Throwing a party is a great way to share special occasions with friends and family. While the decor and music establish the tone, it is the food that truly elevates the experience.
In this article, we’ll look at a range of delectable dishes and snacks that you may make to make your party memorable.
Things To Make For A Party Food
1. Chicken Parmesan Slider Bake
Sliders are the perfect finger snack for any get-together, and this tasty chicken Parmesan version will not disappoint.
Ingredients
- frozen breaded chicken tenders 24 oz.
- 1 pound (12 ounces) Hawaiian-style sweet rolls
- 1 jar (24 ounces) provolone cheese, 14 slices the marinara sauce
Topping
- 1/2 cup cubed butter
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, minced
Directions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook the chicken tenders according to the package instructions.
Meanwhile, cut the rolls horizontally in half without separating them; lay the bottoms in a greased 13×9-inch baking dish.
Spread 8 cheese slices over the bottoms of the rolls, overlapping as needed. Bake for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Layer half of the sauce on the rolls, followed by the chicken tenders, the remaining sauce, and the remaining 6 cheese pieces. Replace the top halves of the rolls.
Microwave butter, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder, covered, on high for 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until butter has melted.
Pour over the buns and top with Parmesan cheese. 20-25 minutes, uncovered, until golden brown and heated thoroughly. Before serving, sprinkle with basil.
2. Best Deviled Eggs
Herbs add incredible flavor to these deviled eggs, which are definitely the best you can prepare! The dish contains delectable variations with bacon, chipotle peppers, and crab.
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise, 1/2 cup
- 2 tbsp of 2% milk
- 1 teaspoon flakes dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1/2 teaspoon chives, minced
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- a quarter teaspoon of salt
- a quarter teaspoon paprika
- a quarter teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 big hard-boiled eggs
- fresh parsley, minced, and more paprika
Directions
In a small bowl, mix together the first ten items. Take out the egg yolks and set the egg whites away.
In a separate basin, mash the yolks; add to the mayonnaise mixture, stirring thoroughly. Filling should be spooned or piped into egg whites.
Sprinkle with parsley and paprika to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Potato Skins With Bacon And Cheddar
Do you want to know how to make delicious potato skins? This restaurant-quality snack, which is both crisp and hearty, is frequently requested by my family.
Ingredients
- 4 big cooked oven potatoes
- 3 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- a quarter teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 cooked and crumbled bacon strips
- 1 pound shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup soured cream
- 4 sliced green onions
Directions
Preheat the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop off the pulp after cutting the potatoes in half lengthwise, leaving a 1/4-inch shell (keep the pulp for another use).
Butter a baking pan and place the potato skins on it. Mix the oil with the next five components and apply to both sides of the skin.
Bake for 7 minutes on each side, or until crisp. Fill the skins with bacon and cheddar cheese.
Bake for another 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Sour cream and onions on top. Serve right away.
4. Baked Chicken Wings
These wings are so crispy, you won’t believe they’re not fried! To feed a big group, double or quadruple the recipe. Make these the day before and reheat in a 400°F oven for 10-15 minutes.
Don’t forget to serve them with Beth’s Comeback Sauce or Easy Buffalo Sauce for a mouthwatering appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- a quarter teaspoon onion powder
- Cayenne pepper, 1/8 teaspoon
- a quarter teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon of frying oil
- 2.5 pound bag of chicken wings or drumettes
Directions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Combine the cornstarch, paprika, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, pepper, and salt in a small bowl.
Place the wings in a basin after patting them dry. Drizzle the cooking oil over the top, then toss to coat the wings. Toss in the cornstarch-seasoning mixture once more to coat.
To make cleanup easier, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set wire cooling racks on top. Place the seasoned chicken wings on the wire racks, leaving space between them.
Bake the wings for 30 minutes, then rotate and bake for another 20-25 minutes, or until the appropriate level of browning is obtained (depending on the size of the wings).
Serve immediately with your favorite sauce!
5. Cowboy Caviar
This is one of those appetizers that people swoon over and devour. It’s a simple to set together and looks stunning on your table.
Plus, it tastes much better the next day because the flavors have time to develop. Serve with a large bowl of corn chips!
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime, fresh (2 tablespoons juice)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- for 1/2 teaspoon chile powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- for 1/2 teaspoon sugar
Salad
- 1 can (15 oz.) black beans
- 1 can (15 oz.) black-eyed peas1 colored bell pepper
- 2 Roma tomatoes
- 1 jalapeo
- a quarter red onion
- a quarter bunch fresh cilantro
Directions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and sugar.
In a colander, rinse and drain both cans of beans. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl once they’ve been well drained.
Dice the bell pepper, tomatoes, jalapeo, and red onion finely. Try to dice the vegetables into nearly the same size pieces as the beans.
Remove the seeds from the jalapeo before dicing for a milder salad. Chop the cilantro coarsely.
Combine the chopped vegetables with the beans in a mixing dish. Toss the salad in the dressing until evenly coated. Keep cold until ready to serve, or enjoy right away.
A party requires thorough planning, and the food you serve may make or break the event. You can build a party menu that caters to varied preferences and ensures everyone has a wonderful time by adding a variety of appetizers, finger foods, main courses, sweet desserts, and unique drinks.
So, roll up your sleeves, head to the kitchen, and prepare to throw a party that your guests will remember for years to come.
Thanks for reading. I hope you find it helpful.
