The October Meal Plan will keep you warm during the coming cold days! So, if you’re ready for some comforting soups and warm, hearty meals, this months meal plan is for you! Here’s what you can expect:
Make sure you also check out my latest Instant Pot Meal Plan.
October 2023 Instant Pot Meal Plan
Below the list of recipes, you will find a link to the downloadable calendar and links to all my monthly Instant Pot meal plans.
Main Dishes
- October 1
White Chicken Chili
from One Happy HousewifeA super easy and crazy delicious dump and start creamy chicken chili loaded with hearty white beans, chicken, corn, tomatoes, and green peppers.
- October 2
Autumn Apple Pork Chops
from Simply Happy FoodieThese pork chops are smothered in a delicious apple gravy with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.
- October 3
Butternut Mac and Cheese
from One Happy HousewifeFall spices and a rich and creamy cheddar flavor are perfectly paired with sweet butternut squash in this comforting pasta dish. This is an amazing comfort dish.
- October 4
Beef & Vegetable Soup
from The Halfway HomesteadersThis hearty and satisfying soup is packed full of delicious veggies and ground beef.
- October 5
Tuscan Chicken Pasta
from One Happy HousewifeCreamy, delicious, and very easy to make, this pasta dish is sure to be a hit with your family!
- October 6
Broccoli Cheese Soup
from One Happy HousewifeThe combination of broccoli, carrots, cream, and cheddar make for a hearty soup that’s amazingly creamy and flavorful.
- October 7
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
from One Happy HousewifeA incredibly delicious pasta dish that features a homemade Alfredo sauce that’s unforgettably rich, creamy, and flavorful.
- October 8
Carnitas
from One Happy HousewifeAuthentic flavor, incredibly juicy pork, and crispy edges. Traditional pork carnitas made in a fraction of the time.
- October 9
Pumpkin Soup
from One Happy HousewifeThis quick and easy soup is thick, creamy and perfectly seasoned with fall spices. The ideal meal for brisk autumn weather.
- October 10
Whole Chicken
from Recipes from a PantryHave a moist and flavorful rotisserie style chicken in less than 45 minutes with this simple recipe.
- October 11
Spicy Cajun Pasta
from One Happy HousewifeSimple ingredients like pasta, sausage, and cheese seasoned with the perfect touch of Cajun spices make this a winning combination. This is a super easy weeknight dinner with a wonderful kick of cajun.
- October 12
Cauliflower Soup
from Piping Pot CurryThis healthy, creamy cauliflower soup is infused with the healing benefits of turmeric.
- October 13
Beef & Macaroni Casserole
from One Happy HousewifeThis deliciously creamy beef and pasta casserole is the perfect hearty and filling comfort dish for those busy weeknights. It’s fast and easy to make, full of flavor, and guaranteed to satisfy those hungry bellies. This one is sure to become a favorite in your home.
- October 14
Butter Chicken
from Spice CravingsEnjoy this authentic Indian dish made with delicious pieces of grilled chicken in a creamy tomato sauce that’s seasoned with Indian spices.
- October 15
Spaghetti & Meatballs
from One Happy HousewifeYou can never go wrong with spaghetti and meatballs. Everyone loves it and it’s always easy. This recipe makes it even easier because it requires no prep and is ready in minutes.
- October 16
Chipotle Shrimp Soup
from Paint the Kitchen RedThis quick and easy soup is so creamy and loaded with potatoes, corn, bacon, and shrimp. This one has a spicy kick to it too!
- October 17
French Dip
from One Happy HousewifeAn unbelievably flavorful and juicy meat, covered in melted cheese and served on toasted, crispy, buttered bread.
- October 18
Cheeseburger Mac
from One Happy HousewifeA super hearty and flavorful, from-scratch pasta casserole that’s sure to be a hit with the kids. This one is so delicious, it’s like having your favorite burger in a bowl. A great meal for busy weeknights.
- October 19
Tomato Soup
from One Happy HousewifeThis wonderfully delicious and creamy tomato soup is infused with basil and lightly sweetened with honey.
- October 20
Chicken and Dumplings
from One Happy HousewifeTender, tasty chicken, sweet veggies, and dumplings. This is the epitome of comfort food.
- October 21
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
from One Happy HousewifePenne pasta drenched in an impossibly creamy sun-dried tomato and basil sauce. And since you’ll have it on the table in less than 20 minutes, it’s a perfect meal for any weeknight dinner.
- October 22
Salsa Chicken
from One Happy HousewifeA very popular recipe that’s fast, easy, and so versatile. The perfect busy weeknight meal!
- October 23
Butternut Squash Soup
from One Happy HousewifeWith a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, this soup is the perfect comfort meal for cooler weather.
- October 24
Buffalo Chicken Chili
from Ministry of CurryA hearty chili made with chicken, beans, veggies and cooked in a spicy buffalo sauce.
- October 25
Hawaiian Sloppy Joes
from One Happy HousewifePineapple, red and yellow peppers, and sweet onion give the traditional Sloppy Joe a Hawaiian twist.
- October 26
Chicken Soup
from One Happy HousewifeThis hearty, healthy, homemade chicken soup is so tasty and loaded with nourishing vegetables and spices.
- October 27
Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
from One Happy HousewifeMade with only 4 ingredients, this fall apart delicious pulled pork is so tasty and versatile.
- October 28
Moroccan Chickpea Soup
from Spice CravingsThis dump-and-start recipe makes a wonderfully hearty soup that is so rich and flavorful.
- October 29
Cola Pot Roast
from The Bearded HikerA wonderful pot roast in a delicious gravy with lots of root vegetables .
- October 30
Chicken Couscous
from One Happy HousewifePearl couscous, shredded chicken, peas, and carrots come together to make a quick and easy dump meal that’s full of flavor. This simple recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner
- October 31
Chili
from One Happy HousewifeThe rich, smokey flavor of this Chili makes it the perfect comfort meal.
Side Dishes
Cajun Dirty Rice
from One Happy HousewifeChock full of the Cajun flavor, this comforting dish is outstanding!
Mashed Potatoes
from One Happy HousewifeCooked and seasoned to perfection, these mashed potatoes are so fast and easy to make.
Lemon Butter Broccoli
from One Happy HousewifeAn incredibly delicious and healthy side dish that can be served fast using the help of the Instant Pot.
Green Beans
from One Happy HousewifeThe buttery garlic flavor make these tender green beans a favorite side dish.
Mac & Cheese with Cream of Mushroom
from One Happy HousewifeA super creamy and delicious dump-and-start mac and cheese.
Desserts
Coconut Flan
from One Happy HousewifeA delicious custard-like dessert filled with with coconut flavor and shredded coconut in every bite.
Dulce de Leche Cheesecake
from Living Sweet MomentsThis moist, creamy, and decadent cheesecake is a pure slice of heaven.
Bread Pudding
from Simply Happy FoodieThis creamy, rich, and delicious bread pudding is the perfect holiday dessert. The rich and creamy custard and amazing rum sauce make it irresistible!
Turtle Lava Cakes
from One Happy HousewifeThese deliciously decadent mini cakes are overflowing with a molten chocolate center, caramel and pecans. They are an indulgence like no other!
Arroz con Leche
from One Happy HousewifeThis traditional Hispanic dessert is so creamy, rich and delicious. Simple ingredients and so quick and easy to make.
Download the October 2023 Meal Plan Calendar.
For more Instant Pot Meal Plan ideas for the month of October, check out my archive of October Instant Pot Meal Plans.
Past Instant Pot Meal Plans
Each month I publish a new, updated Instant Pot Meal Plan. So don’t miss out on seeing what wonderful dishes I’ve included in my latest one.
Looking for a past meal plan?
You can also access all of my previously published Instant Pot Meal Plans through the links below. I handpick the recipes that appear each month, so you will find that each month is unique with its own set of recipes geared specifically toward that month. Plus, on each meal plan page, you can download the printable calendar for that month.
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2020 Meal Plans
- December 2020 Instant Pot Meal Plan
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2019 Meal Plans
- December 2019 Instant Pot Meal Plan
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2018 Meal Plans
- December 2018 Instant Pot Meal Plan
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