Need a little help planning the perfect Father’s Day spread? Try any of the recipes below, whether you’re planning breakfast, lunch, or dinner and whether you’re a skilled or a not-so-skilled cook. Start the day with a decadent brunch or invite Dad to an afternoon barbecue—either way, we’ve collected a mix of different ideas and styles that we know he’ll love!
Grilled Pork Chops
The secret ingredient to these delicious chops from The Pioneer Woman? It’s all in the flavorful marinade, which will leave Dad in awe of your grilling skills. Sure, there are plenty of great grilling recipes out there, but these pork chops are both easy and delicious thanks to the deceptively simple marinade made from pantry ingredients you likely already have on hand. Pair them with Dad’s favorite side, and you’ll knock Father’s Day dinner out of the park!
Smoked Tomahawk Ribeye
If you’re ready to take your fire-cooking skills to the next level, try this recipe from Chef Tiffany Collins Blackmon for Beef Loving Texans. Using a smoker and only four simple ingredients, you can turn this side of beef into a meal Dad will remember. With a cook time of just over two hours, this dish takes a little longer, but it’s totally worth it—the low and slow heat builds just the right smoky flavors.
Loaded Lentil Nachos
If your dad prefers a vegan option, check out this recipe from Forks Over Knives. This hearty alternative to a classic dish is delicious and easy to make. And the faux cheese sauce is so good, you won’t miss the usual dairy-based topping. Lentils from a can work great, or you can substitute in black beans.
Steak and Eggs
You can never go wrong with this classic dish for brunch, which will start your Father’s Day celebration off right. Feel free to customize this Food Network recipe to suit Dad’s taste, cooking the eggs to order, adding hash browns, and buttering up crusty slices of artisan bread.
Fried Chicken Biscuits with Honey
This may look like another breakfast dish, but it’s actually an anytime meal, boasting the flavors of down-home cooking without all the fuss and mess. Kitchn recommends a double dredge for the fried chicken, which creates a thicker coating and makes the cutlets extra crispy by just frying in shallow oil. Whip up a batch of homemade biscuits the night before, or, better yet, save some time with refrigerator biscuits from the grocery.
Harissa-Roasted Eggplant with Fried Capers
This swanky vegetarian dish from Bon Appétit will make Dad feel like he’s getting the five-star treatment. The umami bomb of flavor from the capers brings the wow factor to this sweet-and-savory plate, so don’t skimp on them. Then you add fresh herbs like mint and dill for even more freshness.
Whiskey Barrel Burgers
Better Homes & Gardens offers the perfect upgrade to your usual backyard cookout. These beef and pork burgers melt in your mouth with a delicious cheddar-whiskey filling. Best of all, you can make the patties the day before and refrigerate until you’re ready to fire up the grill.
Bourbon Barbecue Chicken Tacos
Add some kick to festive tacos for Dad with this recipe from Taste of Home. A little bourbon goes a long way in this dish, taking it from a routine weeknight dinner to a special-occasion entrée. If you want a low-carb option, skip the tortillas and use lettuce wraps instead. To bring even more balance to the sauce, add an extra tablespoon of bourbon after the chicken cooks. And to bring even more fun to the table, pair this with Dad’s favorite bourbon cocktail!
Mini Lobster Rolls
The mere mention of the word “lobster” says celebration, doesn’t it? And with this recipe from PureWow, Dad will feel the love. Ready in less than 25 minutes, these impressive bites are easy to put together. It’s all about balance, and the miniature buns deliver the perfect ratio of claw meat to toasted buttery bread. This is decadent but not fussy, making it the perfect elevated snack for Father’s Day.
Chocolate-Covered Bacon Bites
Everything is better with bacon. And chocolate! Treat your dad to dessert this Father’s Day with a match made in heaven: chocolate-covered bacon. This otherworldly blend of salty and sweet from Cooking Classy is great as a stand-alone dessert or as part of a brunch buffet. And the topping combinations are endless: chopped pistachios, almonds, peanuts, orange zest, toffee bits, sea salt, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, toasted coconut—take your pick!
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