When it comes to Father's Day, we all know it's all about the manly and usually meaty dishes with big flavours. Treat dad to an epic Father's Day meal fit for a king. Whether it’s something you throw on the grill, a meat-focused dish, or seafood, here are some easy recipes that will show dad how much you appreciate him.
On the Grill
Father's Day is all about the grill, am I right? I mean after all, isn't grilling something that most dads love to do? I am talking about skewers, chicken wings, and grilled vegetables. Grilled food is just light, crisp, and so satisfying during the summer. Make him an epic, restaurant-quality Surf and Turf with Ribeye Steak and Lobster Tails. Or try some easy Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers or Souvlaki Beef Shish Kebabs with a side of homemade Tzatziki Sauce. Or my favourite sweet and tangy Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Pineapple.
Ribeye Steak
Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Spicy Cumin Lamb Skewers
Gourmet Hot Dogs
Grilled Vegetable Skewers
Classic Juicy Hamburgers
Greek Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with Pineapple
Air Fryer Lamb Chops
Souvlaki Beef Shish Kebabs
Baked Sweet Potato
Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Italian Chicken Skewers
Thai Turkey Burgers
Beef Kofta Kebabs
Vietnamese Grilled Pork
Tandoori Chicken Skewers
Salmon Burgers
Balsamic Chicken Kabobs
Black Bean Burgers
Carne Asada
Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob
Jerk Chicken Wings
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Grilled Corn on the Cob
Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Lemongrass Chicken Skewers
Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
Mediterranean Chicken Patties
Harissa Spatchcock Chicken
Korean Chicken Skewers
Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
Miso Garlic Chicken Wings
Baked BBQ Chicken Wings
Quarter Pound Burgers
Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers
Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers
Grilled Orange Chicken Skewers
Easy Summer Grilling Recipes
Persian Saffron Chicken Kebabs (Joojeh Kabob)
Easy Grilled Shrimp Boil
Greek Lamb Souvlaki Skewers
Surf and Turf Steak and Lobster Tails
Teriyaki Grilled Salmon Rice Bowl
Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
15-Minute Fish Burgers with Creamy Slaw
Crispy Baked Asian Chicken Wings
Beef Shish Kebabs
Grilled Spicy Cumin Lamb Skewers
Game Day Buffalo Hot Wings
Bring on the Meat
If your dad is a carnivore, then win his heart with one of these meat-focused dishes that doesn't necessarily need to be fired up on the grill. Whether he is craving beef, chicken, or lamb, give him a dish he will never forget. Like these fusion Korean Beef Steak Tacos, or classic Lamb Chops with a Dijon Garlic Marinade. You can also go super fancy and give regular chicken a major upgrade by stuffing them with spinach and mushrooms in a Chicken Roulade with Creamy Alfredo Sauce.
Lemongrass Chicken
Instant Pot Short Ribs
Jamaican Oxtail
Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Bites
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Oven Baked Chicken Breast
Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Greek Lamb Shanks
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Teriyaki Meatballs
Korean Ground Turkey
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Air Fryer Short Ribs
Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites
Roast Beef
Pesto Whole Chicken
Pigs in a Blanket
Air Fryer Chicken Breast
Instant Pot Whole Chicken
Air Fryer Chicken Thighs
Sweet Chili Turkey Meatballs
Bacon Wrapped Brussels Sprouts
Baked Caprese Chicken
Honey Mustard Chicken Wings
Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Chicken
Chicken Shawarma
Baked Greek Chicken Breast with Souvlaki Marinade
Ground Beef Stuffed Peppers
Tandoori Chicken Drumsticks
Baked Queso Chicken
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Mexican Pulled Pork Tacos (Carnitas)
Greek Meatballs
Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs
Beef and Bean Burritos
Skillet Chicken Fajitas
Beef Taco Salad
Mexican Ground Beef Tacos
Baked Curried Chicken Drumsticks
Italian Meatballs
Slow Cooker Korean Short Ribs
Skillet Shepherd's Pie
Classic Meatloaf
Chicken Marsala
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
General Tso's Chicken
Swedish Meatballs
Kung Pao Chicken
Sticky Honey Garlic Meatballs
Sweet Chili Chicken Bites
Sheet Pan Nachos
Baked Sesame Chicken
Creamy Lemon Parmesan Chicken
Glazed Honey Balsamic Pork Chops
Greek Lemon Garlic Whole Roast Chicken
Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata
Honey Glazed Roast Pork with Vegetables
Easy Meat Lasagna
One Pan Garlic Roasted Chicken and Baby Potatoes
Easy Chicken Parmesan (Parmigiana)
Sheet Pan Curry Chicken and Vegetables
Slow Cooker Whole Chicken
Skillet Chicken Thighs and Potatoes
Curry Chicken Fried Rice
Roasted Spatchcock Chicken (Butterflied Chicken)
Ground Beef Meat Pie
Dutch Oven Whole Roast Chicken
Greek Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki
Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich
Korean Beef Steak Rice Bowl
Homemade Chicken Nuggets
Korean Beef Steak Tacos
Creamy Chicken Roulade with Spinach and Mushrooms
The Best Breaded Fried Chicken Wings (Air Fryer)
Indian Butter Chicken
Chicken Pad Thai
Sheet Pan Soy-Glazed Chicken Thighs
Tandoori Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potatoes
Baked Turkey Meatballs
Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Mayo (Cactus Club Copycat)
Skillet Chicken with Lemon Garlic Sauce
Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls with Lime Cilantro Rice
Baked Crispy Chicken Strips
From the Sea
Maybe Dad is a seafood kind of guy and is looking for something a little lighter. Treat him to some fresh wild-caught seafood in a Teriyaki Grilled Salmon Rice Bowl or Greek Salmon, or batter up some cod for some Healthy Fish and Chips with Homemade Tartar Sauce. Another very good idea: tacos. How about a combination of Fish Tacos with Lime Crema and Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema Slaw? They never disappoint.
Shrimp Tacos with Lime Crema Slaw
Beer Battered Fish
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Shrimp Alfredo
Salmon Bites
Honey Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Salmon Burgers
Shrimp Fajitas
Garlic Butter Shrimp
Kani Salad
Lobster Bisque
Lobster Rolls
Garlic Butter Lobster Tails
Coconut Curry Salmon
Shrimp Cakes
Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry
Tuna Pasta
Creamy Parmesan (No Wine) Risotto
Creamy Salmon Pasta
15 Best Salmon Recipes
Garlic Butter Salmon
Creamy Garlic Salmon
Teriyaki Salmon
Grilled Shrimp Salad
Mediterranean Baked Shrimp Orzo
Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Fish Stick Tacos
Homemade Fish Sticks
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
Air Fryer Mexican Shrimp
Greek Salmon
30 Best Shrimp Recipes
Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sun-dried Tomatoes
Miso Black Cod (Sablefish)
Shrimp Taco Salad
Mexican Tuna Cakes (Tortitas de Atun)
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp
Shrimp Avocado Tostadas
Yellow Curry Mussels
Miso Salmon
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
Mussels Pasta in Tomato Sauce
Creamy Garlic Shrimp
Steamed Mussels in Tomato Sauce
Shrimp Egg Rolls
Baked Coconut Shrimp
Baked Maple Salmon
Pan-Fried Pork and Shrimp Wontons
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta Bake
Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers
Air Fryer Jumbo Shrimp
Pork and Sardine Dumplings (Potstickers)
Seared Scallops
Easy Grilled Shrimp Boil
Surf and Turf Steak and Lobster Tails
Teriyaki Grilled Salmon Rice Bowl
Vietnamese Salad Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Stir-Fried Rice Cakes with Shrimp
One Pot Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup
Seafood Fried Rice
Tuna Melt Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Air Fryer Black Cod with Black Bean Sauce
Brussels Sprouts Salad with Warm Lemon Anchovy Vinaigrette
Healthy Fish and Chips with Homemade Tartar Sauce
15-Minute Fish Burgers with Creamy Slaw
Sheet Pan Miso Salmon with Bok Choy and Sweet Potatoes
Smoked Mackerel Fish Cakes
Tiger Prawns in Garlic Ginger Soy Sauce
Ginger and Scallion Dungeness Crab
Pistachio-Crusted Salmon
Chicken and Shrimp Dumplings
Fish Tacos with Lime Crema
Almond-Crusted Halibut with Lemon Garlic Butter
Roasted Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Asparagus
Chinese Fried Rice with Shrimp
Thai Red Curry Mussels
Thai Coconut Red Curry with Prawns
Pan-fried Garlic Prawns with Soy Sauce
Side Dishes and Snacks
We can't forget about those sides, because although an entree with big bold flavours is pretty great, you have to dress them up with something on the side. How about some Grilled Corn on the Cob or Zucchini Boats. Or, try some refreshing Pico de Gallo Salsa or Whipped Ricotta Dip? Cornbread Muffins are a pretty great choice when you are looking for Father's Day recipes.
Roasted Chickpeas
Pico de Gallo
Guacamole
Homemade Baked Potato Chips
Mushroom Flatbread with Spinach
Easy Small Batch Ciabatta Rolls
Baked Zucchini Fries
Skillet Dinner Rolls
Cheesy Baked Zucchini with Marinara
Air Fryer Zucchini Chips
Zucchini Bites
Cornbread Muffins
Vegetarian Stuffed Mushrooms
Deviled Eggs
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus and Melon
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers (Air Fryer)
Chicken Nachos
Jalapeño Poppers
Vegetarian Quesadillas
7 Layer Dip
Baba Ganoush Eggplant Dip
Greek Fries
Chili Nachos
How to Make a Charcuterie Board
Veggie Tray
Whipped Feta Crostini
Whipped Feta
Marinated Mozzarella Balls
Caramelized Onion Dip
Avocado Hummus
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Mango Salsa
Fig Crostini with Goat Cheese and Pistachios
Queso Mexican Cheese Dip
Mexican Tuna Cakes (Tortitas de Atun)
Baked Cauliflower Nuggets
Brioche Bread
Pesto Hummus
Beef Potstickers (Dumplings)
Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
Shrimp Egg Rolls
Tomato Bruschetta with Balsamic Glaze
Whipped Ricotta Dip
Whipped Ricotta Crostini
Homemade Tater Tots with Bacon
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Homemade Calzones
Garlic Mushroom Focaccia Pizza
Baked Spinach Dip
Cornmeal Cheddar Biscuits
Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
Cheesy Garlic Dinner Rolls
Easy Salted Soft Pretzels
Rosemary Cornbread
Butter Chicken Pizza
Easy No Knead Tomato Focaccia
Classic Roman Herbed Potato Pizza
Crispy Bottom Shanghai Pan-Fried Pork Buns
Crispy Bottom Pan-Fried Vegetable Buns (No Yeast)
Salami and Mushroom Skillet Pizza
Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Mushroom and Arugula Skillet Pizza
Easy Homemade Hamburger Buns
Easy Skillet Neapolitan Margherita Pizza
Easy Tzatziki Sauce (Yogurt Cucumber Dip)
Homemade Pita Bread
Quick Dinner Bread Rolls with Green Onions
Vietnamese Salad Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Spicy Chili Oil Wontons
Classic Hummus
Easy Rosemary Garlic Focaccia Bread
Shanghai Style Vegetarian Steamed Buns
Easy Homemade Biscuits
Caramelized Onion and Herbed Goat Cheese Flatbread
Egg and Chive Vegetarian Dumplings
Curried White Bean Crostini with Toasted Pepitas
Back to School Turkey Pinwheels
Baked Mashed Potato Spring Rolls (JOEY Copycat)
Baked Mozzarella Sticks
Greek Salad Hummus Flatbread
Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Spicy Mayo (Cactus Club Copycat)
Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Cracker Bites
Tomato and Mozzarella Tart
Baked Tuna “Crab” Cakes
Quinoa, Cauliflower and Chickpea Vegetarian Meatballs with Tahini Sauce
Summer Salads
Maybe dad wants to balance out that meat heavy meal with a light summer salad on the side. How about a refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salad or a vibrant and colorful Italian Pasta Salad which screams summer vibes. The options are truly endless.