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Easy & Impressive Entertaining Recipes

Hosting should be fun, not stressful, and these recipes are here to make that happen. Whether you're planning a cozy dinner with friends, a lively game day party, or a holiday gathering with the whole crew, this collection is packed with crowd-pleasing dishes designed to impress without the fuss.

Some standout favorites? Try the ultra-creamy Macaroni and Cheese, bold Butter Chicken Hot Wings, or crispy Chicken Schnitzel Sliders-they're always a hit!

Entertaining Recipes by Category

  • Game Day Favorites
  • Soups and Side Dishes
  • Delicious Dessert Ideas

Appetizers and Party Dishes to Kick Things Off

Start strong with shareable, snackable recipes that keep guests happy while the main event is cooking.

  • Chorizo Cheese Dip
    Chorizo Cheese Dip
  • Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Dip
    Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Dip
  • Sweet Heat Mango Salsa
    Sweet Heat Mango Salsa
  • Carolina Red Sauced Hot Wings
    Carolina Red Sauce Hot Wings
  • Fire-Roasted Blowtorch Salsa
    Fire-Roasted Blowtorch Salsa
  • Butter Chicken Hot Wings With Yogurt Raita
    Butter Chicken Hot Wings with Yogurt Raita
  • French Onion Pull Apart Bread
    French Onion Pull Apart Bread
  • Down South Pimento Cheese
    Down South Pimento Cheese

Main Dishes for a Crowd

Serve up bold flavors and satisfying portions with these mains made for entertaining.

  • Homemade Overnight Lasagna
    Homemade Overnight Lasagna
  • Smoked Pulled Beef (Poor Man's Brisket)
    Smoked Pulled Beef (Poor Man's Brisket)
  • A bowl of Beef and Chorizo chili on a wooden cutting board.
    Beef and Chorizo Chili
  • Carnitas Street Tacos
    Carnitas Street Tacos
  • A plate of chicken thigh enchiladas on a wooden table topped with homemade red enchilada sauce, and melty cheese.
    Chicken Thigh Enchiladas (With Homemade Sauce)
  • Chorizo Inspired Chili Con Carne
    Chorizo Inspired Chili Con Carne
  • Homemade Spaghetti and Meatballs - featured image.
    Homemade Spaghetti and Meatballs
  • A white plate with chicken schnitzel topped with lemon cream sauce and fresh parsley.
    Chicken Schnitzel with Lemon Cream Sauce
See more Main Course Recipes →

Showstopper Soups & Side Dish Recipes

Every great gathering needs a few standout side dishes. These flavorful soups and satisfying sides are the perfect way to round out your table-and keep guests coming back for seconds.

  • Rustic Zuppa Toscana
    Rustic Zuppa Toscana
  • Roasted Carrots with Mustard Sauce
    Roasted Carrots with Mustard Sauce
  • Braised Chicken Tortilla Soup
    Braised Chicken Tortilla Soup
  • Diner Inspired Macaroni and Cheese
    Diner Inspired Macaroni and Cheese
  • Roasted butternut squash soup featured image
    Roasted Butternut Squash Soup (With Sage Brown Butter)
  • roasted-potato-salad-with-stone-ground-musard-dressing-featured-image
    Roasted Potato Salad with Stone Ground Mustard Dressing
  • Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes
    Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes
  • A bowl of potato leek soup garnished with crispy bacon, shredded Gouda, and fresh chives.
    Potato Leek Soup (With Bacon)
  • Thyme-Infused Mashed Potatoes
    Thyme-Infused Mashed Potatoes
See more Soups and Side Dishes →

Desserts That Satisfy

End on a high note with sweet treats that leave a lasting impression.

  • Mini Key Lime Pies
    Mini Key Lime Pies
  • Kolaczki Cookies
    Kolaczki Cookies
  • The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
    The Best Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Double Stuffed Cookies and Cream Cookies
    Oreo Chocolate Chip Cookies
See more Delicious Dessert Ideas →

More Entertaining-Worthy Recipes to Try

Hungry for even more ideas? The collection of recipes below has you covered from flavorful mains to unique side dishes; there's something here to surprise and delight your guests.

  • One pot chicken and creamy shiitake risotto - featured image.
    One Pot Chicken with Creamy Shiitake Risotto
  • Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches with Blue Cheese Slaw.
    Fried Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
  • Perfect Brownies From Scratch
    Perfect Brownies From Scratch
  • Chai Spiced Cinnamon Rolls
    Chai-Spiced Cinnamon Rolls
  • Ultimate Homemade Hamburger Buns
    Ultimate Homemade Hamburger Buns
  • Double-double animal style smash burger
    Double-Double Animal Style Smash Burgers
  • Coffee Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri Sauce
    Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri Sauce
  • Homemade Cheesy Bread
    Homemade Cheesy Bread
  • Flourless German Chocolate Cake
    Flourless German Chocolate Cake
  • Chicken Schnitzel Sliders with Creamy Mustard Sauce and Green Apple Slaw
    Chicken Schnitzel Sliders with Slaw and Creamy Mustard
  • Holiday Wassail
    Holiday Wassail
  • Sausage Apple Sage Stuffing
    Sausage Apple Sage Stuffing
  • Green Bean Casserole with Homemade Mushroom Gravy
    Green Bean Casserole with Mixed Mushroom Gravy
  • Simple Orange Cranberry Sauce
    Orange Cranberry Sauce
  • Vanilla Ginger Snap Cheesecake
    Ginger Snap Vanilla Cheesecake
  • Dry Rubbed Chicken Wings
    Dry-Rubbed Chicken Wings
  • Carolina Red Wing Sauce
    Carolina Red Wing Sauce
  • Quick and Easy Sloppy Joe
    Quick and Easy Sloppy Joes
  • Honey Jalapeno Cornbread
    Honey Jalapeno Cornbread
  • Buttermilk Biscuits
    Buttermilk Biscuits
  • Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes
    Mini Strawberry Cheesecakes
  • A hand holding a smash burger with onion and jalapeño, topped with pickled okra burger sauce.
    Smash Burger Recipe
  • Caprese Pasta Salad with Olives
    Caprese Pasta Salad with Olives
  • Focaccia Muffuletta
    Focaccia Muffuletta
  • Barbecue chicken sliders
    Barbecue Chicken Sliders
  • Bacon and Leek Quiche
    Bacon and Leek Quiche
  • Blueberry and Lemon Poptart with Royal Icing
    Blueberry and Lemon Poptarts
  • German potato salad
    German Potato Salad
  • Crispy Beef Birria Tacos
    Crispy Beef Birria Tacos
  • Birria Nachos
    Loaded Birria Nachos
  • Simple Corn Salsa
    Simple Corn Salsa (Chipotle Copy)
  • Coffee Cake Crumble
    Coffee Cake Crumble
  • Easy Spinach Artichoke Dip
    Easy Spinach Artichoke Dip
  • Crunchy Pepper Slaw
    Crunchy Pepper Slaw
  • Sparkling Honey Ginger and Pear Cocktail
    Sparkling Honey Pear and Ginger Cocktail
  • Classic Margarita
    Classic Margarita
  • Restaurant Style Cheese Dip
    Restaurant Style Cheese Dip
  • Baked meatball sub sandwiches with homemade marinara and melty cheese on a tray.
    Baked Meatball Sub Sandwiches

Hi, I'm Spencer—so glad you’re here!

I started The Kitchen Coalition after more than a decade of digging deep into home cooking—testing recipes, refining techniques, and chasing the kind of flavor that makes people pause mid-bite.

This site is all about helping you become a more confident cook with dishes that are bold, approachable, and built to work in everyday home kitchens. Inspired by everything from weeknight pizza experiments to Sunday pot roasts, these recipes are grounded in flavor and fueled by curiosity.

If you’re ready to cook smarter, eat better, and maybe pick up a few pro tips along the way—you’re in the right place.

Let’s get cooking!

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Fall Favorites

  • Air Fryer Parmesan Garlic Chips
    Air Fryer Parmesan Garlic Chips
  • Chewy and Crunchy Granola
    Perfectly Crunchy and Chewy Granola
  • Celery Seed Vinaigrette
    Celery Seed Vinaigrette
  • Savory-Sweet Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing
    Savory-Sweet Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing
  • Easy chorizo breakfast burritos
    Easy Chorizo Breakfast Burritos
  • Italian Herb and Cheese Bread for sub rolls cooling on a wire rack on a marble counter.
    Italian Herb and Cheese Bread (Sub Rolls)

Popular Recipes

  • Freshly baked handmade sub rolls cooling on a wire rack.
    Handmade Sub Rolls
  • Beef Tallow Flour Tortillas
    Beef Tallow Flour Tortillas
  • A fork serving up Quick Bread and Butter Pickles with a stone backdrop.
    Quick Bread and Butter Pickles
  • A hand holding a smash burger with onion and jalapeño, topped with pickled okra burger sauce.
    Smash Burger Recipe
  • Mini Key Lime Pies
    Mini Key Lime Pies
  • Breakfast Strata with Sausage
    Breakfast Strata with Sausage

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