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    Potluck Recipes

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    These potluck recipes are my go-to dishes for bringing to work events, church potlucks, or house parties and always impress! From appetizers to desserts, these crowd-pleasing recipes are made for sharing. If you're looking for something to bring to your next potluck, you've come to the right place!

    Best Potluck Recipes

    Whether it's an office party, church event, or family get-together, you never know when you might have to whip up an impromptu potluck dish! Below are my tried-and-true recipes for feeding a crowd on any occasion.

    These recipes are easy to prepare and most can be served right out of the dish you made them in (which is perfect for traveling and cleanup)! From appetizers to desserts, you can find the best potluck recipes right here!

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    • Best Potluck Recipes
    • 🥪 Appetizers
    • 1. Dill Pickle Dip
    • 2. Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs
    • 3. 2-Ingredient BBQ Little Smokies
    • 4. Pinwheel Sandwiches
    • 5. Buffalo Chicken Dip
    • 6. Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
    • 🍝 Main Course
    • 7. Chili Con Carne
    • 8. Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs
    • 9. RoTel Chicken Spaghetti
    • 10. Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie
    • 11. Lasagna
    • 12. Cheese Enchiladas
    • 13. Green Bean Potato Sausage Casserole
    • 14. Mexican Cornbread Casserole
    • 15. Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
    • 16. Instant Pot Pulled Pork
    • 🥗 Side Dishes
    • 17. Egg Salad
    • 18. Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese
    • 19. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
    • 20. Southern Coleslaw
    • 21. Chicken Salad with Grapes
    • 22. German Potato Salad
    • 23. Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows
    • 24. Mashed Potato Casserole
    • 25. Jiffy Corn Casserole
    • 26. Onion Rolls
    • 🍰 Desserts
    • 27. Cherry Pie Bars
    • 28. Hello Dolly Bars
    • 29. Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
    • 30. Strawberry Dump Cake
    • 31. Peanut Butter Filled Cupcakes
    • 😋 More Tasty Casseroles
    • 📋 Recipe
    • Best Potluck Recipes: Chili Con Carne (+More Crowd Pleasing Favorites!)
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    🥪 Appetizers

    1. Dill Pickle Dip

    All the flavor of dill pickles in a creamy and easy-to-make dip! Serve it with potato chips, crackers, or veggie sticks for an easy potluck appetizer.

    Dill Pickle Dip
    Dill pickle dip is an incredibly easy, quick, and delicious appetizer to make for your next potluck, party, or game day get-together! Loaded with chopped dill pickles, seasoning, cream cheese, and sour cream, this pickle dip has the best zesty, creamy flavor! With only 10 minutes of prep work and 6 ingredients, you'll love how simple it is to whip up in a flash.
    Check out this recipe
    Wide image showing dill pickle dip with carrots, chips, and celery.

    2. Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs

    These sweet and savory grape jelly meatballs are made for snacking. For easy serving, I like to put them on toothpicks, though you can also serve them straight from the crockpot!

    Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs
    Crockpot grape jelly meatballs are a perfect appetizer for a pot-luck, dinner party, or game day! Simple and slightly sweet. These easy delicious and tender, meatballs will knock your socks off!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of crockpot grape jelly meatballs piled up high on a white plate.

    3. 2-Ingredient BBQ Little Smokies

    Nothing beats a recipe with just 2 ingredients. You'll love how easy these BBQ Lil Smokies are to prepare almost as much as how great they taste!

    2 Ingredient BBQ Little Smokies
    These 2 ingredient BBQ Little Smokies are a quick and easy appetizer perfect for game day or whenever you need to feed a crowd! Your favorite BBQ sauce and a package of cocktail weenies is all you need for this savory, flavorful snack!
    Check out this recipe
    Best 2 ingredient bbq little smokies served with light parsley garnish.

    4. Pinwheel Sandwiches

    Pinwheel sandwiches are classic party food! They can easily be customized with your favorite fillings- I feature 3 different varieties to try right here!

    Pinwheel Sandwiches
    Easy pinwheel sandwiches are super tasty, versatile, and fun to serve up as a lunch, snack, or appetizer for holidays and game days too! These make-ahead sandwiches are rolled up in tortillas or flattened sandwich bread and absolutely loved by everyone! No matter if they're a favorite part of your everyday lunches or served up for the Super Bowl, these pinwheel appetizers are always a hit!
    Check out this recipe
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    5. Buffalo Chicken Dip

    All the flavor of buffalo chicken wings in a creamy chip dip. The chicken is cooked already, so all you have to do is combine the ingredients and heat it up!

    Buffalo Chicken Dip
    This buffalo chicken dip is a rich and creamy appetizer with all the flavor you expect from your favorite hot wings! Made with chunks of canned chicken, cream cheese, ranch, buffalo sauce (or hot pepper sauce), and lots of cheddar cheese, this dip is both easy and affordable! It's the perfect thing to bring to your next tailgate, potluck, or holiday party.
    Check out this recipe
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    6. Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

    They call it crack chicken because it's so addictive! It's made by combining tender shredded chicken with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon!

    You can make crack chicken the main course by serving it as a sandwich, or set it up as a dip station with crackers and chips!

    Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
    This Slow Cooker Crack Chicken is an absolutely creamy and cheesy shredded chicken bacon ranch that's perfect for sandwiches, dips, potlucks, and so much more! Whether you're feeding your family or a crowd, this crockpot chicken is super easy and totally addictive!
    Check out this recipe
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    🍝 Main Course

    7. Chili Con Carne

    One batch of this hearty chili con carne makes 10 servings, so it's perfect for potlucks. Serve the chili straight from your crockpot with sour cream, cheese, and green onions on the side so everyone can add their favorite toppings!

    Chili Con Carne
    This chili con carne recipe is an easy way to cook up a hearty family dinner that is practically effortless but completely delicious! Ground beef, kidney beans, onions, and red bell peppers, are simmered low and slow on the stovetop until tender. It's comforting and filling, and the leftovers taste even better the next day!
    Check out this recipe
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    8. Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs

    Making spaghetti and meatballs for a crowd has never been easier! You can make the meatballs and sauce from scratch or use store bought sauce and frozen meatballs to cut down on prep time even more.

    Baked Spaghetti and Meatballs
    Baked spaghetti and meatballs is an easy casserole with layers of spaghetti coated in sauce, cheese, and meatballs! This tasty comfort food dinner can be loaded with cheesy goodness to please your entire family. Plus, it's the perfect use of leftovers from a spaghetti dinner!
    Check out this recipe
    Large square closeup image of baked spaghetti and meatballs in a clear casserole dish baked with fresh baby mozzarella and garnished with genovese basil leaves.

    9. RoTel Chicken Spaghetti

    Spaghetti noodles, chicken, and juicy Rotel canned tomatoes with green chiles in a super-creamy Velveeta cheese sauce! I like to pair it with some quick garlic bread for a filling and memorable main course.

    Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel
    Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel is a easy spaghetti casserole dish for weeknight family dinners! Loaded with cheesy deliciousness. The Velveeta cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream (or cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soup), and a perfect use for leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken!
    Check out this recipe
    This Chicken Spaghetti with Rotel is a super easy spaghetti casserole loaded with creamy deliciousness from the Velveeta and cream cheeses!

    10. Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie

    This chicken pot pie casserole has all the classic flavor of a homemade pot pie but with half the effort! Instead of pie crust, the creamy and savory chicken pot pie filling is topped off with fluffy biscuits (you can make them from scratch or just grab a tube at the store)!

    Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie
    This biscuit chicken pot pie is an incredibly hearty casserole that makes a fabulous family dinner any day of the week! It combines tender pieces of chicken in classic pot pie filling with homemade cream biscuits! My biscuit-topped version of the well-loved comfort food is an easy dinner that never disappoints!
    Check out this recipe
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    11. Lasagna

    Lasagna is another classic potluck recipe because it's easy to slice and serve, plus it's so satisfying! My recipe includes 3 types of cheese and a saucy tomato-based meat sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

    Lasagna
    A homemade lasagna full of tender noodles and a hearty meat sauce covered in melted cheese is one of the best comfort foods you can make! All the time you spend making it will be more than worth it when you see your family lining up for seconds!
    Check out this recipe
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    12. Cheese Enchiladas

    Cheese enchiladas are quick and easy to prepare, even when you make your own enchilada sauce from scratch! They are super flavorful from the taco-seasoned beef and tangy, rich tomato sauce.

    You could try chicken enchiladas, shrimp enchiladas, or beef enchiladas if you'd like to add some protein!

    Cheese Enchiladas
    These tasty, quick, and incredibly easy Cheese Enchiladas with red sauce are the weeknight Tex-Mex dinner you’ve been looking for! I make my own enchilada sauce and fill the enchiladas with lots of cheese so they’re the most perfectly flavorful enchiladas you’ll make!
    Check out this recipe
    Baked cheese enchiladas topped with more cheese, queso fresco, sliced olives, and cilantro.

    13. Green Bean Potato Sausage Casserole

    This tasty sausage and potato casserole can be served as a side dish, but it's also hearty enough to be a main course! It's loaded with tender potatoes, perfectly cooked green beans, salty bacon, and smokey sausage, plus a simple blend of herbs and seasonings for maximum flavor.

    Green Bean Potato Sausage Casserole
    This green bean potato sausage casserole is a hearty, flavorful, and filling variation of a classic holiday side dish! It is packed with green beans, potatoes, sausage, bacon, onion, and tasty spices. In fact, it is a complete meal and could even be served as the main course!
    Check out this recipe
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    14. Mexican Cornbread Casserole

    Everyone will want the recipe for this delicious Mexican casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, chiles, and melted cheddar between two layers of fluffy cornbread. You can even add your favorite Tex-Mex toppings like hot sauce, sour cream, or queso!

    Mexican Cornbread Casserole
    This easy Mexican Cornbread Casserole is so filling and full of flavor, you’re going to want to make it for dinner every week! Perfectly seasoned ground beef with tomatoes and chiles is topped with gooey melted cheddar and sandwiched between two layers of fluffy cornbread, it’s delicious!
    Check out this recipe
    Mexican cornbread casserole closeup image of the cut square.

    15. Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

    Casseroles are the perfect potluck food because you can just cover them up in the baking dish and bring them on over! This easy chicken, broccoli, and rice casserole is super cheesy and doesn't need any sides to make it a meal.

    Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole (Super Cheesy Family Favorite Dinner!)
    My chicken broccoli rice casserole is an easy dish loaded with creamy chicken sauce, tender chicken, broccoli, rice, and cheese flavors! All of the tasty ingredients are layered into a single casserole dish for an extra simple meal! It's a long-time family favorite casserole that works wonderfully for feeding a hungry crowd any night of the week!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of a tasty cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole served on white plate.

    16. Instant Pot Pulled Pork

    Pulled pork can be used for so many delicious things! You can serve it with rolls to make sliders, bread to make sandwiches, tortillas for tacos, you can even put it on salads.

    This recipe is my favorite because the Instant Pot does all the work, you just have to add the ingredients and let it go!

    Instant Pot Pulled Pork
    Instant Pot pulled pork is the best way to make a mouthwatering, tender pork dinner with minimal effort for you! Using a pressure cooker is much faster than your standard slow cooker. Prepare some side dishes while the pork is cooking and you'll have a full meal in no time!
    Check out this recipe
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    🥗 Side Dishes

    17. Egg Salad

    Not only does egg salad make a tasty side dish, but you can always make it a main course by serving it as a sandwich! This recipe makes about 4 servings, but you can easily double or triple it as needed.

    Egg Salad
    This egg salad is a classic recipe that features hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and even some crisp and crunchy bacon! It will quickly become one of your favorite, quick recipes for a simple lunch or picnic. Eat it by itself or use it for the best egg salad sandwich you've ever had!
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    The best egg salad is made with your staple ingredients of the classic egg salad: hard boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and seasoning! Make it your own with all the wonderful options for stir-ins!!

    18. Crockpot Macaroni and Cheese

    This three-cheese macaroni is ultra-rich and creamy, and you don't have to boil the pasta! Just toss everything in the crockpot and let it cook. You can take your crockpot straight to the potluck and keep it warm until ready to serve!

    Crockpot Mac and Cheese
    Crockpot mac and cheese is about to be your new favorite method of making macaroni and cheese because it's so easy and there are no dishes! There's no boiling your macaroni noodles, you just toss them in your slow cooker with the other ingredients and let it do its thing. Give crockpot mac and cheese a try the next time you're craving some indulgently rich and creamy macaroni and cheese!
    Check out this recipe
    Closeup on the crockpot mac and cheese after dishing it up into a white pasta bowl.

    19. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

    A big bowl of sweet and tangy macaroni salad is perfect for summer potlucks! It's cool and creamy with a pop of tropical flavor from pineapple juice and a crunch from the celery, carrots, and onion.

    Hawaiian Macaroni Salad
    Hawaiian macaroni salad is a delectable side dish that includes chilled pasta, mayonnaise, vinegar, and pineapple juice! This popular pasta salad is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory. Bring it to your next barbecue, potluck, or picnic and it's sure to be a new favorite!
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    Best Hawaiian macaroni salad served in white bowl on light background.

    20. Southern Coleslaw

    This classic Southern coleslaw recipe is tasty enough to stand on its own and it also makes a great addition to sandwiches or tacos. Coleslaw is basically a potluck tradition, so don't be surprised when you're asked to bring the coleslaw from here on out!

    Southern Coleslaw
    Southern coleslaw is a classic quick and easy side dish with crunchy veggies that are tossed with a flavorful, creamy dressing! It's the perfect addition to sandwiches, tacos, fried fish, and so much more. This Southern coleslaw isn’t just for the summertime—it’s great for anytime you want a quick, delicious side!
    Check out this recipe
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    21. Chicken Salad with Grapes

    The grapes in this creamy chicken salad add little burst of sweetness to every bite. It also features dried cranberries for tartness and walnuts for crunch, all in a creamy mayonnaise sauce.

    You could also give my rotisserie chicken salad a try if you aren't a fan of grapes.

    Chicken Salad with Grapes
    This chicken salad with grapes is a quick and tasty meal that is perfect for lunch at home, picnics, or potlucks! Enjoy it by itself, use it to make a sandwich, or eat it as a lettuce wrap! This dish is easy to make, absolutely delicious, and will become your new favorite chicken salad recipe!
    Check out this recipe
    Wide image of a bowl of chicken salad with grapes.

    22. German Potato Salad

    German potato salad is a nice alternative to traditional potato salad if you're looking to try something new. Unlike American potato salad, German potato salad is tossed in a combination of vinegar and sugar with onions and bacon for a sweet and tangy flavor that's hard to resist!

    German Potato Salad
    German potato salad is an amazingly delicious side dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, barbecues, or banquets! It is loaded with potatoes, onion, bacon, and a combination of vinegar and spices for a unique and authentic flavor. Whenever you serve this to your friends and family, everyone will be begging to know what the recipe is!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of german potato salad in a white bowl.

    23. Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

    Sweet potato casserole with marshmallows is perfect for holiday potlucks, but there's no reason you can't enjoy it year-round! The melted marshmallow topping with crunchy pecans is a treat on any occasion.

    Sweet Potato Casserole (with Marshmallows)
    Sweet potato casserole (with marshmallows) is a classic holiday side dish that tastes more like dessert than it does potatoes! Warm fall spices, brown sugar, pecans, and of course, mini marshmallows, highlight the natural flavor of the sweet potatoes in this beloved old-school recipe. Your loved ones will be scrambling to get to the table with this casserole as part of your Christmas or Thanksgiving dinner spread!
    Check out this recipe
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    24. Mashed Potato Casserole

    To save time, I like to make the mashed potatoes and refrigerate them until I'm ready to bake my casserole! It's like an elevated version of mashed potatoes with extra butter, sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and breadcrumbs, yum!

    Make Ahead Mashed Potato Casserole
    This mashed potato casserole features creamy mashed potatoes, cheese, flavorful seasoning, and a crunchy breadcrumb topping! These potatoes are a great way to mix up your standard mashed potato recipes. Plus, it's the perfect recipe for using up leftover potatoes or you can make it from scratch!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of mashed potato casserole.

    25. Jiffy Corn Casserole

    Corn casserole is essentially fluffy cornbread with sweet corn, creamed corn, and sour cream mixture. The texture is like super-moist cornbread (or corn pudding) and the flavor is a perfect balance between sweet and savory!

    Jiffy Corn Casserole
    This Jiffy corn casserole is a sweet and savory side dish with creamy corn mixed into every bite of your cornbread! Best of all, you only need 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time to put it together. Whether you call it corn casserole, corn pudding, or spoon bread, it's a side that goes with practically anything!
    Check out this recipe
    Closeup Jiffy corn casserole square served on plate.

    26. Onion Rolls

    These soft no-knead yeast rolls are a great choice for any main course! They are subtly sweet while also having caramelized bits of yellow onion mixed into the dough and sprinkled on top.

    Onion Rolls
    Onion rolls are some of my favorite no-knead yeast rolls. They are ever-so-slightly sweet and always turn out fluffy! Not only that, but they can be made fast (in less than 2 hours) so you can have rolls ready for dinner in a jiffy! Try these pull-apart onion rolls for yourself and see how simple they really are!
    Check out this recipe
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    🍰 Desserts

    27. Cherry Pie Bars

    These delicious cherry pie bars only take 45 minutes to make, and there are 18 servings which is plenty to share! You can use canned or homemade cherry pie filling, the results are incredible either way!

    Cherry Pie Bars
    Cherry pie bars are a delicious fruit dessert that is perfect for serving a crowd at any get-together! The sweet vanilla glaze requires only 3 ingredients and is perfect for topping off the golden buttery crust stuffed with cherry pie filling. Bring these cherry pie squares to a party, gathering, or potluck and everyone will want to know the recipe!
    Check out this recipe
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    28. Hello Dolly Bars

    These unforgettably delicious Hello Dolly bars are made by layering 7 simple ingredients: graham cracker crumbs, butter, chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, pecans, and sweetened condensed milk. The combination of flavors is hard to resist, plus one pan makes 24 servings!

    Hello Dolly Bars
    Hello Dolly Bars are an all-around favorite for everyone. Layers of tasty ingredients that magically turn into fabulous cookie bars! Also known as 7-layer bars, miracle bars, magic cookie bars, coconut dream bars, or magic bars. Whatever you may call them they are fantastic, and incredibly easy, with no special equipment needed!
    Check out this recipe
    Stacked Hello Dolly Bars on parchment paper.

    29. Mandarin Orange Jello Salad

    Jello salad can be served as a sweet side dish or a simple dessert! This cool and creamy treat is so easy to make, anyone can do it. Just combine canned mandarin oranges, orange Jello, canned pineapples, Cool Whip, and mini marshmallows and pop it in the fridge to chill!

    Mandarin Orange Jello Salad
    Mandarin orange jello salad is a sweet treat made with mandarin oranges, pineapple, jello gelatin, Cool Whip, and plenty of mini marshmallows! It has a creamy, mousse-like consistency and a flavor that is reminiscent of an orange Dreamsicle. If you're looking for an easy after-dinner dessert, this chilled mandarin orange jello salad is just what you need!
    Check out this recipe
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    30. Strawberry Dump Cake

    You don't have to be a baker to pull off a wonderfully tasty strawberry dump cake. It only requires 3 ingredients- boxed cake mix, strawberry pie filling, and butter! You don't even have to mix them, and there's no frosting necessary!

    Strawberry Dump Cake
    This strawberry dump cake recipe is a winning combination of delightfully flavorful and practically effortless to make! Grab a baking dish, pie filling (plus fresh berries if desired), and a box of cake mix to whip up a family favorite dessert in no time! Serve it as-is, or topped with whipped cream or ice cream to get rave reviews from everyone!
    Check out this recipe
    Wide image showing strawberry dump cake in a 9x13 glass baking dish.

    31. Peanut Butter Filled Cupcakes

    Everyone loves homemade cupcakes, especially these rich chocolate cupcakes with peanut butter buttercream filling! With the irresistible flavor of chocolate and peanut butter in every bite, you may want to make an extra batch.

    Peanut Butter Filled Cupcakes
    Peanut butter filled cupcakes are a wonderfully moist treat to bake up for any occasion, or just because you are craving some peanut butter! The soft chocolate cake base and rich peanut butter buttercream frosting are sure to please all the chocolate and peanut butter lovers in your life! With the delightful surprise of creamy peanut butter in every bite, these cupcakes always come highly requested!
    Check out this recipe
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    I hope you find some new favorite potluck recipes on this list! Let me know what your go-to potluck dishes are in the comment section below!

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    😋 More Tasty Casseroles

    • Cinnamon Roll Casserole - Chunks of cinnamon rolls baked in a creamy egg mixture makes for a memorable breakfast or brunch!
    • Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole - This savory breakfast casserole is perfect for morning gatherings!
    • Pepperoni Pizza Casserole - An easy pasta bake made with tender egg noodles, sliced pepperoni, and plenty of cheese!
    • Zucchini Squash Casserole - A super cheesy casserole made with zucchini and yellow squash featuring a savory breadcrumb topping!
    • Tuna Noodle Casserole - This casserole is a family favorite made with egg noodles, peas, tuna, a creamy sauce, and lots of melted cheese!
    • Doritos Casserole - A tasty ground beef casserole with layers of nacho cheese Doritos, corn, tomatoes, and cheese!

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    Best Potluck Recipes: Chili Con Carne (+More Crowd Pleasing Favorites!)

    These potluck recipes are my go-to dishes for bringing to work events, church potlucks, or house parties and always impress! From appetizers to desserts, these crowd-pleasing recipes are made for sharing. If you're looking for something to bring to your next potluck, you've come to the right place!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 347kcal
    Prep 20 minutes
    Cooking 1 hour 10 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 lbs ground beef
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
    • 2 medium yellow onions (or white onions, chopped)
    • 2 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
    • 1 medium red bell pepper (or green, chopped)
    • 1 ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 tablespoon chili powder
    • 3 tsps beef bouillon granules (or 3 bouillon cubes)
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 29 oz canned diced tomatoes (undrained, *see note)
    • 1 cup water
    • 16 oz kidney beans (undrained)

    Instructions

    • Place a Dutch oven on the stove top over medium heat. Brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes or until no pink remains and use a wooden spoon or spatula to crumble the beef as it cooks. Drain and set aside.
      2 lbs ground beef
    • Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in the same pot then add the onions and saute until tender, about 2-3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
      2 tablespoon olive oil, 2 medium yellow onions
    • Stir in the bell pepper, chili powder, bouillon granules, cayenne, cinnamon, cumin, oregano, and salt. Stir to combine and let cook for 2 minutes longer.
      2 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 medium red bell pepper, 1 ½ teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoon chili powder, 3 tsps beef bouillon granules, ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • Return the browned beef to the pot along with the canned diced tomatoes. Stir in the water and bring the chili to a boil. Reduce the temperature, cover, and let simmer for 1 hour.
      29 oz canned diced tomatoes, 1 cup water
    • Stir in the kidney beans (without draining them) and allow to cook until heated through. Remove from heat and serve with desired toppings.
      16 oz kidney beans

    Equipment You May Need

    Dutch Oven
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    Notes

    • If you don't have bouillon granules, you can substitute them for 1 cup of beef broth or stock.
    • 29 ounces of canned diced tomatoes are the equivalent of  2 14.5-ounce cans and 16 ounces of kidney beans is 1 can. If you find cans that are close in size, they'll work just fine. 🙂
    • Like stew, chili tastes even better the next day! This is a great make-ahead recipe for serving a crowd.
    • To store: Place cooled leftover chili con carne in a shallow airtight container and refrigerate it for up to 4 days.
    • To reheat: Reheat individual portions in the microwave or large portions on the stovetop over medium heat until warmed through. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 347kcal (17%) | Carbohydrates: 18g (6%) | Protein: 21g (42%) | Fat: 22g (34%) | Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg (21%) | Sodium: 701mg (30%) | Potassium: 682mg (19%) | Fiber: 6g (25%) | Sugar: 4g (4%) | Vitamin A: 960IU (19%) | Vitamin C: 25mg (30%) | Calcium: 74mg (7%) | Iron: 5mg (28%)
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    best dishes to bring to a potluck, Chili Con Carne, church potluck, potluck recipes, recipes to feed a crowd, work potluck
    Course Beef Dishes, Dinner Recipes, Soup Recipes
    Cuisine American
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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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    Hi there, I'm Angela! I am an avid vintage cookbook collector, recipe creator, animal lover, and total foodie. I love sharing recipes that are new, fun, and creative as well as great classic recipes just like my Grandma used to make!

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