25 Father’s Day Recipes Dad Will Love

A collection of recipes that are my go-to for Father’s Day or for any summer gathering with my family and friends. These are my tried-and-true – the ones I come back to year after year because they’re fresh and flavorful without a ton of effort. Hope you love them, too!

Cooking Something For Dad

This Father’s Day, forget the ties, mugs, and gadgets and celebrate Dad with what he really wants: really good food. I like to keep it ultra simple for our gathering, which typically involves a few hearty mains made in the BBQ, some easy but delicious sides, and a few sweet treats.

So whether the dad in your life is happiest standing by the grill with tongs in hand or relaxing while someone else does the cooking, these recipes are perfect for making him feel extra special. Pick a few favorites, gather everyone around the table, and make this Father’s Day one to remember.

Our Family’s Favorite Father’s Day Recipes

1

Shish Kebob Recipe

This Shish Kebob recipe features perfectly-tender morsels of marinated beef paired with a colourful array of crisp vegetables. Here you will find a step-by-step guide to effortlessly create fast and versatile grilled shish kebobs that will leave your family and guests raving.

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2

BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs

These BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs are a favorite in our house! Chicken pieces are slathered with a perfectly balanced tangy and sticky-sweet BBQ sauce, then grilled until juicy, tender and covered in caramelized bits. Simple and oh-so-satisfying.

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3

Sweet and Sticky Grilled Drumsticks

Slightly smoky with beautiful grill marks and bursting with flavour, these Sweet and Sticky Grilled Drumsticks guarantee deliciousness. Be prepared to have everyone asking for the recipe. If you are grill-free, you can bake the drumsticks in the oven (recipe included in notes).

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4

Chicken Street Tacos

These Chicken Street Tacos will become your new favorite when the taco craving hits. Fluffy corn tortillas are filled with flavorful crispy chicken bits and a simple onion and cilantro topping. So good, you will not be able to stop eating them. Best of all, they come together easily and quickly to make a fabulous weeknight meal the whole family will love.

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5

Chicken Spiedini with Lemon Butter Sauce

This easy Chicken Spiedini recipe features skewered chicken cubes that have marinated in wine, lemon juice and olive oil before getting coated with Italian seasoned breadcrumbs. Grilled until crispy on the outside, the chicken remains juicy and tender on the inside. Finished with a succulent lemon-butter sauce, these chicken skewers will delight adults and children alike!

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6

Grilled Chicken Caprese

Simple to prepare and bursting with bright, fresh flavors, this Grilled Chicken Caprese will be the highlight of your outdoor summer cooking. Tender chicken breasts are marinated, grilled to perfection, and finished with a layer of pesto, creamy mozzarella, and ripe tomato slices.  Start to finish, it comes together in less than 35 minutes – perfectly simple, delicious and looks gorgeous, too!

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7

Thai-Inspired Steak Salad

This Thai-Inspired Steak Salad makes a light yet satisfying dinner that is perfect for hot summer days. The steak is marinated in a robust sweet-salty mixture, then grilled, sliced, and tossed with tender lettuce, crunchy veggies and vibrant herbs. The result is a mouthwatering, one-platter meal that couldn't be easier to make.

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8

Grilled Chimichurri Chicken

Slathered with a garlicky, herby sauce this Grilled Chimichurri chicken is an explosion of flavours in every bite. A healthy and vibrant dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal, or for your next large backyard gathering. 

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9

Turkey Zucchini Burgers

These Turkey Zucchini Burgers are juicy, flavorful and just so incredibly good. They're also packed with vegetables and topped with a lettuce and burger sauce combination that takes them to the next level. This recipe includes instructions and plenty of tips for grilling the burgers, or cooking them in a skillet on the stovetop.

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10

Easy Jamaican Jerk Chicken

Spicy, smoky and enticingly fragrant, this easy Jamaican Jerk Chicken is an explosion of flavors in every bite. A fresh and summery Caribbean dish that is perfect for all your cookouts with friends and family.

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11

Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken (Or Slow Cooker)

Savoury, slightly sweet and tangy, this Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken is full of complex flavours even though it is incredibly easy to make. Perfect for busy weeknights or to serve a crowd. 

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12

Eggplant and Fresh Tomato Pasta

Roasted eggplant and a fresh tomato sauce come together in this hearty vegetarian pasta. It riffs on the classic Sicilian Pasta alla Norma, that iconic Italian pasta dish which elevates the humble eggplant to be the star of the show. Pure and simple, this delicious pasta dish will not disappoint.

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13

Mango Pico de Gallo

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14

Italian Pasta Salad

Exquisitely flavourful and satisfying, this Italian Pasta Salad is loaded with cheese, veggies, salami and an easy-to-make homemade Italian dressing. Perfect for summer picnic, backyard cookouts, BBQs and potlucks!

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15

Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

This Tik Tok-inspired Smashed Potato Salad features crispy smashed potatoes, red onions, pickles, cucumbers, and fresh herbs. Doused with a tangy, creamy tzatziki-inspired dressing, this potato salad is as delightful and delicious as it sounds. The ultimate side dish for all your summer BBQs, cookouts, or family weeknight dinners. Make it once and you'll immediately understand why it went viral.

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16

Puerto Rican Potato Salad (Ensalada de Papas)

This Puerto Rican Potato Salad will ruin you for all other potato salads! It’s a tangy upgrade to the classic, packed with bold savory flavor from olives, pimientos, mustard, vinegar, and hard-boiled eggs. A chopped apple adds the perfect hint of sweetness and crunch, making this crowd-pleasing ensalada de papa ideal for holidays, cookouts, and family gatherings.

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17

Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad

If you only make one pasta salad this summer, let it be this Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad. It has everything you love about a classic Caesar salad — crisp romaine, homemade crunchy croutons, creamy homemade dressing, and plenty of Parmesan — but made into a complete meal with the addition of pasta and irresistibly juicy chicken. The pasta is divine tossed with the thick, lush Caesar dressing which also doubles as a marinade for the chicken, creating flavorful, tender bites with a crispy, savory coating. Best of all, the components can be prepared in advance and assembled at the last minute, making it perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.

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18

Cucumber Avocado Salad with Chickpeas and Feta

This Mediterranean-inspired salad combines crunchy cucumbers, creamy avocado, and fibre-rich chickpeas with a zesty lime dressing for a dish that feels like summer on a plate. A pinch of Aleppo pepper brings a warm, fruity depth that takes the flavors to the next level. You'll love the contrast of creamy and crisp textures, along with bright pops of red onion and fresh herbs in every bite. Best of all, you can throw together this gorgeous salad in 20 minutes or less!

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19

Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad

Full of texture and smoky flavors, this Grilled Corn and Zucchini salad with feta, basil, and red onions will taste like summer in every bite. A perfect make-ahead salad to enjoy throughout the week!

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20

Carrot Salad with Crispy Quinoa

Filled with flavors and textures—from sweet to savory and crisp to creamy—this Carrot Salad with Crispy Quinoa is deliciously complex, rich in protein and fiber, and make-ahead friendly.

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21

Arugula Pasta Salad with White Beans and Crispy Shallots

Every summer I like coming up with a pasta salad that I know will be a sure hit at every cookout. This Arugula Pasta Salad with White Beans and Crispy Shallots is undoubtedly the one I will be making on repeat. Tossed in a tangy lemon dressing with freshly grated parmesan cheese and toasted walnuts, it's not only a feast for the eyes, it's nutritious, comes together in no time, and packs a flavorful punch.

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22

Tuscan Bean Salad

A gorgeous Tuscan Bean Salad with barley, sun-dried tomatoes and a light pesto dressing that adds loads of fresh, vibrant flavors. Enjoy it as a light meal or as a side to anything grilled or roasted!

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23

Perfect Baked Potato

Make the Best Baked Potato in the oven with all of my foolproof tips and tricks. It will have perfectly crispy skin with a creamy and fluffy interior, every single time. 

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24

Fresh Strawberry Yogurt Cake

This Fresh strawberry yogurt cake allows seasonal fruit to be the star of the show. Simple and fabulous, enjoy it as a snacking cake, or as an after-dinner dessert. 

In-season, fresh strawberries are needed for this cake. As the plump strawberries cook in the oven, their sweetness intensifies and the juices they release moisten the cake throughout. Truly a beautiful thing that cannot be accomplished with frozen, or out-of-season flavourless strawberries.

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25

Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

This syrupy Blueberry Cobbler is crowned with buttery rich biscuits that are moist and tender on the bottom with a crunchy crispy crust. A quick and foolproof dessert that is bursting with summer flavours.

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