Fourth of July Dinner Ideas are your ticket to planning the most epic party ever! Whether you’re hosting or bringing a dish, there’s something here for you. Classic barbecue favorites to recipes with a twist that will have everyone talking!
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Fourth Of July Dinner Ideas To Make Your Party A Hit
My motto is plan ahead for every single thing that you can when you’re planning any holiday or party. The food, the drinks, right down to how the food is served. We’ve got the cocktails covered, so let’s dive into the menu.
I like to only have a few things that are last minute items so that the majority of it all is ready to go way before my guests arrive. That way you can enjoy your party right along with your guests.
Another thing to consider is the weather. Sunny skies may call for a lot of grilling where a cooler or possibly rainy day would bring the party indoors. Dan and I often think of main courses that could work for both scenarios, or something that you can make in the oven or on the grill.
Another thing to consider is the timing. Having everything ready to serve all at the right temperature can sometimes be tricky. Mix mostly homemade food with a couple of store bought items to make life easier. Also, try not to plan a menu of all home cooked or hot items. A mixture of cold recipes and hot recipes also helps so that your oven or grill isn’t overloaded.
Planning the menu ahead will help you enjoy you’re party more. After all, hosting is a lot of work, the least you can do is enjoy it!
Hot Dog Chili Recipe
This simple beef chili recipe is perfect for serving on hot dogs, baked potatoes, french fires or nachos!
Dan’s Famous Whiskey Steak
This addicting steak recipe uses a marinade with whiskey and ketchup to tenderize the steak. So you’re not just adding flavor, this marinade is also making the meat super tender and juicy!
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings
Cooked in a buttery sauce with parmesan cheese and sharp notes of garlic, these juicy and tender Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings really pack in the flavor. Their mild sauce pairs well with any dressing, but the deep, rich flavor profile and delightfully crispy skin of these wings make them great plain too.
Dry Rub BBQ Chicken Wings
These crispy, oven baked chicken wings are so addicting, even without sauce! But feel free to add sauce if you like, or serve it on the side for dipping!
Hawaiian Pulled Chicken
This addicting, sweet pulled chicken is one of our favorites for serving a crowd at parties, or for meal prepping during the week. This bbq chicken practically cooks itself, making for an easy, delicious meal!
Jalapeño Turkey Burgers
These super flavorful, super juicy turkey burgers are better than a restaurant! Mildly spicy from pickled jalapeños, you can make these burgers as hot as you like, or tam them down for the kids!
Italian Sausage and Potatoes
This Italian sausage & Potatoes recipe is made all in one skillet for an easy dinner with little to clean up! Serve this sausage and peppers recipe on sub rolls or over pasta!
Fiesta Steak Marinade
This steak marinade will turn any night into a fiesta! The simple ingredients in this marinade will make the most tender, addicting steak ever!
Bourbon Steak Kabobs
These Bourbon Steak Kabobs have the most addicting bourbon and brown sugar glaze! these steak kabobs are perfect for dinner at home or for your next BBQ!
Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken
Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken is so easy to make, and everyone loves it! Perfect for family dinners, parties and holidays!
Italian Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich
This Italian Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich is perfect for game day, holidays, tailgating or just dinner at home! Crispy chicken cutlets with creamy mozzarella, roasted red peppers and fresh basil!
Cheesy Steak Sandwich
These Cheesy Steak Sandwiches are so easy to make! Tender, sliced rib eye steak with sweet peppers and onions and melted provolone cheese! Make these steak sandwiches for easy dinners or on game day!
Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers
Our Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers are slow cooked in a sweet marsala wine sauce. So tender and flavorful, this is sure to become a favorite!
Frito Pie Recipe
This super fun Frito Pie is a fun dinner to make any night of the week! Top with all your favorite taco toppings like sour cream and guacamole!
Ultimate Chicken Quesadillas
Our Ultimate Chicken Quesadillas have a perfect ratio of chicken, creamy beans and gooey cheese. The only quesadilla recipe you’ll ever need!
Tequila Shrimp Quesadillas
Tequila Shrimp Quesadillas are the most epic party food! Tequila and lime marinated shrimp tucked between two layers of gooey cheese!
Balsamic Chicken Marinade
Our Balsamic Chicken Marinade is delicious on any cut of chicken! Tangy and sweet with fresh, vibrant herbs flavor chicken wonderfully. But don’t stop there, you can also use this marinade recipe on turkey or pork, too!
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
This Grilled Teriyaki Chicken recipe tastes just like it came from a restaurant! Tender, juicy marinated chicken thighs with an addicting teriyaki glaze!
Grilled BBQ Pork Chops
These Grilled BBQ Pork Chops are super juicy thanks to a quick brine! Just a few minutes on the grill and dinner is done!
Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs
These Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs are our favorite way to make hot dogs for parties! Super crispy, bacon wrapped hot dogs with a sweet and spicy glaze!
Easy Grilled Salmon Recipe
This Easy Grilled Salmon Recipe is the perfect summer dinner! A healthy seafood meal that you can have on the table in 15 minutes!
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
This pulled pork recipe is our family favorite! Add your favorite BBQ sauce or enjoy as is!
Cheesy BBQ Pulled Pork
This Cheesy BBQ Pulled Pork is so hearty and comforting! Tender and juicy pulled pork with tons of melted cheese, our new dinner obsession!
Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork is sweet, savory and crazy delicious. Classic cherry soda caramelizes and tenderizes this addicting slow cooker pork recipe!
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
These Buffalo Chicken Sliders are unbelievably addicting! An easy recipe that feeds a crowd, no one can resist these buttery, cheesy chicken sliders!
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are the ultimate party food recipe! Tender beef with sweet onions and peppers tucked under a blanket of cheese!
French Dip Sliders
Our French Dip Sliders have a secret sauce that sets them apart from the rest. Beefy, cheesy comfort food perfect for parties and game days!
Pulled Pork Sliders
Pulled Pork Sliders are always a hit! Super tender, BBQ pulled pork piled onto slider buns and baked with mozzarella cheese. The perfect party food!
Slow Cooker Ribs
These Slow Cooker Ribs are so tender they fall right off the bone! Easy to make right in your slow cooker, perfect for holidays, parties and BBQs!
Sticky Root Beer BBQ Ribs
This bbq ribs recipe has the most amazing bbq sauce ever! It’s sticky and sweet and coats the pork spareribs perfectly!
Best BBQ Ribs Recipe
The BEST BBQ Ribs Recipe ever! Cooked low and slow in the oven and then finished on the grill or under the broiler right before serving!
Best Hamburger Patty Recipe
This is the Best Hamburger Patty recipe for making homemade hamburgers! Super juicy burgers made with just a few simple ingredients, and they’ll taste even better than a restaurant!
Chicken Pineapple Kabobs
These Chicken Pineapple Kabobs are a show stopping dinner that’s perfect for everyday meals or parties! Tender, marinated chicken skewered with sweet gilled pineapple and vegetables. Serve these kabobs over rice or just enjoy them as is!
Beer Brats
Grab your favorite beer to make these addicting, super flavorful Beer Brats! We have one secret ingredient that makes our recipe the best. Bratwurst on the grill is such an easy dinner idea, but also perfect for cook outs and parties!
These BBQ Party Ribs are so Instagrammable and adorable! As you know I made it a short while ago and it was lovely! Thx for sharing!
Thank you Julia! We love hearing feedback from our recipes!