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Enjoy all the flavor of Thanksgiving with easy small batch turkey recipes for one. From roasted turkey breast to leftover sliders, these recipes make the holiday simple and satisfying

Thanksgiving turkey for one shown four ways — easy small batch recipes with no waste and big flavor.

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Small Batch Thanksgiving Turkey Recipes

an oven roasted turkey breast on a baking sheet.

Roast Split Turkey Breast

4.79 from 23 votes
This roast split turkey breast recipe delivers tender, juicy meat with crispy golden skin. Easy to make and perfectly portioned for one or two people.
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sliced oven roasted turkey tenderloin on a white plate next to green beans.

Turkey Tenderloin Recipe

5 from 21 votes
Juicy turkey tenderloin roasted in under 30 minutes. A quick, easy recipe with simple seasonings that’s perfect for one or two servings.
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a single pan seared turkey cutlet with gravy next to mashed potatoes on a white plate.

Turkey Cutlet With Gravy

4.78 from 77 votes
This easy turkey cutlet recipe features a tender pan-seared turkey breast cutlet with savory gravy. A quick, flavorful single serving dinner ready in 20 minutes.
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A turkey roast on a plate surrounded by cherry tomatoes and spinach.

Herb Crusted Turkey Roast

4.91 from 32 votes
This turkey roast recipe features tender, juicy meat with a golden, herb-seasoned crust. Easy to make and perfectly sized for a small Thanksgiving dinner.
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a single Thanksgiving slider on a plate.

Small Batch Turkey Sliders

5 from 3 votes
Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into delicious Turkey Sliders, a single serving treat with festive flavors in every bite.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cook a small turkey for Thanksgiving?

Our Roast Turkey Breast or Roast Turkey Dinner recipes are ideal for a solo holiday meal with minimal leftovers.

What can I do with leftover Thanksgiving turkey?

Try our Turkey Sliders for a quick and tasty way to enjoy leftovers.

Are these Thanksgiving turkey recipes beginner-friendly?

Yes! Recipes like Turkey Tenderloin and Turkey Cutlets are simple and perfect for a stress-free Thanksgiving.

More Thanksgiving Ideas

Check out our complete Thanksgiving for One Recipes collection, along with our Thanksgiving Dinner for Two Meal Guide, the best small batch Thanksgiving sides, and Thanksgiving desserts for one to complete your meal. Don’t forget to subscribe to our One Dish Kitchen newsletter for exclusive single serving and small batch recipes!

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3 Comments

  1. Pat white says:

    Thank you so much for your ideas and recipes for all of us one person households. You have made me realize that I can enjoy the same foods as before in a single person life.

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    1. Joanie Zisk says:

      Thank you for sharing this. I’m so glad the recipes help you continue enjoying the foods you love.

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  2. Frances Baird says:

    Thank Joanie, Thanksgiving is my favorite meal of the year, thank you for sharing recipes for small gathering

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