These Football Party Food Recipes are the BEST easy and delicious recipes for a game day crowd! Everything from homemade nachos and chicken wings, to small bite appetizers, cold and warm dips, we’ve definitely got the perfect recipe for your football party!
If you’re looking for a crash course in easy appetizers and small-bite wonders for a football watch party, THIS is definitely the recipe collection for you! These recipes are tried-and-true crowd-pleasers…think cheesy dips, perfectly crispy wings, crunchy nachos loaded with all the toppings, and more! They’re simple to prep, serve, and enjoy (even while cheering for your favourite team!).
- Save your sanity by prepping ahead: Make cold dips the day before, season wings and store them in the fridge, and prep warm appetizers ahead so all you have to do is bake or reheat before kickoff.
- Serve a variety: Mix up fresh dishes like homemade salsa or pico de gallo with hearty options like meatballs, steak bites, or sliders to please every appetite.
- Don’t serve everything at once: Keep guests grazing! Start with cold snacks and dips, then bring out warm dishes one by one throughout the game. If they’re prepped and ready to heat, you won’t miss a single play!
1
Air Fryer Chicken Wings
This Air Fryer Chicken Wings recipe is easy to make in minutes with basic pantry ingredients – hot wings, honey garlic, or extra crispy.
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2
Baked Buffalo Chicken Ranch Dip
This Buffalo Chicken Ranch Dip is a delicious & easy baked appetizer that's perfect for a crowd! It's creamy, spicy, & packed with chicken & ranch flavour!
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3
Spinach Artichoke Dip
This easy Spinach Artichoke Dip recipe is a simple baked appetizer that's delicious served with chips, crackers, or cut veggies.
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4
Pretzel bites
This homemade Pretzel Bites recipe makes the BEST German-style soft pretzel bites – easy to make with basic ingredients – no lye required!
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5
Pigs in a Blanket
Make this super easy party appetizer in under 30 minutes! Everybody's favourite Pigs in a Blanket recipe made easy with only a few basic ingredients!
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6
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken
This Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken is easy to make in 20 minutes! It's so juicy and spicy, with the best buffalo flavour! Low carb & Keto!
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7
Mini Cheese Ball Bites
An easy make-ahead appetizer or snack recipe, this Mini Cheese Ball Bites recipe is the perfect appetizer for cheese lovers made 3 ways: Cranberry & Pecan, Bacon & Ranch, and Honey Sesame!
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8
Nachos
The perfect loaded nachos are made with your favourite toppings! This nacho recipe is the ultimate guide to making crispy restaurant-style nachos.
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9
Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
These Italian Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms are the perfect simple savoury appetizer that's low carb – packed with cheese and Italian Sausage!
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10
French Onion Dip
A creamy caramelized onion dip for serving with chips or cut veggies this homemade French Onion Dip recipe is the perfect party dip appetizer!
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11
Buffalo Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce
Buffalo Roasted Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce is the perfect healthy game day appetizer or savoury snack! This roasted cauliflower recipe is low carb and gluten-free.
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12
Pinwheels
Made with tortillas, meat, cheese, and veggies, this Pinwheels recipe makes the perfect snack, appetizer for any occasion!
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13
Beer Cheese Sauce
This Beer Cheese Sauce recipe is rich, creamy, & flavoured with sharp cheddar. Enjoy it on veggies, potatoes, pasta, or as an appetizer dip!
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14
Cowboy Caviar
An easy-to-make dip packed with black beans, corn, avocado and tomatoes, this Cowboy Caviar is the best fresh homemade salsa dip recipe!
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15
Slow Cooker Nuts and Bolts Snack Mix
This Slow Cooker Nuts and Bolts Snack Mix is a delicious, homemade savoury snack for the holidays or game day! Easy to make in your Crock Pot!
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16
Air Fryer Steak Bites
This Air Fryer Steak Bites recipe is a quick and delicious snack, appetizer, or main dish that's juicy, tender and perfect for dipping! Add them to sandwiches, wraps, salads, or pasta, or enjoy them dipped in garlic butter. Ready in 10 minutes!
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17
Pico de Gallo
Made with fresh tomatoes, cilantro, onion, jalapeño and lime, this homemade Pico de Gallo recipe is the perfect refreshing & tangy Mexican condiment or dip!
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18
Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip
This Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip is the perfect dip for veggies and chips – it's savoury, creamy and packed with cheese and bacon!
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19
Easy Restaurant Style Salsa
A fresh homemade blender salsa that's perfect for serving with all your favourite Mexican foods – this Easy Restaurant Style Salsa recipe is the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
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20
Mac and Cheese
This Homemade Mac and Cheese recipe is the best old fashioned baked macaroni and cheese recipe – it's an easy baked mac and cheese casserole with a creamy cheese sauce & crispy topping!
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