step instructions will help make your Thanksgiving the best it has ever been! And when you’re done with the turkey then these sides of Sweet Potatoes and Mashed Potatoes, brown butter carrots, and Green Bean Casserole go fantastic with any Thanksgiving dinner!

Ingredients for Oven Baked Herb Turkey

Turkey is the most important part of a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Having just the right ingredients will tenderize, add flavor, and create a perfectly golden turkey for your Thanksgiving! See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements.

Turkey: 12 to 20 pounds, thawed.

Stuffing

Combine these stuffing ingredients for a sweet, rich, and tender turkey. 

Onion: adds a bitter but sweet flavoring.

Garlic: has a mellow, sweet, and spicy taste.

Rosemary sprigs: a lemon-pine flavoring with a peppery ending.

Apple: crisp and cut into quarters.

Lemon: sweet and sour lemon quartered for more flavoring.

Thyme sprigs: a powerful herb that is pungent and slightly bitter.

Herb Butter

Baste and coat your turkey with this buttery herbed mixture for a crispier outside and tender inside.

Butter: helps make everything tender and rich in flavor.

Garlic: minced and added into the mixture.

Thyme: fresh and finely chopped.

Oregano: finely chopped and adds a strong aromatic taste.

Rosemary: fresh and finely chopped.

Salt and pepper: just a pinch!

How to Make Oven Baked Herb Turkey

This oven-baked herb turkey is golden brown, tender, and juicy! It’s the absolute perfect turkey recipe that will make you wish that Thanksgiving came around more often!

Prepare Turkey: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. To prepare the turkey, remove the neck and giblets. Tuck the wings underneath the turkey.

Stuff the Turkey: Stuff the turkey with the onion, garlic, rosemary, apple, lemon, and thyme. Tie the feet together with twine.

Combine the Herb Butter Mixture: In a small bowl combine the butter, garlic, thyme, oregano, rosemary, and salt and pepper. Rub evenly over the turkey and underneath the skin.

Bake Turkey in Roasting Pan: Place the turkey in a roasting pan and cook for 15 minutes for each pound or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and the juices run clear. Let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.

Make Turkey Gravy: Save the drippings for the turkey and make this Turkey Gravy if desired.

All the best things about Thanksgiving in slider form! These turkey cranberry sliders are warm and buttery, made with Hawaiian rolls packed full of turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce for the perfect balance of sweet and savory. A must-make with holiday leftovers!

You can only have so many leftover turkey steaks after Thanksgiving before you start to go crazy. So make these turkey cranberry sliders, turkey noodle soup, or turkey casserole instead!

Thanksgiving Sliders

After Thanksgiving, I always have more turkey on hand than I know what to do with. These turkey cranberry sliders have become my new go-to dinner! Because not only do they use up all those Thanksgiving leftovers (cranberry sauce included), it’s a super easy dinner that my family loves. I mean, come on, you can’t go wrong with sliders. Maybe it’s because they’re bite-sized, they always leave me wanting more.

These pull-apart thanksgiving sliders are made with Hawaiian rolls, piled high with leftover turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce, then brushed with a buttery herb topping. Pop them in the oven, and then you have sliders that are perfectly golden brown and full of hearty flavor. Trust me, you’re going to love them.

What You’ll Need for Turkey Cranberry Sliders

Hawaiian Sweet Rolls: Grab a package from the store, these serve as the base for the sliders.

Mayonnaise: Acts as a creamy spread under all those delicious toppings.

Leftover Turkey Meat: Sliced to your desired thickness.

Stuffing: Adds the perfect flavor and texture to the sliders.

Cranberry Sauce: A little tangy, a little sweet, this is the perfect way to balance out the savory flavor of these sliders.

Melted Butter: To brush on top of the rolls.

Seasonings: I like to add a little garlic powder, some dried onion flakes, and Italian seasoning to the melted butter. This gives each slider a pop of extra flavor.

Turkey Gravy: (Optional) Gravy is perfect for dipping the sliders in!

Making the Sliders

These turkey cranberry sliders are super easy to make and take 30 minutes from start to finish. Because of this, it’s a great weeknight dinner! It’s the perfect way to enjoy all the delicious flavors of Thanksgiving again but with a fun twist.

Preheat Oven, Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.

Cut Rolls: Carefully remove the entire package of rolls out of the bag. Keeping the buns intact, use a serrated knife to slice all 12 rolls in half so that you have a top and bottom piece.

Add Mayo: Spread the mayonnaise on the top and bottom half of the rolls.

Place in Pan: Place the bottom half of each roll into the prepared baking dish.

Add Toppings: Layer with turkey, cranberry sauce, then stuffing. Then place the top portion of the rolls on top of the stuffing and press slightly.

Butter Mixture: Melt the butter in a microwavable dish. Once the butter is melted, then stir in the garlic powder, dried onion flakes, and Italian herbs.

Brush on Top: Brush the tops of the buns with the butter mixture.

Bake: Cover with foil and then bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil the last 5 minutes so the tops of the buns can be toasted.

Serve: Garnish the warm sliders with fresh parsley. Then serve with a side of warm gravy for dipping!

5 Ingredient Corn Casserole is in the oven for less than five minutes. It’s the perfect side dish for the holidays with almost no effort at all!

This super easy side dish goes perfectly with almost any dish. Try it with the Best Ever Chili, this easy Perfect Air Fryer Steak or for your holiday dinner with this Oven Baked Herb Turkey.

5 Ingredient Corn Casserole Recipe

This super easy, no-fail, comfort food side dish goes with any meal, from your weekday dish to a special holiday. This will become a tradition for sure. Corn works as a side dish so well because it goes with everything, and this recipe is no exception. The creamed corn brings in a sweet taste, while the cornbread mix brings the most perfect texture.

This side dish is so easy you’ll find yourself memorizing the recipe and sharing it with everyone who tries it! Serve it with your Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. Or do as I do and use it all year long! When a recipe takes less than 5 ingredients and less than 5 minutes to prepare, you can bet I will use it as much as possible!

Ingredients in Baked Corn Casserole

Since this casserole has only 5 ingredients, this list is short and sweet! But don’t let that fool you. It is packed with delicious flavor! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Corn Muffin Mix: This is the most important ingredient in your casserole. Don’t leave it out!

Whole Kernel Corn: Make sure to drain your can of whole kernel corn.

Creamed Corn: You don’t want to drain this corn.

Sour Cream: This adds a creaminess to the texture and binds everything together.

Butter: I use unsalted butter in this recipe.

How to Make 5 Ingredient Corn Casserole

With a creamy texture on the inside and the perfect golden crust on the outside, this is the best quick casserole for any occasion!

Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray an 8×8-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Combine: In a large bowl, add the corn muffin mix, corn, creamed corn, sour cream, and melted butter. Stir together until combined. Pour into the prepared pan. 

Bake and Serve: Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve warm and enjoy!

My dad’s famous mashed potatoes are always the star of the dinner table! Perfectly creamy, buttery, and they have such amazing flavor. People are always begging him to make the recipe!

These mashed potatoes are the best way to complete any holiday meal. They go perfectly with my garlic herb prime rib, honey glazed ham, or spatchcock turkey!

The Best Recipe for Buttery & Delicious Mashed Potatoes

I have a little story to tell you. Growing up, I didn’t like mashed potatoes. (Crazy, I know!) But there was one special recipe that would get me to eat mashed potatoes and LOVE them. That is my dad’s mashed potato recipe. Maybe I have just been spoiled growing up and only had the best that it seems no other recipe can compare. Whatever it is, we can always count on my dad’s mashed potatoes being the star of the dinner table.

What has taken me so long to get these on the blog? I really have no idea. Maybe there has been a bit of intimidation of making my dad’s famous mashed potatoes. I never have had to! But it just so happened that he came over and was able to make this recipe for you AND teach me all of his tips and tricks for making his famous mashed potatoes. They’re so buttery and amazing, trust me, once you try them it will be the only recipe you want to use.

Ingredients You’ll Need

The good news is, this recipe for mashed potatoes uses super simple ingredients. The key here is the ratios that are used! Check out the recipe card at the end of the post for exact measurements.

Potatoes (Russet or Gold): These are the heart the dish. Both are great for achieving the perfect buttery texture.

1% Milk: Pour in a bit of milk for creaminess. It adds richness without making things too heavy.

Unsalted Butter: Butter, (and a lot of it) is what makes these potatoes so irresistible. I used unsalted butter since we add seasonings separately.

Lawry’s Seasoning Salt: Add this to taste to give your potatoes delicious savory flavor.

Pepper: A simple seasoning that helps to tie all the flavors together! Add to taste so your potatoes turn out just how you like them.

Freshly Chopped Chives (for garnish): These bring a burst of freshness and a hint of onion flavor, making your mashed potatoes look and taste gourmet. You could also use fresh herbs! Rosemary and parsley are both great options.

How to Make the Best Mashed Potatoes

Potatoes so good, they’ll be the star of Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, you name it! Here’s how to get them tasting great every time you make them:

Prepare Your Potatoes: To start, peel and cut your potatoes into about 1/2 -1 inch cubes. Place them into a large pot and wash the starch off until the water runs clear. Fill the pot with cold water to fully submerse the potatoes. Add a dash of salt.

Boil: Boil the potatoes for about 15 minutes or until they are fork tender. Then drain the potatoes and add milk, butter, and salt.

Mash, Adjust Flavor: Using an electric hand mixer, beat the potatoes on high until they start to form peaks. If the potatoes still seem thick and need to be creamier, add additional milk. Also add additional salt to taste. (You can also mash them with a potato masher.)

Savory Sweet Potato Casserole is a delicious new way to enjoy this classic Thanksgiving side dish! Tender bite-sized pieces of sweet potato are combined with fresh herbs and seasonings, sprinkled with a cheesy crispy topping, and baked to perfection. This recipe is easy enough for weeknight dinners, yet it’s perfect for the holidays, too!

I am loving this new twist on the sweet potato casserole! If you’re looking for other ways to enjoy this tasty vegetable, try mashed sweet potatoes, sweet potato cobbler with marshmallows, and don’t miss out on this more traditional sweet potato casserole.

Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

A flavorful Savory Sweet Potato Casserole is the perfect way to change up the menu this holiday season! While I love the traditional sweet potato casserole made with brown sugar and a sweet pecan crumble topping, this new savory version has my family’s tastebuds dancing with delight! This recipe starts with cubed sweet potatoes that are coated in a liquid mixture made with butter, chicken stock and fresh herbs. It’s then topped with a crispy parmesan topping that takes this dish to the next level!

Pair this with turkey in a bag and Grandma’s sausage herb stuffing for Thanksgiving, but be sure to make it outside of the holiday season, too. It’s wonderful served with a variety of other main entrees, like perfect air fryer steak or chicken fried steak. This is sure to impress everyone that tastes it. And they’ll all be going back for seconds and thirds!

Ingredients Needed

Many of the ingredients in this savory sweet potato casserole recipe are probably ones that you already have in your kitchen. This makes it so simple to put together! See the recipe card below for a list of exact ingredient measurements. 

Sweet Potatoes: This veggie brings a natural sweetness and hearty consistency to the casserole.

Butter: Melted butter adds richness and flavor.

Chicken Stock: Adds flavor and the perfect amount of moisture, so the casserole doesn’t get too dry while baking.

Fresh Herbs: Fresh thyme, oregano and parsley provide fresh, earthy flavor that balances the sweetness from the potatoes.

Garlic: Minced garlic adds a nutty, buttery taste.

Salt & Pepper: To bring all of the flavors together.

All Purpose Flour: Helps thicken the sauce mixture of butter, chicken and herbs.

Crispy Topping: A combination of panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, fresh parsley and olive oil adds the best texture, and the crunch complements the creaminess of the tender potatoes.

How to Make Savory Sweet Potato Casserole

This casserole only takes about 15 minutes of prep! Whether you’re serving it for an everyday family dinner or a holiday meal, it’s sure to be a hit! Here’s how to make it:

Prep: Prepare a 9X13 inch baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit.

Add Sweet Potatoes to Dish: Pour the cubed sweet potatoes into the prepared baking dish in an even layer.

Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl whisk together the butter, chicken stock, thyme, oregano, parsley garlic, salt and pepper. Then briskly whisk in the flour, taking care to not create any clumps.

Make the Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, and olive oil. Be sure to mix everything well, evenly distributing the olive oil.

Assemble the Casserole: Pour the liquid mixture over the potatoes in the baking dish. Top the potatoes with the crispy topping, evenly distributing it all over the casserole.

Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and the topping is golden brown. Check the casserole after 30 minutes and cover with foil if the topping is getting too browned.

Brownie Batter Dip is an easy, delicious way to get all the brownie flavor without the baking! In this dessert dip recipe, brownie mix, cream cheese, vanilla and whipped topping get combined together for one of the most incredible treats. Serve with cookies, fruit and marshmallows!

Whether it’s sweet or savory, my family loves snacking on a tasty dip. They are perfect for parties, holidays and game day because everyone loves them and they can be served with a variety of different dippers. If you are looking for more dessert dips, I have many options for you. You’ve got to try this S’mores Dip, this incredible Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip, and this super easy 2-Ingredient Cheesecake Dip.

Brownie Batter Dip Recipe

Creamy Brownie Batter Dip is the perfect sweet addition for your party spread! It’s always a crowd-pleaser whether you’re serving it for a holiday gathering, Valentine’s Day, game day, or whenever you need a last minute dessert. It’s brownies without having to turn on the oven, or wait for them to cool!

You will need brownie mix, that you heat in the microwave before mixing it with the rest of the ingredients to keep it safe to eat. Add some cream cheese, vanilla, salt, whipped cream and mini chocolate chips, and you’ll have a festive, fun dip that everyone will love! Pair it with a variety of dippers, like strawberries, Oreos, Nilla wafers, broken waffle cone pieces, cinnamon sugar pita chips and shortbread cookies. This no-bake dessert dip is a must try and one of my favorites to make when I want to impress but need something quick!

Ingredients Needed

You only need 5 basic ingredients to make this brownie batter dip recipe! So simple, but they come together for a luscious, amazing treat! Looking for measurements? They’re all in the recipe card below.

Brownie Mix: To give the dip that perfect brownie flavor, you’ll need a 16.3-ounce box of brownie mix.

Cream Cheese: I recommend full-fat cream cheese that is at room temperature to add a mild sweet and tangy taste.

Vanilla Extract: Warm vanilla flavor balances the sweetness and tang of the cream cheese.

Salt: Just a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor.

Whipped Topping: Cool Whip or another dessert topping gives this dip a light and airy consistency.

How to Make Brownie Batter Dip

Brownie batter dip is so easy to make and can be ready in a matter of minutes. It’s the perfect thing to whip up when you need a quick sweet treat!

Heat Treat the Brownie Mix: Add the dry mix to a medium bowl and heat it in the microwave for 2 minutes. Stir thoroughly every 30 seconds. Let the mix cool completely before continuing.

Mix the Cream Cheese, Vanilla and Salt: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese, vanilla, and salt until smooth.

Combine the Other Ingredients: Add the cooled brownie mix and beat until smooth. Then fold in the whipped topping by hand.

Serve: Transfer to a serving bowl and top brownie batter dip with mini chocolate chips, chocolate Jimmies, or mini m&ms.

Just in time for Thanksgiving, this easy cherry pie is the perfect addition to your dessert lineup! With a buttery lattice crust and juicy filling, you won’t be able to stop after one piece.

It’s pie season! Try your hand at making at making some from scratch this year, I know you’ll love how they turn out! Some of my favorite recipes are grandma’s famous pumpkin pie, caramel apple pie, and raspberry pie!

Easy Homemade Cherry Pie

First off, this pie is absolutely incredible and super simple to make! Plus, this pie could double for either upcoming holiday – Thanksgiving OR Christmas. I’m leaning more towards Christmas though because that vibrant red color just screams Christmas to me! That and, you likely already have your Thanksgiving menu plans ready to go. Or are there some last minute planners out there? I know I’m guilty!

Basically there are two things that makes this pie so easy. First, the actual pie crust. While the crust is homemade, it’s just 4 ingredients (one of which is water and another is salt!). The pie crust is fool-proof and seriously easy. But it turns out flaky, buttery, and perfect every time! The next thing is that I used premade cherry pie filling. It’s so much quicker than pitting lots of cherries and making a homemade filling. Which time seems to be what everyone wants more of during the holidays! So save that time and make this impressive (but secretly easy) cherry pie.

Ingredient List

Homemade cherry pie, simplified! The holidays are stressful enough- making desserts shouldn’t have to be. This easy cherry pie recipe is great because it has a 4-ingredient homemade crust and uses canned filling for easy prep. Check out the recipe card at the end of the post for measurements!

All-Purpose Flour: The flour is the base for the quick and easy crust. If you’re gluten-free, try this almond flour pie crust!

Granulated Sugar: Adds a bit of sweetness to the crust, balancing out the tangy cherries.

Salt: Gives the crust some extra oomph by balancing the sweet and bringing out the buttery goodness. Just a pinch is all you need.

Butter-Flavored Shortening: Makes the crust flaky and tender. Cut it into the flour for that perfect crumble.

Ice Water: Cold water is key here. Add it slowly until the dough forms, and don’t overmix for a light crust.

Cherry Pie Filling: Keep it simple with the canned stuff—it’s delicious and makes life easier.

Egg White: Glues everything together. Brush it between layers to seal the deal and keep things from getting soggy.

Water: Mix this with the egg white for a shiny, golden crust when you brush it on top.

Coarse Sugar (for sprinkling): Sprinkle a little for a sweet crunch on top of your crust. This is my secret weapon for having a pie that looks like it came from a bakery!

How to Make Easy Cherry Pie

Remember, patience is key—allow the pie to cool completely before serving to let the flavors meld and the filling set. Enjoy this easy cherry pie as a delightful dessert for any occasion!

Making Your Dough

Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.

Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Add Shortening: Cut the shortening into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or a fork until the shortening is the size of peas.

Combine With Ice Water: Slowly stir in the ice water until it forms a dough

Knead: Gently knead the dough together until it can be formed into a ball. Try to handle the dough as little as possible to make it come together. Divide it into two equal halves and wrap one in plastic wrap. Store this in the fridge until you need it.

Preparing Your Pie

Roll Out, Add to Pie Pan: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the second half of the dough and place in an 8 or 9-inch pie pan. Then fill the pie with both cans of cherry pie filling.

Lattice Crust: Remove the reserved half of the dough from the fridge and roll out on the same lightly floured surface. You may cut the dough into strips to form a lattice crust or just place on top of the cherry filling and cut 5 or so vents in it.

Egg Wash: Lightly beat the egg whites with a fork and brush between the two layers of dough to help them stay together. Crimp or press the edges of the top crust and bottom crust together and then brush the remaining egg wash over the top pie crust. Then lightly sprinkle with coarse sugar.

Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the crust is lightly browned and the filling is bubbling. If the crust is browning too quickly, cover with a sheet of aluminum foil.

Cool and Serve: Allow your easy cherry pie to completely cool before serving.

Easy no bake Oreo balls are decadent little truffles covered in a chocolate shell. Oreo crumbs and cream cheese create a sweet creamy texture on the inside. It only takes 3 simple ingredients to make this perfect party treat!

Oreo-inspired desserts are always a crowd-pleaser! You have to try this Oreo fluff it’s amazing. Or my popular Oreo cheesecake and this chocolate cheesecake with an Oreo crust. Chocolate lovers will love the dense chocolate and cream cheese texture. 

Easy No Bake Oreo Balls

No bake Oreo balls are perfect for parties and gatherings. They are quick and easy to make when you’re short on time.  Oreo crumbs and cream cheese come together to make a smooth truffle texture. Dip them in luxurious white and semi-sweet chocolate for layers of rich flavor that are so good!

Easy desserts are always the best because you can whip them up last minute. You can impress everyone with very little effort! I also LOVE no bake desserts that don’t require me to heat up my oven. Try these cookies, this pie, or these easy scotcheroos.

Ingredients Needed

This super short list of ingredients comes together to make the BEST Oreo dessert! The bite-size truffles are bursting with sweet Oreo flavor and then coated with a smooth layer of rich chocolate and a sprinkle of Oreo crumbs.

Oreo cookies: The start of any amazing dessert!

Cream cheese: Soften to room temperature then mix together with crushed Oreos.

White chocolate chips: Melt the chocolate chips to drizzle over the Oreo balls for a soft and sweet coating.

Semi-sweet chocolate chips: Great for balancing all the sweetness in these Oreos!

Crushed Oreos: Sprinkle crushed Oreos on top of the truffles for a perfect crunchy topping.

How to Make No Bake Oreo Balls

No bake Oreos are quick and easy to assemble and don’t even require you to pre-heat your oven. The presentation of these Oreo truffles is so pretty and impressive. They look professional, but once you make them, you will see how easy it is to create these beautiful and delicious Oreo truffles from scratch at home!

Pulse the Oreos and Mix With Cream Cheese: In a food processor add the Oreos and pulse until fine crumbs. Add in the cream cheese and continue to mix until fully combined.

Form the Balls and Chill: Using a small cookie scoop, scoop out 1-inch balls and roll them into balls. place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for about 20 minutes.

Melt the Chocolate: In two separate microwave-safe bowls melt the chocolate chips in the microwave. Stir every 30 seconds until smooth and melted.

Coat the Balls in Chocolate: Using a fork, dip each ball into the chocolate and place it on the prepared pan to let set. You can also refrigerate them to speed up the process!

Decorate and Enjoy: Drizzle with extra chocolate or sprinkle with crushed Oreos if desired.

Named ‘Million Dollar Pie’ because it’s so rich and delicious, this scrumptious dessert is the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth! It’s light and fluffy but packed with coconut, pecans, and pineapple for tasty tidbits in each bite!

I love no-bake pies so much, it’s hard to pick favorites! But if you like this million dollar pie, you’ll have to try out these other tasty recipes: no-bake Oreo pie, cream cheese peanut butter pie, and key lime pie!

What is Million Dollar Pie?

Million Dollar Pie (also known as millionaire pie) is the dessert dreams are made of. It got this name because of how rich and tasty it is, and trust me- it lives up to it! It’s got a fantastic, buttery graham cracker crust. And the filling? Sweetened condensed milk gets mixed with lemon juice, crushed pineapple, coconut, and pecans, all whipped up into a creamy delight. And the finishing touch? Dollops of whipped topping that are the icing on the cake, or in this case, the pie.

You’ve got to add this million dollar pie to the holiday lineup this year. It’s so delicious and a fun switch up from traditional pies! Trust me, if you add this to your Thanksgiving spread, everyone will be wanting a second piece. (And maybe even a third!)

Crust and Filling Ingredients

Million dollar pie uses a lot of simple ingredients, you’ll just need to grab all the tasty mix-ins from the store if you don’t already have them. The chopped pecans, pineapple, and coconut make it so good!

Graham Cracker Crumbs: The crunchy foundation for the pie crust.

Granulated Sugar: To sweeten up the crust a little more.

Salt: A tiny bit to enhance the flavors in the crust – not too much, just a pinch.

Melted Unsalted Butter: Holds the crust together, making it crumbly and rich.

Sweetened Condensed Milk: The creamy ingredient that makes the filling rich and dreamy. Any dessert with condensed milk is a winner in my book.

Fresh Lemon Juice: Adds bright flavor to the creamy filling.

Crushed Pineapple (Drained): So the filling has extra bursts of fruity goodness.

Sweetened Shredded Coconut: For texture and some delicious nutty flavor!

Chopped Pecans: Add nutty flavor and a satisfying crunch to the pie.

Whipped Topping/ Cool Whip: Makes the filling extra light and fluffy. You’ll also use some of this for garnish.

Other Toppings: I garnished my million dollar pie with extra chopped pecans, toasted coconut, and of course- some maraschino cherries for that picture perfect finishing touch.

Let’s Make Million Dollar Pie!

Million dollar pie is super easy to put together. No baking required! Just make sure you give yourself enough time for it to chill and set up properly. My recommendation is at least 4 hours.

Crust

Crust Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and salt. Add the melted butter and stir until it resembles wet sand and all the graham cracker crumbs are moistened. 

Add to Pie Pan: Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie pan. You can use your fingers or the bottom of a flat glass or measuring cup to really press the crust together and up the sides. 

Chill: Place the crust in the fridge to chill while you prepare the filling. 

Filling

Condensed Milk and Lemon Juice: Add the sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice to a large bowl and whisk for 2-3 minutes, until thickened. 

Mix-Ins: To be sure the pineapple is fully drained, dump it into a fine mesh strainer and use the back of a spoon or rubber spatula to really press the pineapple against the mesh to get out all the juice. Add the pineapple, coconut, and pecans to the sweetened condensed milk. Stir to combine. 

Fold: Fold the whipped topping into the mixture and pour the pie filling into the chilled crust. 

Chill and Serve: Chill the pie for at least 4 hours before serving. Top with additional whipped topping, pecans, toasted coconut, and maraschino cherries as desired. Serve chilled.

Get ready to savor a delicious meal with my easy Crockpot White Chicken Chili recipe! Simply combine chopped onions, garlic, spices, rotisserie chicken, green chiles, beans, and chicken broth in your slow cooker. This hearty dish promises a delightful blend of flavors and textures that make the perfect meal!

Chili, soup, and stews are best for those chilly fall and winter nights. Try some more of my favorites that you can add to your rotation all season long! This Tuscan Vegetable Chicken Stew, this classic Chicken Noodle Soup or this Brunswick Stew that is a delicious cross between a stew and chili.

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

I’m sure you have all tasted some white chicken chili at a neighborhood gathering or even cookoff event. And yes, I’m sure they were delicious but… I am here to tell you that you have never tasted one as good as this!

Not only is this crockpot white chicken chili easy to make but it is packed with all sorts of flavors that pack a punch. Top of off with some avocados, cilantro and jalapeños and it will really take this chili to the next level. I love serving it with some homemade cornbread or delicious 1-Hour Rolls and this meal will be on rotation all season long!

Ingredients in White Chicken Chili

These ingredients are some of my favorites. The garlic with the coriander and cumin brings in a lot of great taste without making it spicy. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Onion: You can use a yellow or a white onion in this recipe.

Minced Garlic: I love the flavor that the garlic brings to this dish! In my opinion, you can never have too much garlic!

Cooked Chicken: To make it easy on myself, I use a rotisserie chicken or canned chicken so that it’s all cooked. All you have to do is shred it up!

Spices: The ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, and ground black pepper give this chili so much flavor!

Chicken Broth: Using chicken broth as the base gives this chili a lot more flavor than water would.

Green Chiles: Is it even a chili recipe without some green chilis?

Cannellini Beans: Drain and rinse your beans before adding them in with the rest of the ingredients.

Sour Cream: This makes the whole recipe come together and makes it nice and creamy.

Is White Chicken Chili Easy to Make?

Yes! This crockpot white chicken chili recipe is so simple and it’s the best because it just cooks in your slow cooker all day long!

Combine: Add all the ingredients except for the sour cream to a 4 or 6-quart slow cooker.

Cook: Cook on high for 4-6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours.

Add Sour Cream: When it is done cooking, then stir in the sour cream and let it cook for 10 minutes more until heated through.

Add Toppings: Serve hot with desired toppings.