Looking for delicious and easy ways to celebrate Father's Day? We have a round up of 24 savory recipes for Father's Day that are sure to please any dad. From grilled steak to candied bacon, we've got something your dad is sure to love.
So fire up the grill, crack open a cold one, and get cooking!
Savory Father's Day Favorites
Father's Day is a special day to show our appreciation for the dads in our lives. We'll start with this delectable candied bacon with fresh rosemary and figs. Simply divine.
Candied Bacon with Rosemary and Fig
Candied Bacon with Rosemary and Fig
Start dad off with this sweet and savory Candied Bacon with Rosemary and Fig. A unique way to serve up bacon using sweet fig jam and fresh rosemary. Crunchy. Meaty. Delicious.
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- Savory Father's Day Favorites
- Candied Bacon with Rosemary and Fig
- Spicy Keto Coleslaw
- Smoked Ribs
- King Crab Legs with Spicy Beurre Blanc
- Cajun Shrimp and Grits
- Beer Can Chicken
- Drunken Spaghetti
- Smoked Cream Cheese
- Philly Cheesesteak
- Low Carb Shakshuka
- Instant Pot Beef Ribs
- Traeger Corn on the Cob
- Creamy Cajun Pasta
- Broiled Pineapple Swordfish Kabobs
- Traeger Smoked Salmon
- Air Fryer Country Style Ribs
- Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce
- Smoked Pulled Pork
- Cheesy Stuffed Garlic Bombs
- Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar
- Smoked Baked Beans
- Smoked Shotgun Shells
- Low Carb Green Chicken Enchiladas
- Quick Pickled Jalapenos
- More Savory Father's Day Recipes!
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Spicy Keto Coleslaw
Spicy Keto Coleslaw Recipe (Chipotle Slaw)
This spicy keto coleslaw recipe makes a delicious, crunchy chipotle slaw that's packed with flavor and a bold, spicy kick! It's a ready-in-10-minutes kind of salad situation that is so easy to make, and healthy for you too. A chipotle pepper gives the coleslaw dressing a bold and zesty flavor.
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Smoked Ribs
Smoked Ribs
These smoked ribs are baby back pork ribs coated in homemade spice rub and cooked to tender perfection. The easiest, most flavorful ribs that you’ll ever make!
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King Crab Legs with Spicy Beurre Blanc
King Crab Legs with Spicy Beurre Blanc
King crab legs are an exquisite treat and quite possibly the best way to elevate any special dinner. This king crab legs recipe is surprisingly simple to prepare and results in sweet, juicy crab meat with a rich beurre blanc sauce that carries a tinge of heat from the added sriracha. The flavor of the Alaska king crab legs still shines through, and the spicy beurre blanc is a bit more special than melted butter.
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Cajun Shrimp and Grits
Cajun Shrimp and Grits
Cajun shrimp and grits is bursting with bold, spicy flavors and satisfying textures. This classic Southern classic features blackened shrimp, creamy stone-ground grits, smoky bacon, and aromatic spices.
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Beer Can Chicken
Smoked Beer Can Chicken with Gravy
This smoked beer can chicken is coated in an herb garlic butter rub and cooked low and slow in the Traeger for the perfect smoky flavor. We saved the drippings for a delicious smoky beer can chicken gravy. This is the perfect recipe for the Traeger or any outdoor grill! The chicken comes out super juicy and full of flavor, and the sauce is flavored with smoky chicken drippings, beer, and garlic butter.
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Drunken Spaghetti
Drunken Spaghetti Recipe (red wine pasta)
This easy-to-make but elegant red wine spaghetti recipe is a fabulous choice for special occasions like Father's Day. Drunken spaghetti is made by cooking the pasta in red wine almost like a risotto until you have plum coloured noodles with a slightly sweet and spicy wine flavor!
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Smoked Cream Cheese
Smoked Cream Cheese
Feeling cheesy? If I’m ever in the mood for a showstopping appetizer that’s ridiculously easy to make, I’ll throw this smoked cream cheese on the Traeger. Not only is it perfect for those all-important game night gatherings, but this tasty side dish is also ideal for lazy Sundays on the couch! Talk about a great all-rounder.
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Philly Cheesesteak
Philly Cheesesteak Recipe
These easy Philly Cheesesteaks are 100% dad approved! Tender bites of sirloin, sautéed peppers and onions, and melted provolone cheese are all cooked up in one skillet and loaded on toasted hoagie rolls.
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Low Carb Shakshuka
Low-Carb Shakshuka
Have you ever had shakshuka? It's so incredibly fun to say. And it might just be my new favorite way to eat eggs. This low-carb shakshuka recipe is a spin on the traditional, as I've added a protein, incorporated some south-of-the-border flavors, and loaded up the tomato sauce with lots of low-carb greens.
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Instant Pot Beef Ribs
Instant Pot Beef Ribs
Taking beef chuck riblets and pressure cooking them down into incredibly flavorful, tender strips of meaty goodness is a no-brainer. Allow your riblets adequate time to marinate and you'll have some of the tastiest, easiest instant pot beef ribs you've ever sunk your teeth into.
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Traeger Corn on the Cob
Traeger Corn on the Cob
There's nothing quite like a grilled fresh ear of corn in the summer. And when you make it on your Traeger grill, it's even better! Traeger corn on the cob is smoky, sweet, and delicious.
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Creamy Cajun Pasta
Creamy Cajun Pasta
Ready in 30-minutes, this Cajun Pasta recipe is made with a creamy Cajun sauce and andouille chicken sausage. This pasta is a little spicy, creamy, and full of flavor.
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Broiled Pineapple Swordfish Kabobs
Broiled Pineapple Swordfish Kabobs
These Pineapple Swordfish Kabobs are marinated in a delicious cilantro lime marinade first before being threaded onto skewers. Swordfish is a great choice for kabobs because it cooks up firm and holds up well on the skewers.
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Traeger Smoked Salmon
Traeger Smoked Salmon
Smoky and briny, and incredibly tender, this Traeger smoked salmon recipe makes a beautifully smoked salmon with great flavor that is perfect for any occasion! After smoking fish on your Traeger (or similar pellet grill), you’ll never want to go back to store-bought again. The smoking process is simple, and an easy dry brine ensures that the fish is perfectly seasoned and cured.
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Air Fryer Country Style Ribs
Air Fryer Country Style Ribs
BBQ ribs are always a hit on Father's Day. Air frying is a delicious way to get tender, juicy BBQ ribs without the usual long cooking times of the oven or grill. BBQ ribs are always a hit on Father's Day.
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Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce
Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce
Sweet, tangy, and zesty, Carolina Gold BBQ sauce is the perfect combination of flavors that has so many uses! The signature flavor of this mustard-based sauce is an amazing addition to your favorite barbecue dishes like pulled pork, ribs, chicken wings, and beef brisket.
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Smoked Pulled Pork
Smoked Pulled Pork
This smoked pulled pork is pork shoulder coated in a homemade spice rub, then smoked until tender. Serve your pulled pork butt as-is, or pile it into a roll to make pulled pork sandwiches!
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Cheesy Stuffed Garlic Bombs
Cheesy Stuffed Garlic Bombs (Using Biscuit Dough)
These Cheesy Stuffed Garlic Bombs are an easy and quick way to enjoy garlic knots but 1,000 times better! I use Pillsbury's canned biscuit dough because they yield an incredibly soft and tender dough every single time. A mouth watering snack to serve dad this Fathers Day!
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Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar
Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar
Sweet caramelized grilled pineapple with cinnamon sugar is a healthy, fat-free dessert that is fast and easy to make. This grilled pineapple recipe is a simple dessert that is frequently served in Brazilian Steakhouses but you can make it at home. The cinnamon and sugar get caramelized as the pineapple chars over the hot grill which elevates the flavors to a whole new level.
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Smoked Baked Beans
Smoked Baked Beans
Smoked baked beans are a classic BBQ side dish that's perfect for any occasion. They're hearty, flavorful, and can be made ahead of time. These smoky, sweet, and hearty beans are great hot or cold.
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Smoked Shotgun Shells
Smoked Shotgun Shells
’m always on the hunt for a delicious new recipe to try on the Traeger and these smoked shotgun shells are my new favorite thing! They’re essentially manicotti shells stuffed with glorious pepper jack cheese and sausage, wrapped in bacon, and smothered in Kansas City BBQ sauce.
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Low Carb Green Chicken Enchiladas
Low Carb Green Chicken Enchiladas
Low-carb green chicken enchiladas are the comfort food of comfort foods, the kind of meal everyone will look forward to (and request again and again). Make these entirely from scratch or opt for the easier method- I'm sharing both ways below so you can enjoy keto enchiladas any night of the week!
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Quick Pickled Jalapenos
Quick Pickled Jalapenos
Quick pickled jalapenos are the perfect condiment for all your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. They're also perfect for adding an extra kick to sandwiches, tacos, and salads. Slather them on your burgers of smoked Philly cheesesteaks!
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So there you have it, a mouthwatering selection of recipes for Father's Day. Whether your dad loves a classic steak or something a little more adventurous, we've got something for him. So fire up the grill, crack open a cold one, and get cooking!
Here are a few more tips for making sure your Father's Day meal is a hit:
- Take your time. Don't try to rush through cooking. Your dad will appreciate the effort you put into making him a delicious meal.
- Use fresh ingredients. Fresh ingredients make a big difference in the flavor of your food.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. Try a new recipe or add your own personal touch to a classic dish.
- Most importantly, have fun! Cooking for your dad should be a fun and enjoyable experience.
We hope you have a happy and delicious Father's Day!
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Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
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