12 Potluck Recipes That Leave Empty Dishes and Full Compliments
If you want to show up with a dish everyone remembers, this list has you covered. These 12 potluck recipes are crowd-pleasers through and through—the kind that vanish fast and earn you nonstop compliments. From comforting classics to bold, shareable favorites, each recipe is easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Don’t be surprised if you’re asked to bring “that dish” to every gathering from now on.
Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad
Pesto Tortellini Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for summer! Filling, fresh and full of flavor, it’s a dish that is perfect for a weekend barbeque, weeknight dinner or even a quick afternoon snack!
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Bars are rich, chewy, and packed with that deep, nutty flavor that takes classic cookie bars up a notch. The browned butter perfectly with all those melty chocolate chips. No mixer needed and baked right on a cookie sheet, these bars are super easy to throw together! They’re great for a crowd, slice up like a dream, and are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a cozy night in.
Johnny Marzetti Recipe
This easy Johnny Marzetti casserole is a traditional Ohio recipe that is a great make-ahead casserole for potlucks because it serves a crowd! This ground beef and sausage casserole is full of noodles, cheese and Italian flavor.
Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
The dinner my kids come running for! Creamy Slow Cooker Crack Chicken with bacon, cheddar, ranch and jalapeños is perfect for potlucks and feeding a crowd.
Creamy Avocado Pasta Salad
This Avocado Pasta Salad recipe is a healthy summer salad that’s perfect for picnics and potlucks. It has a rich creamy avocado sauce with tomatoes and corn.
Simple Potato Salad with Eggs
Classic Potato Salad is the perfect potluck side dish that is great year-round. Calling for seven ingredients, this old fashioned potato salad recipe is easy to make and share.
Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwich Recipe
This slow cooker Italian beef sandwich recipe yields melt-in-your-mouth tender, juicy, and flavorful meat just like what you’d get in Chicago! It’s the perfect meal for game night, tailgating, potlucks, or parties.
Ensalada de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Salad)
Ensalada de Pollo, or Mexican Chicken Salad is an easy and filling dish that tastes like home. With plenty of vegetables, chicken and a simple mayonnaise dressing, this dish is perfect for your next party or potluck!
Sushi Rolls (Maki Sushi)
Learn how to make thin sushi rolls at home with my Maki Sushi (Hosomaki) recipe. I‘ll show you how to add a single filling like sashimi-grade tuna or cucumber and roll it in nori sheets and sushi rice. Enjoy these delicious bites at your next party, picnic, or potluck.
Swirled Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
Irresistibly creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars made with a layer of rich cheesecake swirled with spiced pumpkin butter and topped with brown sugar oat streusel. A crowd pleasing fall dessert perfect for the holiday season!
Buffalo Chicken Crescent Rolls
Buffalo wings, buffalo dip, and now introducing Buffalo Chicken Crescent Rolls to satisfy your love and craving for that spicy, tangy flavor. They’re perfect for serving at your next party or game day gathering.
The Best Seven Layer Dip
Delicious layers of refried beans, Mexican salsa, fresh guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh pico de gallo, black olives and green onions are conveniently served in individual cups with tortilla chips for dipping . Depending on the layering, you can get 8-10 servings.
