Take a look at this fantastic list of recipes perfect for Father’s Day! Everything from hearty main dishes to the best homemade rolls to delectable desserts, it’s all here!
I made sure to include lots of variety on this list so that you’ll be able to find The Perfect Recipe to make for Father’s Day this year! It’s going to be hard for me to narrow it down, because Brian absolutely loves each and every one of these recipes.
Many of these recipes can be prepped in advance so you can spend the day WITH the dad you are celebrating rather than spending all day in the kitchen. And if you need more recipe inspiration, the recipe index has hundreds more ideas!
1
Slow Cooker Birria Tacos
This might be the most perfect Father's Day meal ever – and way better than restaurant birria tacos (says I and tons of other reviewers!).
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2
Best Baked Salmon
This really is the best baked salmon ever! A quick marinade ensures the flaky, tender salmon is super flavorful.
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3
Hawaiian Chicken and Veggie Teriyaki Bowls
If you are celebrating a dad who loves fresh, flavorful, healthy meals, these Hawaiian teriyaki bowls are a must-make!
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4
The Best Oven-Baked Ribs
You don't have to be intimidated to make fall-apart tender ribs with this recipe! I make this all the time for either Brian's birthday or Father's Day or just to surprise him. This recipe makes the best ribs ever!
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5
Mississippi Pot Roast {From-Scratch/Packet-Free}
I hardly ever make classic pot roast anymore because Brian and the kids love this zesty (much easier!) version so much! It's delicious with the Instant Pot mashed potatoes below.
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6
Slow Cooker Smothered Beef Tips
This slow cooker smothered beef tips recipe is so delicious, so elegant, and so easy. Tender pieces of beef + a flavorful gravy – yum!
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7
Loaded BBQ Chicken Totchos
These cheesy loaded BBQ chicken totchos (tater tot “nachos”) are so yummy and perfect for a laid back Father's Day meal. Plus, the meat and toppings can be customized in so many different ways!
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8
The Best Glazed Meatloaf
Does anything say Father's Day quite like meatloaf?!? 🙂 This is literally the best meatloaf you'll ever have (no soggy breadcrumbs or weird textures!)
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9
Baked Sweet and Sour Chicken
This sweet and sour chicken has to be included in this list, because it is one of Brian's all.time.favorites and has been for over 20 years!
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10
Honey Lime Chicken {or Pork} Enchiladas
Ok, so basically this list should just have been titled “Brian's Favorite Meals in the History of Ever.” Yep. These enchiladas are a longstanding favorite. Like, he talks about them all the time to random people!
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11
Skillet Swedish Meatballs
These skillet Swedish meatballs are amazing! Delicious served over mashed potatoes, rice or egg noodles. That gravy? Delish!
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12
Delicious Braised Brisket with Mushrooms
The rich, flavorful mushroom gravy combined with the tender, juicy meat will make this braised brisket with mushrooms a slam dunk hit on Father's Day or any other day!
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13
The Best Broccoli Salad
Hear me out: This broccoli salad should be served at every holiday – Father's Day and more – forever more.
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14
Life-Changing Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
These Instant Pot mashed potatoes are the best potatoes on the planet! The most amazing part: the mashed potatoes can stay warm for HOURS before serving.
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15
The Best Saucy Baked Beans
These saucy homemade baked beans are full of flavor and so easy! This is my favorite baked beans recipe (oven and slow cooker directions included!).
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16
Cheesy Garlic Smashed Potatoes
These delicious cheesy garlic smashed potatoes go with everything and would be perfect for Father's Day!
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17
The Best Baked Macaroni and Cheese
This best baked macaroni and cheese recipe is the creamiest, cheesiest, homemade mac and cheese ever. No processed cheese! It is so good!
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18
Tri-Color Pasta Salad
Simple to prepare, this tri-color pasta salad is the best. The creamy dressing, with a hint of pesto, is so flavorful and delicious!
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19
Delicious Parmesan Cream Corn
Yes, I am telling you to make this Parmesan cream corn for Father's Day. It might just steal the entire show – so good!
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20
Creamy Confetti Corn with Bacon
Another corn side dish that'll knock your socks off! This creamy corn is loaded with so many delicious flavors. Dad'll love it!
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21
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Rolls
Fluffy and buttery soft, these copycat Texas Roadhouse rolls are delicious and so easy to make. Serve with cinnamon butter for a divine combo!
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22
The Best Cheesy Garlic Drop Biscuits
No seriously, these really are the best cheesy garlic drop biscuits (think: Red Lobster knockoff but a million times better). And they are SO easy!
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23
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Cheesecake
This chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake is a cookie dough lover’s dream. And it is best made ahead of time which is perfect for holidays like Father's Day.
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24
The Best No-Bake Cheesecake
Thick and creamy, this is the best no-bake cheesecake. It sets up perfectly and can be made in advance. Brian grew up eating cheesecake on birthdays…spoiler alert: he loves it on Father's Day, too!
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25
Easy Oreo Ice Cream Dessert
This easy Oreo ice cream dessert is phenomenal. It can easily be changed up with different ice cream flavors and cookies depending on what dad likes!
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26
Rocky Road Chocolate Cookie Bars
Simple and so fun, these chocolatey, marshamllowy cookie bars are fantastic and feed a crowd!
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27
The Best Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies
You just can't go wrong with peanut butter and chocolate – and cookies are such a delicious Father's Day dessert. Serve them slightly warm with a bit of ice cream. YUM!
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28
Hot Fudge Pudding Cake {9X13-inch Pan}
This recipe for hot fudge pudding cake is so fun and easy to make! In the oven, the layers of pudding and cake magically separate. Warm, ooey, gooey, and delicious!
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29
Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake
This is one of Brian's favorite desserts, so of course I had to make sure it made the list!
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30
Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake Pie
This combines all the best things: Oreos + cheesecake + chocolate mousse. It's incredible and can be made ahead of time!
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