I'm Making These 21 Fourth of July Recipes Again—They Were That Good

I’m making these Fourth of July recipes again this year because they were just that good—like, gone-in-minutes good. You know how picky my crowd can be, and even they were asking for seconds (and the recipes). From mains to sides to desserts, everything just worked. Trust me, these dishes are coming back for round two this year, no question.

Grilled Pork Kabobs With Fresh Peaches

Pork removed from a skewer on a platter. — Grilled Pork Kabobs With Fresh Peaches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Tender pieces of pork are paired with juicy chunks of peaches for a fresh summertime take on classic Pork Kabobs.
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Bacon Chicken Bites

Baked chicken bites on a wire rack. — Bacon Chicken Bites. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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Chicken bites wrapped in bacon served with Boursin and jalapeño and you have a melt-in-your-mouth, amazing low carb appetizer.
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The Juiciest Bone In Grilled Pork Chops

A grilled pork chop next to a sweet potato on a plate. — The Juiciest Bone In Grilled Pork Chops. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Perfect, juicy grilled pork chops in less than 20 minutes! You never need to have dry pork chops again! (Easy recipe!)
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Grilled Potato Wedges In Just 20 Minutes

Someone dipping a potato into a bowl of sauce. — Grilled Potato Wedges In Just 20 Minutes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This easy, 20-minute grilled potato wedges recipe makes light and pillowy potatoes that are crispy on the outside.
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Taco Chicken, Chicken Marinated In Taco Seasoning

Grilled chicken breast slices topped with a creamy white sauce, served on a decorative plate with a fresh lime wedge on the side—perfect for those seeking healthy grilled dinners. — Taco Chicken, Chicken Marinated In Taco Seasoning. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

With just a packet of taco seasoning and lime juice, you can make tender and flavorful Taco Chicken. It’s an easy week night dinner you can cook on the grill for a healthy dinner. Also great if you want to make into chicken tacos.
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Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped In Bacon

A platter of bacon wrapped stuffed dates. — Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped In Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Dates stuffed with blue cheese and a spicy glaze that will get your attention. Throw these dates wrapped in bacon together in 15 minutes.
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Spiral Hot Dogs

Nothing says summer like grilled hot dogs. Improve an American classic with spiral hot dogs for a crispy surface that’s delicious.
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Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches

Baked zucchini appetizers on a baking sheet. — Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Serve a zucchini appetizer right out of the oven or at room temperature, baked in prepared phyllo cups, they’re a breeze to make.
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Smash Burgers With Special Sauce

Two Smash burgers in buns with sauce. — Smash Burgers With Special Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

There’s nothing better than a juicy hamburger with crispy edges, a SMASH Burger. All it needs is some cheese and SPECIAL SAUCE.
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Corn And Peach Salsa

A bowl of easy-to-make salsa with the perfect balance of peaches, tomatoes, and corn. — Corn and Peach Salsa. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Fresh peaches, tomatoes and corn are combined for a fresh and healthy salsa. Corn and Peach Salsa is a perfect summer appetizer.
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Super Tender Grilled Skirt Steak

Skirt steak sliced on a cutting board. — Super Tender Grilled Skirt Steak. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Infused with tequila, soy sauce, and brown sugar, this skirt steak recipe yields juicy and flavorful meat every time.
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Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli

A slider being removed from a pan. — Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Juicy ham, melted Swiss cheese and aioli on soft Hawaiian rolls, baked to perfection and topped with a flavorful butter mixture. A great snack for 4th of July.
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Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe

A white platter full of grilled chicken drumsticks and thighs. — Grilled Chicken Drumsticks Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Chicken Drumsticks on Grill are cooked over indirect heat for the most tender and juicy drumsticks or thighs.
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Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans

Cheese balls with a toothpick on a tray. — Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

One of the most famous of Southern treats, these Pimento Cheese Balls are tangy, cheesy, and creamy—and the perfect appetizer for any event.
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Grilled Bbq Pork Tenderloin

A pork tenderloin sliced and covered in bbq sauce. — Grilled Bbq Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This simple Grilled BBQ Pork Tenderloin recipe is super simple to make without sacrificing flavor or spending hours over a hot grill!
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Slow Cooker Bourbon Bbq Pulled Chicken

Two pulled pork sandwiches on soft white rolls are served on a round metal plate, placed on a patterned cloth napkin with a dark background—perfect for enjoying classic game day foods. — Slow Cooker Bourbon Bbq Pulled Chicken. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Slow Cooker Bourbon Pulled Chicken is perfect for Fourth of July or any time you’re feeding a crowd. It makes the best sliders.
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Easy Grilled Ranch Chicken Recipe

Grilled Ranch Chicken skewers with char marks on a textured dark surface, served beside a bowl of creamy dipping sauce and a small sprig of greenery in the corner. — Easy Grilled Ranch Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Fire up the grill and make some easy chicken kabobs the whole family will love. This super easy grilled ranch chicken recipe is a game changer.
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Grilled Dates Stuffed With Goat Cheese

A platter of grilled dates. — Grilled Dates Stuffed With Goat Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Grilled dates stuffed with goat cheese and then wrapped with prosciutto, the perfect marriage of salty and sweet. Cook them on the grill for an easy appetizer for Memorial Day dishes.
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Stuffed Roasted Peppers

A black platter full of mini stuffed peppers. — Stuffed Roasted Peppers. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Cheese stuffed roasted peppers with a Muenster cheese and sausage filling is not just spicy but bursting with flavor.
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Antipasto Grilled Shrimp Salad

This Antipasto Grilled Shrimp Salad is a delicious and healthy way to get in those greens! If you love all the tastes from an antipasto platter, you’ll love this salad!
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Sweet And Saucy Bbq Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe

Six baked slider sandwiches with golden-brown tops are arranged closely on parchment paper. Perfect for game day potluck recipes, these sliders are stuffed with shredded meat and cheese, and the shiny tops look brushed with butter. — Sweet And Saucy Bbq Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Perfect party appetizers for Memorial Day, pulled pork sliders with a sweet and tangy barbecue sandwich sauce, melted cheese, on sweet Hawaiian slider buns.
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