65+ Best Father’s Day Recipes

Father's Day recipes for any meal of the day, breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and dessert!

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When it comes to Father’s Day, I like to keep things simple so I can spend more time with the hubs and kids, but at the same time, I do still want to make it feel special. For us, that usually means good food. Whether it’s a slow morning with a big brunch, grilling in the backyard, or making one of his favorite dinners after a fun day out with the kids.

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65 Father’s Day Recipes

Below you will find a list of 65 Father’s Day recipes (a lot of my husband’s favs!) to cover pretty much anything you’ve got planned meal-wise: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a few desserts if you’ve got room.

Father’s Day Recipes Breakfast & Brunch Ideas

Veggie omelette stuffed with red onions, peppers, mushrooms, spinach and cheese
Breakfast

Veggie Omelet

This veggie omelet is a delicious and filling breakfast made with eggs and stuffed with vegetables and shredded cheese – easy & versatile!
 
20 minutes
5 from 157 votes
Large white plate with two huevos rancheros topped with sunny up eggs and garnished with lie wedges.
Breakfast

Huevos Rancheros

This Mexican-inspired Huevos Rancheros recipe makes for the perfect weekend breakfast or brunch recipe – Full of Mexican flavors and fresh ingredients.
 
33 minutes
5 from 13 votes
Loaded Breakfast Sweet Potatoes.
Breakfast, Brunch

Sweet Potato Breakfast Recipe

This sweet potato breakfast recipe uses whole, baked sweet potatoes cut open and stuffed with scrambled eggs, salsa, and avocado, topped with sour cream!
 
50 minutes
5 from 22 votes
Large plate of souffle omelette topped with avocados and parsley
Breakfast

Souffle Omelette

This Souffle Omelette is a light & fluffy take on traditional omelette. It’s made by separating the egg whites from the yolk and customizable with toppings
 
12 minutes
5 from 55 votes
Mediterranean Egg wrap.
Breakfast, Sandwich

Mediterranean Egg Wrap

This Mediterranean Egg Wrap is a breakfast sandwich that is packed with protein, color and incredible flavor- perfect for on-the-go mornings!
 
10 minutes
5 from 54 votes
Smoked salmon bagel sandwich topped with cucumbers, capers and onions
Breakfast, Brunch, Sandwich

Smoked Salmon Bagel

Quick and easy to make this cream cheese and smoked salmon bagel is the perfect brunch recipe. Full of fresh flavors, every bite is delicious!
 
10 minutes
5 from 662 votes
Two tex mex breakfast bowls
Breakfast

Tex Mex Breakfast Bowl

This Tex Mex Breakfast Bowl is a delicious, easy, protein-packed meal with a spicy Southwestern sweet and smoky taste and topped with fresh salsa and avocados.
 
30 minutes
5 from 4 votes
Bowl of savory oatmeal topped with spinach, mushrooms, shallows, and a fried egg
Breakfast, Brunch

Savory Oatmeal with Egg

Get your day off to a good start with this healthy savory oatmeal and egg breakfast. Easy to make, deliciously creamy and easily customizable
 
25 minutes
5 from 80 votes
Banana pancakes recipe.
Breakfast

Fluffy Banana Pancakes

Fluffy banana pancakes are easy to make, naturally sweet & make the best freezer-friendly pancakes. If you love homemade pancakes this recipe is for you!
 
15 minutes
5 from 3959 votes
Angle shot of stuffed french toast showing the cream cheese filling with maple syrup pouring on top
Breakfast

Strawberry Stuffed French Toast

Strawberry Stuffed French Toast is a fun breakfast or brunch idea for Valentine's Day made with brioche bread, cream cheese and strawberries!
 
20 minutes
5 from 239 votes
Mediterranean Frittata in a cast iron skillet topped with sundried tomatoes, feta cheese and parsley
Breakfast

Mediterranean Frittata

Switch up brunch from an ordinary omelette and try this Mediterranean Frittata made with spinach, feta & tomatoes – perfectly seasoned and quickly prepared!
 
15 minutes
5 from 175 votes
Shakshuka with Feta served with bread and cilantro in a cast iron skillet
Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner

Shakshuka with Feta

Shakshuka with Feta is a one skillet meal like eggs in purgatory. Eggs are poached in a spiced tomato sauce with caramelized onions and sprinkled with feta!
 
52 minutes
5 from 412 votes
Broccoli cheese quiche recipe.
Breakfast, Brunch, Main Course

Broccoli and Cheese Quiche Recipe

This Broccoli and Cheese Quiche recipe is easy to make with a premade pie crust; just chop the broccoli finely mix with the eggs and cheese, and bake.
 
1 hour 20 minutes
5 from 935 votes
Sweet Potato Hash with Kale.
Breakfast, Brunch

Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash Recipe

This easy sweet potato breakfast hash is made with a large sweet potato, fresh kale, and eggs. It cooks in one skillet on the stove.
 
35 minutes
5 from 14 votes
top down shot of crustless quiche with slice taken out
Main Course

Crustless Quiche

This easy to make quiche is perfect for make ahead and freezer meals. Full of fresh veggies, this crustless quiche is vegetarian, gluten-free and low carb.
 
50 minutes
5 from 134 votes
The finished vegetable frittata in a cast iron pan
Breakfast

Vegetable Frittata Recipe

Vegetable frittata is a great way to use up leftover vegetables to make an easy inexpensive vegetarian meal that works for breakfast, lunch or even dinner. 
 
25 minutes
5 from 428 votes
Final Vegetarian Egg Boat, sliced and garnished with sliced tomatoes
Breakfast

Vegetarian Egg Boat

Vegetarian Egg Boat is the ultimate breakfast for a crowd. Prep the vegetables and whisk the eggs in advance, then bake when ready for a hearty yummy meal
 
40 minutes
5 from 11 votes
Pita dipping into ful medames bowl surrounded by vegetables
Breakfast

Ful Medames

Ful Medames is a popular Middle Eastern breakfast recipe that's made with cooked fava beans and cumin, then topped with a garlicky, lemon olive oil sauce!
 
30 minutes
5 from 601 votes

Father’s Day Recipe Lunch Ideas.

Avocado chicken salad recipe.
Sandwiches

Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe

This Avocado Chicken Salad is made with mashed and chunked avocado with shredded chicken, celery, green onions, and a lemon, cilantro seasoning.
 
10 minutes
5 from 98 votes
Main Course

Healthy Tuna Salad

This recipe for Healthy Tuna Salad is lightened up by using greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise; it has less calories and less fat, but is still so flavorful
 
15 minutes
5 from 3353 votes
Chicken pesto panini recipe.
Sandwich

Chicken Pesto Panini Recipe

Fresh pesto, tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and chicken pressed between sourdough bread to make a chicken pesto panini. You can make this recipe even if you don't have a press!
 
20 minutes
5 from 50 votes
Plate of three pitas stuffed with roasted cauliflower served with lemon wedges.
Main Course

Vegan Cauliflower Pita Sandwiches

Vegan pita sandwich filled with roasted cauliflower generously seasoned with bright Mediterranean spices, fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and tahini!
 
45 minutes
5 from 37 votes
Lebanese meat stuffed pita triangles served on a white platter with a small bowl of yogurt and parsley for garnish
Appetizer, Main Course

Meat Stuffed Pitas (Arayes)

Quick and easy to make, these Lebanese meat stuffed pitas are one delicious recipe! These beef arayes are ready to enjoy in minutes and every bite is truly tasty!
 
15 minutes
5 from 264 votes
Grilled Chicken broccoli wraps with cheese
Sandwich

Grilled Chicken Broccoli Wraps

These Grilled Chicken Broccoli Wraps are made with only a few ingredients and wrapped in whole wheat tortillas. They're cheesy, easy-to-make & so flavorful!
 
30 minutes
5 from 123 votes
Avocado egg salad recipe.
Lunch, Sandwiches

Avocado Egg Salad Recipe

Avocado Egg Salad made with avocado and Greek yogurt instead of mayo – great in sandwiches or straight from the bowl!
 
22 minutes
5 from 61 votes
Entree

Grilled Fish Taco Recipe

Grilled Fish Tacos made with marinated white fish that cooks for about 10 minutes on the grill and is served in corn tortillas with an easy homemade slaw.
 
30 minutes
5 from 19 votes
Closeup of a chicken parm sandwich on a small white plate with a side salad.
Sandwiches

Chicken Parm Sandwich

These Chicken Parm Sandwiches have crispy, delicious chicken topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese on a ciabatta roll.
 
25 minutes
4 from 1 vote

Grilled Recipes for Dad

Sliced flank steak on a plate with grilled veggies.
Dinner, Entree, Main Dish

Grilled Flank Steak

Grilled flank steak is marinated and cooked whole for a delicious recipe that's easy to make and perfect for feeding the entire family!
 
1 hour 20 minutes
No ratings yet
Plate of grilled vegetables thumbnail.
Side, Side Dish

Grilled Vegetables

This grilled vegetable platter is a quick and easy way to make a delicious side dish perfect for sunny days and BBQs!
 
45 minutes
No ratings yet
Grilled shrimp recipe.
Appetizer, Main Course

Grilled Shrimp

Grilled shrimp skewers are a great option to add to your grilling this summer. This recipe is easy to prep with a lemon and herb marinade and it cooks within a few minutes.
 
10 minutes
5 from 1230 votes
Cutting off mahi mahi fillet with mango avocado salsa on top
Main Course

Grilled Mahi Mahi with Avocado Salsa

Grilled mahi mahi is a quick and easy recipe that is loaded with flavor. Served with a fresh mango and avocado salsa, it's a great healthy family meal!
 
20 minutes
5 from 249 votes
West African beef kabobs recipe.
Dinner, Entree

West African Beef Kabobs (Suya)

West African Beef Kabobs are a popular Nigerian street food recipe also known as Suya. They are skewered juicy spicy meat made with a peanut butter sauce!
 
45 minutes
5 from 88 votes
Grilled chicken thighs on an oval platter with crispy skin garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Entree, Tutorial

Grilled Chicken Thighs

Learn how to grill chicken thighs like a pro! This bone-in skin-on marinated bbq chicken thigh recipe will have your mouth watering and guests asking for more!
 
40 minutes
5 from 4 votes
Grilled Shrimp Tacos.
Entree, Main Dish

Grilled Shrimp Taco Recipe

This grilled shrimp taco recipe is made with quick marinated shrimp and an easy red cabbage slaw. The shrimp cook in 10 minutes on the grill then you just make your tacos!
 
35 minutes
5 from 12 votes
Ground chicken burger recipe.
Main Course

Ground Chicken Burger Recipe

These Ground Chicken Burgers are made with a mixture of spices, fresh onion, and garlic, with just a little mayo to help keep the moisture. Cook on the stovetop for 5-6 minutes per side, and they are ready.
 
22 minutes
5 from 2969 votes
Shish tawook recipe on a platter with garlic sauce
Main Course

Shish Tawook

Try this Authentic Shish Tawook recipe – a popular Lebanese grilled chicken skewers recipe. It's tender juicy chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon and garlic.
 
28 minutes
5 from 2293 votes
Salmon kabobs with red onions and zucchini slices.
Entree, Main Dish

Salmon Kabobs

These salmon kabobs are marinated in a tangy mustard sauce and grilled with zucchini and onions. Perfect over a flame for summer grilling!
 
1 hour 5 minutes
5 from 10 votes

Father’s Day Dinner Ideas

Stovetop beef stew recipe.
Main Course

Easy Beef Stew

The easy Beef Stew is hearty, comforting and made in one pot. Full of tender flavorful beef and requires minimal prep, it makes for a delicious family meal!
 
1 hour 40 minutes
5 from 785 votes
Baking dish with stuffed peppers, topped with pine nuts adn parsley
Entree

Beef Stuffed Peppers

This Beef Stuffed Peppers recipe is a complete meal made w/ ground beef, rice, onions, tomato sauce & Mediterranean spices – an easy weeknight family dinner
 
1 hour 15 minutes
5 from 230 votes
Overhead shot of 4 cooked salmons on a large oval white plate over rice and garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.
Dinner, Main Dish

Blackened Salmon

Flavorful blackened salmon with crispy skin and a homemade blackening seasoning. Flaky, moist, and ready in under 20 minutes, you can't go wrong!
 
14 minutes
5 from 15 votes
Beef and broccoli stir fry.
Entree

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Beef and broccoli stir fry is a popular Asian recipe served over white rice. It's easy to make and so much better than take out!
 
35 minutes
5 from 30 votes
Close up shot of the Mediterranean Couscous in large white serving bowl with chopped parsley and lemon wedges off to side.
Entree

Mediterranean Couscous

A quick and easy summer recipe, this Mediterranean Couscous dish is made with shrimp, tomatoes, feta, olives and capers – it’s fresh, healthy & irresistible
 
22 minutes
5 from 216 votes
Sheet pan with steak fajita ingredients tossed together, garnished with fresh cilantro with a side of corn tortilla shells in an open foil pack.
Entree

Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas

Easy Sheet Pan Steak Beef Fajitas with bell peppers, and onions. Made in the oven in 12 minutes. Minimal cleaning & no fuss. An easy weeknight Tex-Mex dish!
 
22 minutes
5 from 362 votes
Lamb chops on large serving platter garnished with rosemary and lemon wedges.
Entree

Lamb Chops in Oven

Lamb chops in oven are so easy for dinner parties! You'll love my marinade—rosemary, garlic, olive oil, and just a hint of lemon.
 
1 hour 15 minutes
5 from 905 votes
Scallop Pasta.
Entree

Scallop Pasta

If you're never cooked scallops at home, try my simple scallop pasta recipe with step-by-step instructions to get restaurant-like browning in less than 30 minutes!
 
25 minutes
5 from 320 votes
Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken.
Main Course

Spinach Feta Stuffed Chicken Recipe

This spinach and feta stuffed chicken breast is super easy! Cut a slit in the chicken and fill with a mixture of feta, spinach, ricotta and seasonings. Then just pan-sear and finish in the oven.
 
40 minutes
5 from 280 votes
Sushi shrimp stack made with spicy mayo shrimp, avocado, cucumbers and rice
Main Course

Sushi Stack

This shrimp sushi stack is a deconstructed stack of yum! If you're a fan of California rolls or sushi in general you're sure to love this easy sushi recipe!
 
15 minutes
5 from 161 votes

Sides for Father’s Day

Platter with grilled potatoes garnished with parsley and spoon on side.
Side, Side Dish

Grilled Potatoes

Grilled baby potatoes are seasoned to perfection with a smoky finish. Crispy outside with a smooth and creamy inside these grilled potatoes make a great side!
 
30 minutes
5 from 115 votes
Simple green salad recipe.
Salad, Salads, Side

Simple Green Salad Recipe

This easy, simple green salad combines romaine and spinach with cucumbers, green onions, avocado, and radish. The homemade dressing has just four ingredients and is super simple to make.
 
15 minutes
No ratings yet
Grilled cauliflower recipe.
Entree, Side

Grilled Cauliflower Steak Recipe

Marinated cauliflower steaks are tossed on the grill and cook in about 15 minutes!
 
25 minutes
No ratings yet
Fondant melting potatoes in skillet.
Side, Side Dish

Fondant Melting Potatoes

Fondant melting potatoes have the most irresistible buttery, crispy exterior and a delicious custardy interior that simply melts in your mouth!
 
50 minutes
5 from 16 votes
Dandelion greens with crispy fried onions on top, garnished with lemon wedges.
Side, Side Dish

Dandelion Greens with Fried Onions

Middle Eastern Dandelion greens, called Hindbeh are cooked down and topped with crispy fried onions for an extra special touch!
 
45 minutes
5 from 2 votes
Persian rice Tahdig recipe.
Side Dish

Crispy Persian Rice Recipe

Tahdig is a crispy Persian basmati rice recipe that is infused with saffron and turmeric with a golden buttery crust. It's crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside!
 
50 minutes
5 from 413 votes
Sauteed green beans with garlic recipe.
Side Dish

Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic

Simply flavored with garlic and lemon, these green beans are an easy side dish that can go with any meal.
 
20 minutes
No ratings yet
Onion ring chips on a platter with a small dish of ranch in the center.
Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Crispy Onion Rings

Crispy Onion Rings are a viral TikTok recipe made with just 4-ingredients in 20 minutes. They're a fun appetizer to enjoy with ranch dip or even as a sandwich or burger topping
 
35 minutes
5 from 1 vote
Zaatar fries recipe.
Side, Side Dish

Za’atar Fries

This simple recipe for crispy oven baked za'atar fries is full of flavor and so easy to make with just four ingredients!
 
1 hour 25 minutes
No ratings yet
Easy soft pretzel recipe.
Snack

Easy Soft Pretzels

Easy Soft Pretzels are soft, chewy and served with a tangy mustard dipping sauce. Follow my step-by-step instructions for the best homemade pretzels!
 
1 hour 5 minutes
5 from 1 vote

Father’s Day Desserts

Vegan chocolate mug cake topped with strawberries
Dessert

Chocolate Mug Cake

Ready to enjoy in minutes, this chocolate mug cake is so rich and moist. With added chocolate chips, it's a chocolate lovers dream!
 
7 minutes
5 from 64 votes
Peach crisp recipe.
Dessert

Peach Crisp Recipe

For an easy summer dessert, try this Peach Crisp made with fresh ripe peaches and a crisp streusel topping. It's great topped with ice cream!
 
50 minutes
5 from 281 votes
3 strawberry oat bars stacked on top of each other with large strawberry in front
Dessert, Snack

Strawberry Oat Bars

Simple to make, these strawberry oat bars are all kinds of tasty! Made with fresh strawberries, they are a perfect treat to make this summer!
 
1 hour
5 from 323 votes
Two glasses filled with layered banana pudding parfaits.
Dessert

Banana Pudding Cups

Easy Banana pudding cups made with a homemade, 6 ingredient banana pudding that is then layered in cup with vanilla wafers, fresh bananas and whipped cream.
 
2 hours 15 minutes
5 from 31 votes
Two waffle cones with almond joy ice cream scoops on top
Dessert

Almond Joy Ice Cream

Almond Joy Ice Cream is a vegan recipe that's made with a few simple ingredients in a blender or food processor. No churning or fancy ingredients necessary!
 
4 hours 10 minutes
5 from 50 votes
No bake cookie dough bars stacked on top of each other and top one bite taken out of it
Dessert
These easy vegan No Bake Cookie Dough Bars taste like real deal cookie dough with a hint of peanut butter – a gluten-free, dairy-free and delicious treat!
 
10 minutes
4.9 from 65 votes
Lebanese kanafa cut into squares on a round dish
Dessert

Lebanese Homemade Knafeh

This Homemade Lebanese Knafeh is a simplified version of the Middle Eastern dessert made with layered shredded dough and mozzarella cheese soaked with syrup
 
40 minutes
5 from 253 votes
Pistachio cake recipe.
Dessert

Pistachio Cake Recipe

This pistachio cake is made with real pistachios and has a beautiful green color without the addition of food coloring. Topped with a homemade cream cheese icing.
 
50 minutes
5 from 39 votes
Dubai chocolate strawberries recipe.
Dessert

Dubai Chocolate Strawberries

Dubai chocolate strawberries are a must-have viral treat made with fresh strawberries, pistachio butter and melted chocolate layered in a cup.
 
28 minutes
5 from 2 votes

How to Plan a Menu for Father’s Day

  • Figure out how many people you will be cooking for. This will help you determine how much food you need to make.
  • Decide if you’ll be making breakfast, lunch, and dinner or just doing one large family meal. If you’re having a family meal, will it be buffet style or sit-down?
  • Figure out the recipes you’ll use. Based on how many people and what type of meal, start thinking about what recipes you want to include. I always like to have a few main dishes and then a few sides and desserts. This gives everyone plenty of options to choose from.
  • Include protein-forward meals. Unless the fathers on your guest list are vegetarian, make sure to have lots of hearty protein options like steak, chicken kabobs, and shrimp skewers to keep them satisfied and energized.

How to Keep Food Warm

  • Oven: As long as you’re not cooking anything in the oven, you can set it to 200°F and store dishes in there to keep them warm.
  • Aluminum Foil: If your oven is not free, you can simply use aluminum foil, which has reflective properties that protect the food from light and oxygen. The foil reflects the thermal energy back to the food which maintains the moisture, flavor and texture.
  • Crock Pots and Instant Pots: Think of recipes that can be made in your crock pot or instant pot that will keep warm during the party. You can even use them to keep foods warm even if you don’t cook in them.
  • Insulated coolers: You can use a cooler to keep food hot as well as cold. The insulation technology that keeps out the heat to maintain cold foods also works to trap heat in and keep food hot for hours at a time. You can even line the cooler with aluminum foil for even better results.

How to Store All the Leftovers

If you’re like me, you always end up with leftovers after any big gathering. And while I’m not complaining (leftovers are the best!), it can be tricky to know how to store all of them. Here are a few tips:

  • Make sure everything is cooled completely before storing.
  • Label everything with the name and date. This will help you keep track of what’s what and also ensure that nothing gets lost in the back of the fridge.
  • Use plastic containers or freezer bags. This will help keep your food fresh and prevent it from drying out.
  • If you have any perishable items (like meat or dairy), make sure to store them in the fridge.

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