45 Holiday Party Recipes

December 8, 2023
Various holiday party recipes including festive drinks, Christmas side dishes, and Thanksgiving dinner favorites.

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Holiday Party Recipes: Festive Flavors for Every Occasion

Welcome to our Holiday Party Recipes collection, where we’ve gathered an array of delectable dishes and delightful drinks to elevate your festive gatherings.

Whether you’re planning a cozy Christmas dinner, a grand Thanksgiving feast, or just looking for holiday appetizers to charm your guests, we’ve got you covered.

From classic Christmas side dishes that bring comfort and joy to every bite, to holiday drinks that sparkle with seasonal cheer, our recipes are curated to add a special touch to your celebrations.

Dive into this culinary adventure and discover everything from traditional Thanksgiving dinner delights to innovative Christmas cocktails, ensuring your holiday table is both heartwarming and delicious.

An inviting display of Holiday Party Recipes featuring a colorful array of Christmas and Thanksgiving dishes, appetizers, and seasonal beverages.

Best Holiday Party Recipes

Get ready to impress your guests this holiday season with a tantalizing array of recipes!

Let’s make this holiday season more flavorful than ever!

Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Loin

Juicy Brown Sugar Dijon Glazed Pork Loin on a serving platter, garnished with fresh herbs, showcasing its caramelized glaze.

A sweet and savory masterpiece, perfect as the centerpiece of your holiday table.

Stir-Fry Green Beans

Top view of a colorful, appetizing serving of Stir-Fried Green Beans, cooked to crispy perfection and garnished with red pepper flakes, presented on a stylish plate.

A quick and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with any entrée.

Puff Pastry Cranberry Bites

Homemade Puff Pastry Bites filled with rich Brie cheese and cranberry sauce, presented on a decorative plate with holiday decor in the background.

Delightfully flaky and filled with the tangy taste of cranberries.

Tomato Salad with Mozzarella

Tomato Salad with Mozzarella captured in natural light, highlighting the bright red of the tomatoes, the smooth white of the mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves scattered on top.

Tomato Salad with Mozzarella It’s the perfect, easy-to-make summer salad, ideal for quick lunches, light dinners, or as a delightful side dish and ready in just 10 minutes.

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

lose-up shot of a bowl of roasted garlic mashed potatoes, capturing the velvety texture and golden hue of the dish.

Creamy, rich, and infused with the aromatic flavor of roasted garlic.

Vegetable Stir Fry

Overhead shot of vegetable stir fry in a wok, showcasing a mix of green broccoli, sliced red and orange bell peppers, and red onions.

This Vegetable Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and colorful dish perfect for any meal.

Ideal for busy weeknights and easy meal prep.

Honey Roasted Butternut Squash

Delicious Honey Roasted Butternut Squash with Cranberries and Feta, garnished with fresh herbs, served as a vibrant, sweet, and savory side dish on a white plate.

A sweet and healthy addition that’s as delicious as it is vibrant.

Chicken Piccata

Close-up view of Chicken Piccata with thin chicken slices in a rich, tangy lemon-butter sauce with capers, served on a sleek dinner plate.

A classic dish featuring chicken in a zesty lemon and caper sauce.

Cucumber Salad

Close-up of Cucumber Salad garnished with mint leaves and a sprinkle of black pepper

Dive into the freshness of our Cucumber Salad, a perfect blend of crisp cucumbers and zesty herbs.

Ideal for a healthy side dish.

Eggnog Martini

Festive Creamy Eggnog Martini, beautifully presented with a golden hue, a cinnamon stick garnish, and a dusting of nutmeg, ready for a holiday toast.

A festive twist on the classic martini, perfect for holiday cheers.

Sautéed Green Beans

Bright green, tender green beans stir-fried with golden garlic bits, ready to be served as a nutritious and flavorful side dish.

Crisp, fresh, and lightly seasoned for a simple yet delicious side.

Cranberry Prosciutto Crostini

Close-up of a single Cranberry and Prosciutto Crostini, showcasing the vibrant red cranberry sauce and delicate prosciutto folds.

A perfect blend of sweet cranberry and salty prosciutto on crunchy bread.

Cranberry Margaritas

A vibrant red Cranberry Margarita garnished with a lime wheel and fresh cranberries, served in a salt-rimmed glass.

A festive and fruity cocktail that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Lemon Butter Chicken

Close-up of Lemon Butter Chicken, highlighting the glossy butter sauce with lemon slices and herbs.

A succulent dish with a rich and tangy lemon butter sauce.

Potato Croquettes

A close-up shot of golden-brown Potato Croquettes, freshly fried and glistening with a slight crunch.

Crispy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside.

Oven Roasted Root Vegetables

Vibrant oven roasted root vegetables served on a white platter, perfectly caramelized and seasoned, providing a warm, nutritious addition to any meal

A hearty and healthy mix of seasonal favorites.

Santa Spritz Christmas Cocktail

sparkling glass of Santa's Spritz Christmas Cocktails, with rich red cranberry juice, bubbly prosecco, and a hint of ginger gin, garnished with a sprig of rosemary.

A bubbly and bright drink to spread the holiday cheer.

Stuffing Stuffed Mushrooms

golden-brown Stuffing Stuffed Mushrooms garnished with fresh parsley, showcasing the rich, hearty stuffing peeking out of the earthy mushroom caps.

A creative and tasty way to enjoy classic holiday flavors.

Chicken Breast in Butter Garlic Sauce

Close-up of a tender chicken breast topped with a velvety garlic sauce, highlighting the dish's mouthwatering appeal.

Tender chicken bathed in a rich and aromatic sauce.

Cheesy Garlic Brussels Sprouts

Close-up of Cheesy Garlic Brussels Sprout Bake showing the creamy, garlicky sauce coating tender brussels sprouts, with strings of gooey cheese.

A cheesy, garlicky twist on a traditional vegetable.

Roasted Tomatoes

Roasted Tomatoes are a simple yet flavorful dish.

Perfect as a healthy side, they bring a touch of elegance to BBQs, picnics, and family dinners.

Spinach Gratin

Close-up of a serving spoon scooping out a portion of Spinach Gratin, revealing layers of creamy spinach and melted cheese.

A creamy, cheesy dish that’s both comforting and sophisticated.

Cranberry Bellini Cocktail

Elegant arrangement of Cranberry Bellinis, perfect for holiday entertaining, with each glass adorned with a cranberries.

A refreshing and tangy bellini drink, perfect for holiday toasting.

Shrimp Cocktail

Platter of jumbo shrimp elegantly arranged around a bowl of tangy cocktail sauce.

A classic appetizer that’s always a hit at parties.

Cranberry Meatballs

Image of meatballs on a serving platter: A platter of meatballs, garnished with fresh parsley.

Sweet and tangy meatballs that are an irresistible party snack.

White Christmas Margaritas

A frosty White Christmas Margarita in a sugar-rimmed glass, garnished with a slice of lime and cranberries, set against a snowy backdrop

A creamy and dreamy take on the classic margarita.

Bacon Ranch Potatoes

A mouthwatering dish of Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potatoes, featuring golden-brown roasted potato cubes generously topped with melted cheddar cheese, crumbled crispy bacon, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, served in a baking dish.

A savory and indulgent side dish that’s sure to be a favorite.

Creamed Corn au Gratin

A serving spoon lifting a portion of Creamed Corn Au Gratin, showing the rich, velvety texture.

A rich and creamy corn dish with a golden, crispy top.

Apple Cider Mimosa

A festive and fruity twist on the traditional mimosa.

Ranch Roasted Carrots

Golden-brown Ranch Roasted Carrots sprinkled with fresh parsley.

Flavorful and easy to make, these carrots are a great side dish.

Twice Baked Potatoes

A close-up image of golden-brown Twice Baked Loaded Potatoes on a black serving plate an forkful of cheesy velvety filling, garnished with bright green chives and filled with a rich, creamy mixture of melted cheese, crisp bacon bits, and a hint of green onion.

A comforting classic that’s always a crowd-pleaser.

Hamburger Casserole

Side view of a Serving of Keto Hamburger Casserole with a cheesy topping.

A hearty and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a casual gathering.

Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans

A savory and crispy way to enjoy green beans.

Marry Me Chicken

Image of a freshly cooked pan of Marry Me Chicken, with creamy sauce and herbs sprinkled on top, served on a rustic wooden table.

Tender chicken bathed in a creamy, savory sauce.

So good, it might just elicit a marriage proposal!

Cranberry Bites

Image of Garnished Cranberry Brie Bites: Beautifully garnished Cranberry Brie Bites with fresh rosemary leaves, adding a festive touch to these delightful bite-sized appetizers.

Sweet, tangy, and perfect for nibbling.

Vanilla-Pear Holiday Punch

Close-up of a refreshing Vanilla-Pear Holiday Punch, with hints of cinnamon and vanilla, elegantly decorated with lemon slices, cranberries, and rosemary, embodying a warm holiday spirit.

A sweet, refreshing punch that’s great for all ages.

Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

A visually stunning and deliciously different way to serve sweet potatoes.

Southern Potato Salad

Southern Potato Salad, a perfect side dish embodying rich, traditional southern-style flavors and ingredients.

A classic dish that’s a must for any holiday feast.

Honey Roasted Carrots

Honey roasted carrots glistening with a honey glaze and a sprinkling of parsley on a ceramic plate.

Sweet, tender, and a perfect side dish.

Cheese Steak Stuffed Peppers

A side view of a sliced Cheese Steak Stuffed Pepper, revealing the rich layers of beef, mushrooms, and melted cheese,

A fun and flavorful twist on two classic dishes.

Christmas Punch

Two glasses brimming with Christmas Punch, featuring a vivid red cocktail adorned with slices of orange and cranberries, positioned next to a pitcher filled with the same celebratory beverage.

A colorful and fruity drink that’s perfect for a holiday party.

Broccoli Beef Stir-Fry

A healthy and delicious way to enjoy broccoli.

White Christmas Mimosa

A festive White Christmas Mimosa garnished with frozen cranberries, served in an elegant champagne flute, set against a holiday-themed backdrop.

A snowy, sparkly drink to brighten up your holiday brunch.

Paprika Baked Chicken Thighs

Juicy Paprika Baked Chicken Thighs freshly out of the oven, garnished with fresh herbs on a white serving plate.

Spicy, smoky, and utterly delicious.

Mini Salmon Cakes

Close-up of a Mini Salmon Cake revealing its crispy texture, complemented by a dollop of spicy Sriracha Lemon Aioli sauce.

Perfect for appetizers, these little cakes are a hit.

Loaded Mashed Potato Balls

Stack of Loaded Mashed Potato Balls.

A decadent and fun way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes.

Parmesan Garlic Potatoes

A serving bowl filled with Parmesan Garlic Roasted Potatoes, ready to be served as the perfect side dish.

A simple yet flavorful side dish.

Honey Fried Chicken

Close-up of crispy Honey Fried Chicken showcasing its textured crust, drizzled with honey, on a ceramic plate.

Sweet, crispy, and utterly irresistible.

Each of these Holiday Party Recipes brings its own unique flavor and flair to your holiday table, ensuring that your party will be remembered for its incredible food.

Enjoy cooking, and happy holidays!

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