10+ Christmas Side Dish Recipes for Your Holiday Dinner
Christmas dinner always feels more complete with a few good side dishes on the table. These 10+ Christmas side dishes are easy to make, family-friendly, and perfect for serving alongside your favorite holiday main dishes. From simple vegetables to comforting potato sides, there are plenty of Christmas sides for dinner here that even picky eaters can enjoy.
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These easy Christmas side dishes are simple enough for busy moms to make during the holiday season. You’ll find crockpot side dishes, potato side dish ideas, and fun finger food recipes that are perfect for sharing. There’s something here for everyone to enjoy!
Slow Cooker Southern Green Beans
This Slow Cooker Southern Green Beans is made with fresh green beans, tender potatoes, crispy bacon, onions, garlic, and simple seasonings.
Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts
These Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts are a flavorful and easy side dish made with roasted Brussels sprouts, crispy bacon, sweet onion, garlic, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze. It’s a simple side dish that works beautifully for weeknight dinners, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holiday meals.
Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
This Slow Cooker Creamed Corn is a creamy and comforting side dish made with sweet corn, cream cheese, butter, and half and half. It is easy to prepare and cooks right in the slow cooker, making it a simple choice for Thanksgiving, Christmas, family dinners, and potlucks.
Brown Butter Skillet Cornbread
This Brown Butter Skillet Cornbread is an easy homemade side dish with crisp, buttery edges and a soft, sturdy center. Made with yellow cornmeal, honey, fresh or frozen corn, and browned butter, this cornbread is ready in about 35 minutes and is perfect with chili, soup, or a family dinner.
Creamy Scalloped Potatoes
These Creamy Scalloped Potatoes are a rich and comforting baked side dish made with thinly sliced potatoes layered in a smooth garlic cream sauce and finished with a golden, cheesy top.
Homemade Classic Cranberry Sauce
This classic cranberry sauce is sweet, tart, and easy to make with fresh cranberries. It’s perfect for adding a pop of color and flavor to any holiday meal.
Candied Sweet Potatoes
These candied sweet potatoes are a classic holiday side dish made with tender slices of sweet potatoes baked in a rich mixture of butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and warm spices. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any family dinner.
Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots
This Slow Cooker Glazed Carrots is a simple and delicious side dish made with tender carrots, butter, honey, brown sugar, and warm spices. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Sunday dinners.
Crockpot Creamy and Cheesy Potatoes
Perfect for a hands-off side, these potatoes cook all day in the crockpot, soaking up cheese and cream. Great for busy holiday schedules. Grab the recipe here!
Cheesy Party Potatoes
Soft, creamy potatoes baked with cheese until golden brown. These are a must-have for Christmas dinner side dishes that everyone will love. Grab the recipe here!
One-Pan Winter Salad with Steak
A hearty salad that’s perfect as a side or even a main for a lighter holiday meal. Packed with seasonal veggies and tender steak slices.
Oven-Baked Ratatouille Casserole
A vegetable-packed side dish that’s colorful and full of flavor. This casserole is a nice addition for anyone looking to balance out heavier holiday foods.
Smashed Potato Salad
A fun twist on classic potato salad with extra flavor and texture. Easy to prep ahead of time and always a crowd-pleaser. Grab the recipe here!
Roasted Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles
These asparagus bundles are simple, crispy, and full of flavor. They’re perfect for a Christmas side dish that looks fancy but is super easy to make.
Festive Harvest Salad
Bright and colorful, this salad is packed with winter fruits, nuts, and greens. It’s fresh, light, and adds a healthy balance to your holiday meal. Grab the recipe here!
French Onion Potato Bake
A comforting mix of potatoes, cheese, and caramelized onions baked to golden perfection. This dish is warm, hearty, and a great side for any main course.
Mini Cranberry Brie Pull-Apart Bread
Flaky, cheesy, and slightly sweet, these mini breads are filled with brie and cranberry sauce. Perfect for serving as a side at your Christmas table.
Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs
Tender meatballs cooked in a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce. Make them in the crockpot for a hands-off side dish that’s great for busy holiday mornings or parties. Grab the recipe here!
Creamy Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta
These Creamy Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta are a rich and flavorful side dish made with tender Brussels sprouts, mushrooms, crispy pancetta, and herbed cream cheese. An easy holiday side that pairs perfectly with ham.
Christmas Tree Spinach Dip Puff Pastry
This pastry is shaped like a Christmas tree, filled with creamy spinach dip, and baked in puff pastry. It’s festive, easy to make, and great for dinner sides.
