Potluck Recipes

Wow the crowd with top-rated recipes for covered-dish classics like mac and cheese, salads, enchiladas, dips, and desserts.

Staff Picks

Betty's 3-Bean Hot Dish (a la Minnesota)

Rating: 4.76 stars
13
My dearest 80-something friend Betty gave me this sensational, hearty recipe for a 3-bean hot dish. She's Finnish, I believe this has roots to home, and it's really tasty! My hubby, who hates beans, demanded I get the recipe. We first devoured it at Betty and Jim's 60th wedding anniversary! Perfect for potlucks.
By MrsWifey/Mommy

Slow Cooker Potluck Spareribs

Rating: 4.62 stars
55
These ribs are perfect for a potluck. Use a slow cooker bag and cleanup is super easy. Sure to be a recipe they beg for!
By Maggie Ogier Luke

Potluck Potato Casserole

Rating: 4.43 stars
11
After trying plenty of hash brown casserole recipes, I finally discovered the perfect mixture on my own! I always make this for any potluck I go to, and it's ALWAYS the first thing to be eaten! From dinner parties to football game gatherings, you won't be disappointed.
By bayard-clark

Cannellini Bean and Artichoke Salad

Rating: 4.6 stars
4
This is great for barbeques, picnics, or just to have refrigerated to serve with a sandwich for lunch. Refrigerate overnight for best flavor.
By Barry Heuser

Lemon Pretzel Salad with Mango and Kiwi

Rating: 4.4 stars
4
Refreshingly satisfying! Fresh lemon, mango, and kiwi are fused with fluffy cool cream cheese, all sitting atop a yummy salty sweet pretzel crust...wow, what else can you say?! It always disappears with a quickness. Perfect for BBQs, holidays, pitch-ins, or just a tasty treat with a hot cup of tea. Enjoy!
By Coastal Roots

The Talk of the Potluck Kale and Apple Salad

Rating: 4.75 stars
28
A favorite for potlucks, family gatherings, and hot summer nights at home. With a food processor to chop the kale, I can be done and out the door to a party within 25 minutes - and that includes 5 minutes to find my keys. My kids love this salad when I add lots of apples!
By Dani Steinbach

Zucchini Walnut Carrot Cake

Rating: 5 stars
4
This zucchini carrot cake is a tasty breakfast alternative.
By MWOOLF

Quick Festive Ground Meat Skillet

Rating: 4.42 stars
42
This is great as a main dish, a dip, or on tortillas! My whole family loves this and it's great for pitch-in dinners too.
By Jackie HealthyWitness

Slow Cooker Texas Pulled Pork

Rating: 4.53 stars
2069
Slow cooked, Texas-style pulled pork that is served on a buttered and toasted roll. My family's favorite.
By cmccreight

Best Brownies

Rating: 4.53 stars
10067
These brownies always turn out!
By Angie

Classic Macaroni Salad

Rating: 4.46 stars
2054
This is a salad that everyone seems to love. I always get lots of compliments on this recipe and it is just a pleasing taste that seems to suit everyone.
By Graden

Sloppy Joes II

Rating: 4.67 stars
5407
This is the recipe my mother used for sloppy joes and it always gets compliments!
By Tamara
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Inspiration and Ideas

Baked Ziti I

Baked Ziti I
"I made two for a potluck, one meatless and one Italian sausage. EVERYONE loved it. I substituted ricotta for half of the sour cream. It all turned out so delish!" – MsNina
Show-Stopping Potluck Ideas

Show-Stopping Potluck Ideas
Check out these tried-and-true potluck power players.
Hobo Beans

Hobo Beans
Judy's Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Judy's Strawberry Pretzel Salad
30 Cold Side Dishes for Picnics and Potlucks

30 Cold Side Dishes for Picnics and Potlucks
Our Most Popular Potluck Recipes

Our Most Popular Potluck Recipes

Judy's Strawberry Pretzel Salad

Rating: 4.75 stars
1293

This three-layer salad includes a pretzel crust, cream cheese center, and strawberry top.

More Potluck Recipes

Authentic German Potato Salad

Rating: 4.65 stars
1136
This is my mother's recipe. Everyone, German or not, loves it. It is easy to double the recipe as well. I often bring it to potlucks, and we also have it at home on special occasions. There are usually no leftovers, but if there are, they don't last long!
By Angela Louise Miller

Baked Ziti I

Rating: 4.7 stars
5987
A lady I worked with brought this in one day, and it was a hit. Now it is the favorite of all my dinner guests. It's great for a covered dish dinner too. I have made this also without the meat, and it is well received.
By Colleen B. Smith

Boston Baked Beans

Rating: 4.58 stars
1035
A wonderful old-fashioned baked bean flavor. This recipe has served by family for 29 years and originally came from my mother-in-law. It tastes great served with fresh cornbread or biscuits and honey. Although you need to allow time for soaking and simmering the beans, this recipe is still quite easy.
By AJRHODES3

Broccoli, Rice, Cheese, and Chicken Casserole

Rating: 4.27 stars
776
This is a delicious twist to broccoli, rice, and cheese casserole, and is VERY easy to make. You can also cut this in half. I use the 1 can cream of mushroom soup when I make half. You can also leave out the onion. It just gives it a little added flavor, but is still very good without it.
By Heather

Strawberry Spinach Salad I

Rating: 4.77 stars
2042
Someone brought this salad to a pot luck dinner and I had to have the recipe. I have made it many, many times since then and I have been asked for the recipe every time I bring it somewhere. It is also a great way to get kids to eat spinach!
By TOZENUF

Baked Teriyaki Chicken

Rating: 4.65 stars
5388
A much requested chicken recipe! Easy to double for a large group. Delicious!
By Anonymous
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King Ranch Chicken Casserole

Rating: 4.46 stars
309
From what I hear, it's impossible to go to any sort of potluck in Texas and not see one of these.
By Chef John

Zesty Quinoa Salad

Rating: 4.78 stars
1059
This bright and colorful salad is a great summertime recipe (or anytime you want to feel like it's summertime). Light and citrusy, it's a whole new way to enjoy quinoa. Lime juice and cilantro give a refreshing kick, while quinoa and black beans provide tasty vegan protein. If you're not vegan, add even more protein by adding chunks of chicken or turkey. Yum!
By scrumdiddly

Baked Spaghetti

Rating: 4.71 stars
976
A comforting baked spaghetti casserole with plenty of melted cheese is the perfect dish for potlucks, family gatherings, or a week-night dinner.
By CALLIKO

Chef John's Classic Macaroni Salad

Rating: 4.78 stars
268
Whether it's sitting next to some smoky ribs or just a humble hot dog, this deli-style macaroni salad will always be a crowd favorite, as long as you pay attention to a few key details.
By Chef John

Sweet Restaurant Slaw

Rating: 4.76 stars
2396
This tastes just like the cole slaw served at popular fried chicken or fish restaurants. It's excellent with burgers or on top of BBQ'd pork sandwiches, too!!!
By Sandi Gregory Johnson

Old Fashioned Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Rating: 4.34 stars
405
This old-fashioned cake recipe delivers a really good take on the dessert classic: pineapple upside-down cake.
By Cathy

No-Noodle Zucchini Lasagna

Rating: 4.61 stars
507
Looking for a low-carb dinner to satisfies your Italian food craving? Look no further! This lasagna is perfect in the summer with your garden-fresh veggies and herbs, or in the winter when you need a comforting meal. You won't even miss the noodles in this one!
By Jill Welch

Delicious Raspberry Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Rating: 4.6 stars
1480
One of my favorite cookie bar recipes.
By MARBALET

Ham Salad Spread

Rating: 4.66 stars
146
Whip up a quick and easy ham salad spread with hard-cooked eggs, mayonnaise, and pickle relish. Serve with assorted crackers.
By smile_u_nut

Macaroni Salad with Pickles

Rating: 4.37 stars
152
This recipe is easily multiplied for a crowd. Everyone in my family asks me to bring this to our functions. I even make it for weddings. Sometimes I use a mixture of different kinds of pasta, especially if I only have a little of this kind or that. Depending on what type of macaroni used, more dressing may be required. The recipe calls for red onion, but sweet onion is great, too.
By Charlotte

Chuck's Favorite Mac and Cheese

Rating: 4.27 stars
2569
Easily doubled for a potluck, cottage cheese and sour cream are the unique elements to this macaroni and cheese recipe.
By MRSO

Alyson's Broccoli Salad

Rating: 4.79 stars
1227
Confirmed broccoli haters have changed their minds after tasting this salad. It is great for potlucks or buffet meals. Make a day or so before you wish to serve to meld the ingredients. I have used sugar substitutes for the white sugar and also used nonfat or low-fat mayonnaise and it still tastes great!
By JJOHN32

Easy Apple Coleslaw

Rating: 4.55 stars
579
This is our favorite cole slaw recipe, a yummy combo of fruit and veggies in a sweet dressing.
By Aunt Mamie

Blonde Brownies I

Rating: 4.5 stars
1396
Rich, chewy brownie with chocolate chips on top.
By Sue Bush

Chef John's Meatless Meatballs

Rating: 4.67 stars
393
I made this recipe to celebrate Earth Day. Thanks to a thorough browning, mushrooms provide more than enough savoriness. The garlic, cheese, and parsley do the rest. What really blew me away was how close the texture was to actual meatballs. They are officially approved for use on spaghetti!
By Chef John

Sweet and Savory Garlic Noodles

Sweet, salty, savory, and addicting noodle dish. Kid-friendly and great for potlucks.
By FrankandTina Holmes

Fresh Strawberry Upside Down Cake

Rating: 4.24 stars
702
I live in Florida and have access to strawberries for a few months at a time. Many of my friends and neighbors can't wait until I start preparing this cake.
By parealtor313

Twice Baked Potato Casserole With Bacon

Rating: 4.66 stars
228
A slight twist to an old favorite, this cheesy recipe will surely set their mouths to watering. For a creamier casserole, use a potato masher and mash potatoes thoroughly.
By Tay
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