14 Easy NYE dinner party recipes

Ring in the New Year with recipes that look impressive but take minimal effort.

These 14 easy NYE dinner party dishes are perfect for hosting family and friends without spending the entire night in the kitchen.

From appetizers to mains and sides, each recipe brings flavor, elegance, and celebration to your table.

1. Garlic Butter Steak Bites

These juicy steak bites are seared in a rich garlic butter sauce and served hot in minutes — perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a quick main dish.

Ingredients

• 1 lb sirloin steak, cubed

• 3 tbsp butter

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• Salt & pepper

• Chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Season steak cubes with salt and pepper.

2. Heat butter in a skillet and add garlic.

3. Add steak cubes and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side.

4. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

2. Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

A spicy, creamy pasta dish perfect for a festive night. The Cajun seasoning gives it a bold, rich flavor.

Ingredients

• 300g pasta

• 1 lb shrimp

• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 cup Parmesan

• 1 chopped onion

Instructions

1. Cook pasta and set aside.

2. Season shrimp and sauté in butter.

3. Add onions, cream, and Parmesan.

4. Toss pasta in the sauce and serve warm.

3. Loaded Baked Potato Bites

Mini potato bites topped with cheese, bacon, and sour cream — perfect finger food for NYE.

Ingredients

• Small potatoes

• Olive oil

• Salt

• Cheddar cheese

• Cooked bacon bits

• Sour cream

• Chives

Instructions

1. Roast mini potatoes until tender.

2. Slice in half and scoop a little center out.

3. Add cheese and bacon, then broil.

4. Top with sour cream and chives.

4. Honey Garlic Chicken Drumsticks

Sticky, sweet, and full of flavor — these drumsticks are easy to prepare and delicious for a party atmosphere.

Ingredients

• 10 drumsticks

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 3 tbsp honey

• 4 garlic cloves

• 1 tbsp ginger

• Pepper

Instructions

1. Mix sauce ingredients and pour over drumsticks.

2. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 40 minutes.

3. Baste halfway through.

4. Serve warm.

5. Spinach Artichoke Dip Pull-Apart Bread

A soft bread stuffed with creamy spinach artichoke filling — simple but elegant.

Ingredients

• 1 round sourdough loaf

• 1 cup spinach

• 1 cup cream cheese

• ½ cup mozzarella

• ½ cup chopped artichoke

• Garlic powder

Instructions

1. Cut bread into crisscross slices.

2. Mix filling and stuff into the cuts.

3. Bake 20 minutes until gooey and warm.

6. Lemon Herb Baked Salmon

A light yet luxurious dish perfect for a holiday dinner party.

Ingredients

• 1 salmon fillet

• 2 lemons

• Olive oil

• Dill

• Garlic

• Salt & pepper

Instructions

1. Place salmon on foil.

2. Season, add lemon slices and dill.

3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.

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7. Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Rich, fluffy potatoes infused with butter and garlic — a comforting side dish for any NYE meal.

Ingredients

• 5 potatoes

• 4 tbsp butter

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 4 cloves garlic

Instructions

1. Boil potatoes and garlic.

2. Mash with butter and cream.

3. Season and serve.

8. One-Pan Herb Butter Chicken & Veggies

An all-in-one dish that saves time and cleans up effortlessly.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs

• Carrots

• Potatoes

• Herb butter

• Olive oil

• Rosemary

Instructions

1. Arrange everything on a baking sheet.

2. Drizzle with oil and herb butter.

3. Bake 45 minutes until golden.

9. Baked Brie with Cranberry Jam

A classy and simple appetizer that melts beautifully and pairs perfectly with crackers.

Ingredients

• 1 wheel of brie

• 3 tbsp cranberry jam

• Pecans

• Puff pastry (optional)

Instructions

1. Top brie with jam & nuts.

2. Bake 12 minutes until soft.

3. Serve with crackers or bread.

10. Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Crispy wings coated in a buttery garlic parmesan sauce — great for finger food lovers.

Ingredients

• Chicken wings

• Salt and pepper

• Butter

• Garlic

• Parmesan

Instructions

1. Season wings and bake until crispy.

2. Melt butter with garlic.

3. Toss wings in garlic butter, add parmesan.

11. Caprese Skewers

A fresh, no-cook appetizer that adds color and elegance to your table.

Ingredients

• Cherry tomatoes

• Mozzarella balls

• Basil leaves

• Balsamic glaze

Instructions

1. Thread tomato, mozzarella, and basil onto skewers.

2. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

12. Shrimp Fried Rice

Quick, flavorful, and perfect for feeding many guests.

Ingredients

• Cooked rice

• Shrimp

• Peas & carrots

• Soy sauce

• Eggs

• Sesame oil

Instructions

1. Sauté shrimp and veggies.

2. Add rice and soy sauce.

3. Scramble eggs and mix everything together.

13. Mini Beef Sliders

Small, juicy burgers perfect for party guests to grab and enjoy.

Ingredients

• Ground beef

• Mini buns

• Cheese slices

• Salt & pepper

• Lettuce & tomato

Instructions

1. Shape mini patties and season.

2. Cook until browned.

3. Assemble sliders with cheese and toppings.

14. Sparkling Berry Mocktail

A refreshing and festive drink to toast the New Year.

Ingredients

• Sparkling water

• Berry syrup or juice

• Frozen berries

• Mint

Instructions

1. Add berry syrup to a glass.

2. Pour chilled sparkling water.

3. Add frozen berries and mint.