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    What to serve with pizza at a party

    October 31, 2022 by SideDishGirl2019 Leave a Comment

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    What to serve with pizza at a party: Finding a side dish for pizza can be tricky but there are definitely some great side dishes that are easy to make and pair great with pizza. Find 20+ side dish recipes including cheesy bread, wings, Italian salad, and more in this post!

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    What to serve with pizza

    Pizza is a go-to main dish for birthday parties, game-day parties, block parties, etc. Almost everyone loves pizza and it's super easy to make (or order ;)). Whether you're serving pizza for a party or a family dinner, you'll find a fitting side dish in this post.

    In this post, you'll find a list of side dish ideas and then a list of 20+ side dish recipes to serve with pizza. This way, you'll have an idea of what you want to cook before looking at the recipes.

    TIP: Cutting pizza into squares instead of triangles allows for more pieces and serves more people!

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    • Expert tips
    • Items to serve with pizza at a party
    • Side dish ideas for pizza at a party
    • What sauces can you put on pizza?
    • What to serve with pizza at a party

    Expert tips

    What toppings can you put on pizza?

    There are classic toppings like pepperoni, sausage, Canadian bacon, etc. But you can also top pizza with veggies like peppers, olives, onions, mushrooms, lettuce, or even extra tomatoes! It's great to keep extra toppings on hand so your guests can customize their pizza!

    What dipping sauce is good with pizza?

    Everyone has their own opinion on dipping sauce for pizza, but here are a few delicious dipping sauce ideas! Marinara sauce, garlic butter, ranch, honey, tomato ketchup, and even mayonnaise!

    Is it better to cook pizza in the oven or on the grill?

    Cooking pizza on the grill will closely simulate an oven fire cooked pizza! If you have the option to cook your pizzas on the grill, you definitely should! If you don't have the option to cook pizza on the grill the oven will work just fine as well.

    Items to serve with pizza at a party

    Serving pizza at a party can be messy but it's fairly easy to manage. Here are a few things to keep on hand when serving pizza at a party:

    • napkins
    • paper plates
    • dipping sauces (see above)
    • extra toppings (see above)
    • parmesan cheese
    • extra spices (red pepper flakes, oregano, parsley, onion powder)
    • appropriate side dishes (see below)
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    Pizza side dishes

    Side dish ideas for pizza at a party

    Here are a few side dish ideas for pizza at a party:

    • mozzarella sicks
    • wings
    • side salad
    • garlic bread
    • texas toast
    • pigs in a blanket
    • chips and dip
    • cheesy bread
    • ravioli
    • onion rings
    • french fries

    What sauces can you put on pizza?

    Traditional pizza has marinara sauce but you can also use pesto, white garlic sauce, Alfredo sauce, ranch garlic sauce, hummus, and buffalo sauce! You can really get creative when cooking pizza!

    What to serve with pizza at a party

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    Italian Chopped Salad

    Using romaine, ditalini pasta, chicken, bacon, blue cheese, honey mustard, & more, makes this one of my favorite salad recipes!

    Photo Credit: fantabulosity.com

    Focaccia Bread

    An easy recipe that’s perfect to serve as a stand-alone side, as a sandwich, or even as an appetizer!

    Photo Credit: fantabulosity.com

    Pizza Monkey Bread

    This pepperoni pizza monkey bread is a delicious blend of bread, pepperoni, parmesan cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning, baked in a bundt pan creating a delicious appetizer or side dish recipe!

    Photo Credit: www.amummytoo.co.uk

    Bacon wrapped pigs in a blanket

    When you think of a festive dinner, what's one of the first side dishes that springs to mind? If you're a Brit, up amongst your favorites is almost certainly bacon-wrapped pigs in a blanket!

    Photo Credit: www.dinneratthezoo.com

    Pesto Pasta Salad

    This pesto pasta salad is pasta with mozzarella cheese, olives, tomatoes, and pine nuts, all tossed with fresh basil pesto.

    Photo Credit: culinaryginger.com

    Slow Cooker Orange Chicken Wings

    Slow cooker orange chicken wings are an easy and delicious accompaniment to pizza. Make them today in no time!

    Photo Credit: marleysmenu.com

    Texas Toast Garlic Bread From Scratch — Marley's Menu

    This Texas Toast Garlic Bread is buttery, crisp, and nostalgic! And with just 5 ingredients, it's the easiest and most delicious accompaniment to any meal.

    Photo Credit: www.thismamacooks.com

    Easy Fried Air Fryer Ravioli Recipe

    This fried air fryer ravioli recipe is easy to make. Dip these air fryer toasted ravioli in a marinara sauce as a party appetizer.

    Photo Credit: flavormosaic.com

    Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip (with Cream Cheese)

    This easy, Hot Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe, with no bleu cheese, is the best out there! Made with smooth cream cheese, Ranch dressing, spicy Frank’s hot sauce, gooey cheese, and juicy chicken.

    Photo Credit: easybudgetrecipes.com

    ROTEL Sausage Dip - a Cheesy Sausage Dip

    This Cheesy Mexican ROTEL Sausage Dip is always the first thing to go at parties! It’s super easy to make, serves 12-15 people, and costs just $7.78 to make!

    Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com

    Easy Sheet Pan Vegan Buffalo Chicken Nachos (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

    What's easier and more delicious than a big batch of sheet pan nachos? These Easy Sheet Pan Vegan Buffalo Chicken Nachos are gluten-free, allergy-free, & 100% meatless!

    Photo Credit: theforkedspoon.com

    Balsamic Tomato Basil Salad

    Made with garden-fresh tomatoes, spicy red onions, delicious sweet basil, and an easy three-ingredient balsamic dressing, this Tomato Basil Salad takes just 10 minutes to prepare from start to finish.

    Photo Credit: taoofspice.com

    Garlic Parmesan Bread Bites

    Served with marinara for dipping, these simple parmesan bread bites with lots of garlic are the perfect appetizer or side dish to serve alongside pizza, pasta, or salad.

    Photo Credit: www.cookedbyjulie.com

    Buffalo Shrimp (Crispy)

    Buffalo shrimp made in under 30 minutes! Super easy to make and packed with flavor.

    Photo Credit: www.cookedbyjulie.com

    Honey Lemon Pepper Wings (Video)

    These honey lemon pepper wings are seasoned and fried to perfection! They're perfect next to a big slice of pizza!

    Photo Credit: masalaandchai.com

    Cheesy Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread

    Cheesy Tandoori Chicken Garlic Bread is about to be a hit side dish at your next game day party! Crunchy, crusty bread is slathered with heaps of garlic butter, and then topped with delicious homemade Indian tandoori chicken.

    Photo Credit: bigdeliciouslife.com

    Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Fries

    Crispy crunchy garlic Parmesan air fryer zucchini fries are the perfect fun veggie side.

    Photo Credit: aubreyskitchen.com

    Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings

    Air fryer frozen chicken wings are super crispy, fast, and make the perfect appetizer or game-day snack!

    Photo Credit: aubreyskitchen.com

    Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

    Air fryer frozen french fries are super crispy and the perfect easy side dish or appetizer! Quick, easy and so much healthier than deep-fried french fries.

    Photo Credit: thecozycook.com

    Onion Rings Recipe

    This beer-battered onion rings recipe is easy to make from scratch with simple secrets for light and airy batter that’s extra crispy.

    Photo Credit: carmyy.com

    The Best Homemade Air Fryer Garlic Bread | Air Fryer Side Dish

    This super simple recipe for Air Fryer Garlic Bread makes the perfect buttery garlic bread. Ready in 5-10 minutes!

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