Easy Party Food Ideas for Hosting
Hosting a tailgate bash or holiday dinner? Food should be top on your to-do list. Whether you’re a first-time party host or a planning pro, these easy party food ideas and appetizer recipes will make you the talk of the town (or at least, your social group).
Buffalo Chicken Pickle Poppers
Jalapeño popper meets Buffalo chicken dip in this tasty appetizer mashup that went viral on social. We used Van Holten’s Big Papa pickles to create our stuffed pickles, so they’re more like pickle boats, but you can also opt for smaller dills.
Caramelized Onion Dip
This easy caramelized onion dip comes together with pure organic avocado oil, a few fridge staples, and a handful of spices. Serve our creamy onion dip with chips at your next tailgate party, or class it up with grain-free crackers and freshly cut vegetables.
Pickle Sushi
Grab your chopsticks! Our super simple take on the viral TikTok pickle sushi recipe has just four simple ingredients including a delicious Yum Yum Sauce with no seed oils or artificial sweeteners. Make this easy sushi roll for girl dinner or as a trendy party appetizer that everyone will be talking about.
Poke Nachos
Bring restaurant flavor home with mouthwatering poke nachos drizzled with a delicious no-seed-oil Yum Yum Dipping Sauce. One of our favorite new twists on a classic, this light and refreshing dish features crispy wonton chips covered with marinated ahi, scallions, and jalapeños for the perfect balanced bite.
Gluten-Free Zucchini Fries
Get your kids to eat their veggies with our easy air fryer zucchini fries. Coated in chipotle lime mayo for extra flavor and rolled in gluten-free breadcrumbs, these delicious gluten-free fried zucchini sticks are air-fried to fit into your eating plan.
Chicken Taquitos
Made with pre-cooked shredded chicken and tucked in the oven, these easy homemade taquitos put the frozen ones to shame. Pair them with a drizzle of Primal Kitchen Avocado Lime Dipping Sauce, which adds a creamy citrus zing without seed oils or artificial sweeteners.
Secret Menu Fries
This copycat version of a popular burger chain’s saucy fries is made with Primal Kitchen Special Sauce—no artificial sweeteners, seed oils, or drive-thru regret. In addition to the grilled onions and cheese, we topped our crispy fries with beef for a carnivore’s dream side dish.
Fried Pickle Deviled Eggs
Perfect for brunches and holidays, this easy deviled eggs recipe is elevated with sour dill pickles and a touch of pickle juice. We topped ours with crunchy bacon crumbles and extra pickles, but anything from green olive slices to fresh dill works as a garnish.
Gluten-Free Pigs In A Blanket
Try our gluten-free pigs in a blanket made with grain-free flour and served with creamy no-dairy ranch dressing. They're easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and perfect for game day or holiday parties. Add them to your list of go-to appetizers—your guests will thank you!
Nick Viall's Extra Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings
Celebrity Nick Viall has the secret to the perfect game-day wings, and we’re sharing it with you! Baked to crispy perfection, these mouthwatering wings are paired with delicious no-dairy Buffalo Sauce made without added sugar for a savory snack your home team will love.
Chicken Nachos
Our no-dairy twist on shredded chicken nachos combines store-bought rotisserie chicken with Primal Kitchen Plant-Based Queso Style Dip for an upscale dish that’s perfect for game day or a mid-week snack. Pure avocado oil and spices you probably already have in your cabinet round out the ingredients, making this snack super simple to assemble in minutes. Just mix, microwave, and serve!
Bacon Dip
Our easy bacon dip recipe is like the best parts of a loaded potato in a cool, creamy, dunkable package. Made with crispy pork crumbles, cheese, and our savory secret ingredient, this party-ready dip comes together with simple ingredients and big flavor.
Chickle Recipe
Crunchy dill pickles are wrapped in a creamy, crispy, gooey blanket of provolone for a delicious game-day appetizer or a simple afternoon snack for the kiddos. Dunk in a pool of velvety Primal Kitchen Ranch Dressing for a boost of tangy, herby flavor.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Fries
If there was ever a dish that encapsulates the essence of “treat yo’ self,” it’s these decadent fries. We elevated typical pub fare by subbing in sweet potatoes and drizzling them with our dreamy, herby Ranch Dressing made with real ingredients and no cane sugar or artificial sweeteners.