Favorite Potluck Dish Ideas

2. Three-Cheese Macaroni Casserole

Macaroni is a staple at any potluck for a reason – everyone loves it. Three cheese macaroni is a creamy, super indulgent take on classic macaroni. Simply cook elbow pasta or shell pasta according to the directions on the box and then melt in equal parts Velveeta, white cheddar cheese, and Mexican cheese blend.
You can also elevate a macaroni casserole with additional cheese, bacon, or bread crumbs on top and a quick grill in the oven, or even sneak in veggies like cauliflower and broccoli. Try gluten-free pasta and vegan cheese to make it perfect for any crowd.

3. Black Beans and Rice Salad

Black bean salad is good when it’s cold, which means it’s a smart choice for potlucks. Black bean salad consists of two cans of cooked black beans, long grain wild rice, bell peppers, garlic, onions, olive oil, dijon mustard, cumin, and ground pepper. Just like the pasta salad, you have plenty of room to play around with this recipe to make it your own, such as adding chicken or pork or pumping up the spice with chili peppers.

4. Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders

Pulled pork anything is a country favorite for how tender and flavorful the pork becomes after hours of cooking. Slow cookers allow everyone to make the kind of pulled pork sliders that will have mouths watering the moment they’re presented. Start off with a 4 to 6 lbs pork shoulder in the slow cooker, add water, brown sugar, your preferred BBQ sauce, white, red, and yellow onions, chili powder, and then cook overnight on the lowest setting. The pork can then be put on buns with lettuce, pickles, and tomatoes.

5. Slow Cooker Tater Tot Buffalo Chicken Casserole

It’s not a potluck without someone bringing buffalo chicken, which is universally loved by almost everyone. Start with the ground or chopped chicken in the slow cooker, add your seasonings and preferred buffalo chicken sauce, and then add your tater tots and other vegetables, such as cauliflower or zucchini, along with a healthy dose of cheese for a flavorful dish.
Some potluck dishes have reputations. Aunt Lisa’s very dry, very sad brisket that winds up at every family gathering comes to mind. Fortunately, you can put modern twists on old recipes to dial up the interest. From casseroles to mouth-watering desserts, one of these favorite pot luck dish ideas will be right for your next gathering!