12 Potluck Dishes That Are Big on Flavor — and Bragging Rights
Why settle for forgettable potluck fare when you can bring a dish that steals the spotlight? These 12 recipes are big on flavor and guaranteed to earn you some serious bragging rights. From creamy casseroles to show-stopping desserts, each dish is designed to impress a crowd without breaking a sweat in the kitchen. Get ready to be the MVP of your next potluck — and watch those compliments roll in!
Slow Cooker Peach Upside Down Cake

This peach upside down cake only calls for just a few ingredients including yellow cake mix and fresh peaches. Whether it’s peach season or not, you can whip up this easy cake for the holidays, a potluck, or to enjoy over the weekend.
Malfouf Salad
This refreshing and crunchy Malfouf salad is a Lebanese cabbage salad with mint and parsley, mixed with a simple olive oil and lemon juice dressing. This light and refreshing slaw is a popular choice for barbecues, potlucks and picnics, as well as Middle Eastern feasts.
Chicken Zucchini Casserole
Chicken Zucchini Casserole has juicy bits of chicken with zucchini baked in a creamy crunchy stuffing casserole fit for sharing. This potluck-perfect chicken stuffing casserole lives to be brought to anyone that needs some extra love. Make it ahead or eat it fresh, the leftovers reheat very well and the whole thing can be frozen for later. This easy casserole can also be doubled to feed even more people. There is everything to love about chicken zucchini casserole.
Peach Panzanella Salad
Peach Panzanella Salad is an easy summer salad recipe that is loaded with fresh flavors of heirloom tomatoes, basil leaves, mozzarella, juicy ripe peaches, and torn crusty bread with a simple honey dijon vinaigrette! It’s perfect for potlucks, picnics, light summer dinners and easy no-fuss lunches!
Futomaki
Learn how to make Futomaki or Maki Sushi, a traditional thick sushi roll filled with colorful ingredients. You can make this delicious and beloved sushi ahead of time and pack it for picnics, potlucks, and celebrations.
Creamy Potluck Potatoes
Creamy Potluck Potatoes are total comfort food! Cheesy and savory, this is the perfect casserole side dish to serve a crowd, whether it’s a holiday dinner, family reunion, or church potluck!
Slow Cooker Queso Spinach Dip
If you are a huge fan of queso and spinach, you’ll love this spinach queso dip recipe. Made with just 5 ingredients, this is a great recipe for when you need a quick dip to go with a Taco Tuesday meal, potluck gathering, or just want something to snack on over the weekend.
Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs
Crockpot grape jelly meatballs combine homemade or freezer meatballs, grape jelly, ketchup, and seasoning. They’re a perfect appetizer for any potluck, dinner party, or game day. These easy, delicious, and tender meatballs will also be the hit of any family dinner!
Cherry Pie Bars
Cherry pie bars are a delicious fruit dessert that is perfect for serving a crowd at any get-together. The sweet vanilla glaze requires only 3 ingredients and is perfect for topping off the golden buttery crust stuffed with cherry pie filling. Bring these cherry pie squares to a party, gathering, or potluck, and all of your guests will want to know the recipe!
Blueberry Hand Pies: A Classic Summer Recipe
These mini blueberry hand pies are my go-to for summer parties, picnics, potlucks, or just a good day at home when I’m craving the deliciousness of a blueberry pie without the fuss of a full-sized one.
Smoked Salmon Platter
This smoked salmon platter is the perfect appetizer! The presentation is jaw-dropping and the accompaniments are delicious! Great for holidays and potlucks!
Barbecue Pulled Pork Shepherd’s Pie
Welcome to your next comfort food adventure with a Southern twist! Today, we’re diving into the flavors of the South with a unique dish that combines the smoky allure of barbecue with the homely warmth of a shepherd’s pie – BBQ Pulled Pork Shepherd’s Pie.