Are you headed to a potluck and have no idea what to bring? I’ve been there. Whether you’re looking for last-minute or unique potluck ideas, I have the perfect recipe for you on this massive list of our best potluck recipes.
Our 35 Best Potluck Recipe Ideas of All Time
1. Blueberry Cucumber and Peach Salad
One of the best potluck dishes for summer is this blueberry, peach and cucumber salad. It’s refreshingly light and is basically summer in a bowl. The addition of Mike’s Hot Honey really takes the flavor up a notch.
Plus, there’s no cooking involved, so you won’t have to heat up your kitchen just to make this dish.
2. Baked Chicken Taquitos
I love making taquitos for potlucks because they’re the ultimate finger food, and everyone can eat as many as they want without feeling guilty.
This recipe is super simple and delicious!
3. Spinach and Ricotta Rolls
Looking for simple, savory potluck ideas? These rolls are perfect. Puff pastries are stuffed with baby spinach, three cheeses and green onions. They cook in just 25 minutes and easily serve a crowd.
4. Sesame Ginger Noodle Salad
Forget the usual pasta salad. Bring this zesty ginger noodle salad loaded with fresh veggies, tasty noodles and a delicious, homemade sesame ginger dressing. Don’t worry – the dressing is easy to make with pantry staples you probably have already.
5. Mexican Street Corn Salad
If you need last minute potluck ideas that won’t disappoint, try this Mexican street corn salad. It mixes fresh corn with a delicious dressing with garlic, chili powder, cilantro, lime and other flavorful ingredients. I recommend grilling the corn before mixing everything together.
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6. Mini Beef Wellingtons
Impress everyone with these mini beef wellingtons that are surprisingly easy to make. Puff pastries are stuffed with a delicious filling of beef, mushrooms and spices. These bite-sized beef wellingtons will be gone before you know it. Serve it on a colorful platter (I love this one).
7. Pull Apart Pigs in a Blanket
This recipe puts a twist on one of the most traditional potluck ideas: pigs in a blanket. Using pizza dough as the “blanket,” you can create a big pull-apart platter that’s fun to eat and easy to transport. You only need a few ingredients, most of which you probably have already.
8. Mini Grilled Cheese Bites
Who doesn’t love grilled cheese? If you want a simple dish to bring, this one is perfect. I recommend using a fresh French baguette from the bakery – it will make a difference! Instead of using regular cheese, this recipe mixes white cheddar and pesto.
9. Pulled Pork Pastry Puffs
I love this recipe because you only need four ingredients. Guests will love the savory smokiness of these bites, and it will take you no time to make them. Slice puff pastry into squares and stuff each one with a mix of pulled pork, BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese.
You can even make this ahead of time and freeze them.
10. Creamy Pasta Salad
Every time we make this pasta salad, it’s devoured in no time. This recipe mixes small pasta noodles with peas, bacon, Parmesan cheese and a creamy, zesty dressing. Plan ahead to chill this salad for a few hours before the potluck.
11. Chopped Italian Sliders
These sliders are perfect for potlucks, but don’t expect them to last long. Layers of deli meat are paired with cheese, banana peppers, pickles, lettuce, mayo and submarine dressing. Bake the Hawaiin rolls to add a hint of sweetness.
12. Bruschetta
If you need simple potluck ideas, it doesn’t get much easier than bruschetta. This recipe adds a layer of goat cheese underneath the diced tomatoes. Top with fresh basil and balsamic glaze. The cheese helps the tomatoes stick to the bread, making this dish easier to transport.
13. Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches
Pinwheels are easy potluck dishes that you can customize however you want. This recipe puts an Italian twist on it. The concept is simple: top tortillas with cream cheese, deli meat, and fresh veggies. Roll it up and slice it into bite-sized pieces. Use toothpicks to hold each slice together.
14. Bacon Cheeseburger Slider Bake
These sliders are loaded with flavor and are the perfect size for potlucks. Hawaiian rolls are topped with beef, cheese, bacon and a delicious sauce. Fill a casserole dish (I love this one) with your sliders, bake and enjoy.
15. Muffuletta Sandwich Bites
Classic muffuletta sandwiches in bite-size pieces. This recipe teaches you how to make the olive spread yourself. You’ll need deli meat, ciabatta bread and olives for garnish. The olive spread is easy – just pulse the ingredients in a food processor and you’re done!
16. Southwest Chicken Eggrolls
If you’re looking for potluck dishes that will “wow” everyone, these eggrolls will do it. They are addictive and so easy to make. Eggroll wrappers are stuffed with a classic southwest filling of chicken, black beans, spicy peppers, corn and spinach. Serve with whatever sauce you want. Don’t want to fry these in oil? Use an air fryer instead.
17. Taco Ranch Bites
Classic tacos aren’t exactly potluck-friendly, but these bites make them the perfect addition to any party. Phyllo tart shells are stuffed with beef, taco seasoning, chiles, cheddar and ranch dressing. These bite-sized delights cook to perfection in just 8-10 minutes.
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18. Mississippi Sin Ham Sliders
This recipe is to die for. Slider rolls are stuffed with bacon, ham and a delicious spread of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, hot sauce and spices. Brush your sliders with butter, bake and watch them disappear before your eyes.
19. Charcuterie Cups
Everyone loves charcuterie, and these little “cups” are filled with all of the classic charcuterie ingredients: deli meat, cheese, nuts, fruit, crackers, olives and a sweet treat (macarons, in this case). I recommend using plastic champagne glasses for this idea.
20. Cinnamon Roll Cake
Every potluck needs dessert, and you can’t go wrong with a cinnamon roll coffee cake. The ingredients are simple (the usual baking ingredients), and the rich icing topping will take this dessert over the top.
21. BBQ Smoked Sausage Bites
In less than 30 minutes, these sausage bites will be ready to eat. You’ll only need smoked sausage and Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce to make these.
22. Sausage Rolls
Puff pastries with sausage in the middle are easy to make and taste great. You’ll need pork sausage along with the puff pastry, breadcrumbs and a bunch of other herbs and spices to make these sausage rolls.
23. Sausage and Peppers
Sausage and peppers are one of the potluck ideas you might have guessed would be on the list. You can make this dish ahead of time, and I highly recommend adding it to a foil pan for travel.
24. Watergate Salad
A sweet delight, this salad requires pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, chopped pecans and Cool Whip to make. Just five ingredients are all you need to make this salad.
25. Jalapeno Popper Pigs in a Blanket
Pigs in a blanket with a spicy twist is the best way to explain this dish. You’ll fill it with cuts of small hotdogs, jalapeno peppers, cream cheese, sharp cheddar, garlic salt, bacon slices and Slap Ya Mama seasoning.
26. Cheeseburger Eggrolls
One of the most unique, easy potluck dishes on this list, these cheeseburger eggrolls require ground beef, white onion, onion powder and garlic. Condiments include mustard, ketchup, pickles and ranch dressing. You’ll fill wonton wrappers with the meat and cheese before baking.
27. Taco Pizza Recipe
Taco pizza in just 30 minutes? This potluck idea uses crescent rolls as the crust, ground beef, cream cheese, taco seasoning, salsa, cheese, shredded lettuce and tomatoes. It’s a bit heavy, but if you love tacos, it’s a great variation to try.
28. Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups
Anyone can make this recipe, which calls for wonton wrappers, cream cheese, sour cream, bacon, shredded cheese and jalapenos. You’ll need muffin cups when cooking up these jalapeno poppers.
29. Basil Tomato Puffy
Puff pastry, tomatoes, a few spices, ricotta mixture with eggs and a handful of other ingredients are all you need for a delectable tomato puff. If you have 30 minutes, this is the perfect pick-up-and-go option.
30. Honey Ricotta Peach Crostini with Crispy Pancetta
Trust me: everyone will love these potluck dishes. And it’s so easy to put together. All you need are:
- Baguette slices
- Olive oil
- Thinly sliced pancetta
- Ricotta
- Honey
- Peaches
- Balsamic vinegar
- Basil
In less than 30 minutes, these peach crostini will be ready to bite into.
31. Pear and Brie Salad Skewers
Salad skewers are perfect for a potluck, and what a good idea to make pear and brie skewers. You’ll add cuts of pears and brie cheese, and in the middle, some greens. You can drizzle on some balsamic vinegar, and you’re done.
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32. Tomato-basil Pull-Apart Rolls
Not sure what to bring to a potluck that is different? These rolls are unique, take 50 minutes to make and are filled with shredded Italian cheese, dried basil and garlic powder.
33. Greek Potato Salad
Greek food is a delight for your tastebuds, and this salad is no exception. You’ll learn how to make a delish salad dressing and need some of the Greek cuisine mainstays:
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese
- Red onions
- Capers
- Sundried tomatoes
- Baby potatoes
- And more
34. Macaroni Salad
Old-fashioned macaroni salad in less than two and a half hours? Sign me up. Grab your large mixing bowl and ingredients, such as elbow macaroni, mayonnaise, cider vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, celery, red bell pepper, onion, carrot, olives and anything else you want to add.
35. Cold Pasta Salad
Pasta salad is a favorite of mine. You can make this in less than 30 minutes without any mayo, too. You’ll add red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, black pepper, olives, mozzarella, cucumber, tomato and a few other simple ingredients.
