Appetizers, finger foods, healthy snacks, main courses, and even recipes on a budget... all the ideal selections for game day. Wow your guests with all of these recipes for football season!
For sport fans, the season is never really over. We just wait around for pre-season, analyze talent and dispute all smack talk until the next season rolls around. No matter what team you root for, good food plays a major factor when watching the game.
If you don’t know already, I am a die-hard Alabama Football fan and a pro at tailgating. Give me my ‘Bama shaker, cold beer and yummy food and I will watch football all day long.
I never like to show up to any party empty-handed! Whether you are serving up a football feast or just hosting large hangout, these recipes are easy to make and sure to please a crowd.
Ultimate List of Game Day Food
Best Game Day Food
The recipes below are my own tried and true game day snacks and appetizers. These are the must-haves on your menu for the super bowl or any other NFL or college football game day celebration.
BBQ Baked Chicken Wings
Baked instead of fried, these chicken wings are tender on the inside and covered with perfectly sticky BBQ sauce on the outside. Nothing quite says gameday like these oven-baked wings!
Pulled Pork Nachos Recipe
Pulled Pork Nachos are layered with delicious pulled pork, potato chips, crisp onion and cheese! It’s an awesome addition to a game day menu, a quick appetizer or a casual weeknight meal.
Oven Roasted Pork Shoulder
An oven roasted pork shoulder, cooked low and slow, yields beautifully shredded pork. This recipe is great for sandwiches, potlucks and makes great leftovers!
How to Cook Brisket in the Oven
Learn how to make a juicy, tender beef brisket in the oven! Low and slow, this whole brisket is cooked overnight and yields a perfectly shreddable cut of meat for sandwiches or BBQ. No smoker necessary!
How to Make Easy Twice-Baked Potatoes
Stuffed twice-baked potatoes are a family favorite! Savory baked potato shells are split and stuffed with fluffy loaded mashed potatoes, then baked again for double the deliciousness and a perfectly crispy crust. So many flavors and textures like bacon bits, melty cheese, and chives make this easy recipe a grill master’s best friend!
Grilled Pork Chop Recipe
This recipe is perfect for beautiful days, relaxing on the deck with friends and family. Tender, juicy with a beautifully seared exterior, using a cast iron grill pan on the grill makes the best chops!
Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip is a classic party food! So creamy, delicious and easy to put together, you can assemble and bake this crowd pleaser in less than one hour.
How to Make a Charcuterie Board
An impressive charcuterie board is the secret for easy entertaining! Piled high with meats, cheeses, olives and other snacks, this elegant appetizer can be as extravagant or as simple as you like.
More Game Day Snacks and Appetizers
Need more recipes to fill out your game day menu? Try these recipes from trusted bloggers around the globe.
Air Fryer Salt and Vinegar Wings
Air Fryer Salt and Vinegar Wings are a new favorite. They are perfect for Game Day because they aren't too messy.
Crock-Pot Turkey Chili
This Healthy Crock-Pot Turkey Chili is boldly flavored without being too spicy! It’s so easy in the slow cooker, or on the stovetop. Make a big, double or triple batch for parties or for meal prep freezer meals!
Beef Taco Dip
Simple taco inspired ingredients transform this beef dip into a flavor packed, creamy appetizer. You can use the leftovers as a filling for quesadillas or enchiladas.
Spicy Cheddar Pub Cheese
Spicy Cheddar Pub Cheese is an easy beer cheese dip that’s soft and creamy with big cheddar cheese flavor! It’s the perfect snack for Game Day!
Chorizo Queso Dip
Chorizo Queso Dip is made from just three ingredients! This creamy, cheesy, gluten free dip recipe will be the hit of your next tailgate party.
Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
This easy slow cooker (crockpot) Buffalo Chicken Dip – real chicken recipe – is the best. In this cream cheese chicken dip recipe, the melding of cheese, dressing, hot sauce, and chicken does something wonderful in your mouth that is almost irresistible.
Buffalo Ranch Football Cheese Ball
You’re guaranteed touchdown status at your next game day party with this Buffalo Ranch Football Cheese Ball! This crazy easy appetizer can be made in advance and is portable and DELICIOUS!
7 Layer Taco Dip
7 layers of Mexican inspired flavor that is so delicious! This dip is gluten-free and optionally dairy-free and paleo!
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Emmie
Friday 5th of October 2018
Ok, so now I'm super hungry! The chicken dip is really great, always a crowd pleaser.
Anna Kate
Tuesday 9th of October 2018
Yep! It's a tailgate staple.