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Still planning your menu for the big game? Look no further than these 85 delicious game-day recipes. From dips and small bites to main dishes and desserts, we’ve got everything you need to throw the best game-day party in town.
I’ve never been super into watching football, despite being a big fan of game-day snacks.
But now that I’m parenting a certified Swiftie and Taylor’s dating The Guy on the Chiefs…well, let’s just say that the big game is a little bit more on my radar than usual this year.
The food is still the most important part of any game-day party, though, if you ask me. I love loading up on a plate full of chips and dips, but will also never say no to a great sandwich or bowl of chili or helping of cheesy potatoes.
Whether you’re planning a party for the big game or are cooking for your family at home, I’ve pulled together 75+ of the best game-day recipes. From dips to mains to sides and desserts, I’ve got you covered for anything you could possibly want to serve.
Game-Day Dips
My favorite thing at any party is a good dip. I could (and have) make a meal from just chips and dip!
Below are some of my very favorite dip recipes that are perfect for game day. From cold dips to hot dips, there’s a little something here for everybody.
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
4.41 from 5 ratings
Toss all of the ingredients for this slow cooker buffalo chicken dip in your crockpot and enjoy perfectly hot buffalo chip in just a couple of hours.
This delicious French onion dip is the perfect appetizer or party recipe. Filled with lots of homemade caramelized onions, garlic, fresh herbs, and sour cream. You’ll love this simple and easy dip!
This hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is rich, creamy, and cheesy, baked with a buttery panko topping for extra flavor and texture. This homemade version is sure to rival even your favorite restaurant’s dip!
This Rotel Sausage Dip only needs 4 ingredients to make an addicting cheesy dip for any occasion. Combine sausage, Velveeta, Rotel, and jalapenos for the easiest melty cheese dip!
Baked Potato Dip is a simple and delicious game-day snack! Packed full of all of the toppings you'd normally find on a loaded baked potato, this dip is amazing with potato chips or even waffle fries.
If you love snacking on veggies and dip, this Homemade Ranch Dip recipe is for you! It’s easy to make and goes great with everything from fresh veggies and chips to wings.
If you love jalapeño poppers, you’ll love this dippable version! Jalapeño Popper Dip is easy to make, deliciously cheesy, and perfect for everything from parties to movie night to game day.
Fiesta ranch dip is a zesty take on everyone’s classic. Dress up homemade ranch seasoning with corn, Rotel, and cheese for a dip that will disappear in a flash at your next party.
This simple Spicy Guacamole recipe is made with avocados, tomatoes, jalapeño, lime, garlic, cilantro, and an extra kick from Sriracha. Make this guacamole as mild or as spicy as you like!
Cute and so very poppable, small bites are so much fun to make and eat. Grab your favorite platter or serving board and load it up with some of these small bite recipes!
Bacon-Wrapped Little Smokies
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Bacon, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper combine for a sweet-and-spicy bite in these easy bacon-wrapped little smokies.
Are you looking for the perfect snack board to enjoy during game days? This Super Bowl Charcuterie Board has not just one cheesy dip but two that are bursting with flavor!
These classic deviled eggs are always a hit at any gathering. Make these for your next party or cookout and watch them disappear in the blink of an eye!
Made with frozen bread dough, this Pepperoni Bread is an easy and fun recipe to make. Serve it as an appetizer or as an entree alongside a big salad for a fun take on pizza night.
Sausage Balls are savory, cheesy, and dippable, perfect as an appetizer or as part of a game-day spread! Make them with store-bought or homemade Bisquick mix.
These warm, salty pretzel bites are tender on the inside and wonderfully crispy on the outside. They are the perfect game day snack that will keep you and yours coming back for more.
Spinach Artichoke Bites use just two ingredients to make an incredibly easy appetizer! These bites are perfect for a holiday party or even adding to a game-day spread.
A popcorn lover’s dream, a sweet and salty snack known as Chicago Mix Popcorn! This gourmet popcorn mix is a cheesy and sweet combination that’s great for movie nights, super bowl parties, family gatherings, or showers.
Breaded in savory parmesan breadcrumbs and made perfectly crispy in the air fryer, these air fryer zucchini chips are a delicious appetizer or side dish.
There’s absolutely nothing wrong with putting out a game-day spread of just dips and small bites. But if you want to round things out and offer your guests more of a full meal, we’ve got options for that!
Sliders are one of my absolute favorite party foods because they can bridge the gap between appetizers and main dishes. But let’s not forget other mains like chili, sandwiches, and even hot chicken.
Cheesy Roast Beef Sliders
4.86 from 7 ratings
Cheesy roast beef sliders are about to become your new favorite game-day snack. Topped with caramelized onions, a tangy sauce, and plenty of cheese, these sliders are an at-home version of your favorite fast food roast beef sandwich.
Want to up your grilling game? Use this recipe for the best grilled chicken marinade to make your grilled chicken super juicy and flavorful and wait for the compliments to roll in!
These hot Ham and Cheese Sliders come together in a snap and are easy to make for the big game! Serve them up alongside your favorite game day snacks for a buffet that everyone will love.
This grinder sandwich is the absolute best sub sandwich you’ve ever had. The secret to this amazing sandwich is the tangy dressing that goes on top, as made famous on TikTok!
Buffalo Chicken Sliders are reminiscent of your favorite buffalo chicken dip, but in a hand-held slider form! These sliders have just the right amount of spicy buffalo sauce, melty cheese, and creamy ranch topped with a crispy bun. Make them for any get together and watch them disappear!
This is the ultimate Nashville Hot Chicken Recipe! Crispy golden fried chicken gets a coating of hot spices taking it over the top. This tastes as delicious as the Best Hot chicken in Nashville!
Philly Cheesesteak Sliders are a fun and easy weeknight dinner or game-day finger food! Get all the flavors of your favorite cheesesteak sandwich in a slider size.
If you love baked potatoes with all the fixings, then you’ll love this soup! Loaded Baked Potato Soup is thick and creamy, packed with cheese, bacon, and sour cream.
These easy, cheesy meatball sliders are the perfect marriage between meatball subs and Hawaiian roll sliders. Whip these up with homemade meatballs or frozen meatballs for a weeknight dinner or a game-day snack.
This simple and easy Instant Pot ground chicken chili is the perfect cool winter weather soup. Easy to throw together, packed full of flavor, and ready in just about 30 minutes.
Do you ever just get a craving for a fast-food burger? These easy Cheeseburger Sliders are quick to make and taste just like your favorite fast-food cheeseburger!
Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast is absolute comfort food! Serve this tangy pot roast with potatoes or egg noodles for a meal the whole family will love.
Italian Beef Sandwiches are easy to make using the Crockpot. Topped with cheese and giardiniera, these sandwiches are a cozy comfort food for a dinner or game day snack.
Pizza Sliders make it easy to have pizza night any night of the week! These simple Hawaiian roll sliders can be made with your family’s favorite pizza toppings for a meal that will put a smile on everyone’s face.
Homemade sloppy joes are super satisfying and come together with minimal effort. They’re a quick and easy weeknight dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!
If you love Chipotle’s barbacoa, you have to try this simple and delicious slow cooker recipe. It’s perfect for tacos, nachos, burritos and so much more.
Easy Crockpot Pulled Pork spends the day slow cooking in a tangy cider vinegar sauce for pulled pork that is not only tender and flavorful, it’s as easy as can be.
I’ll admit, when we’re talking about game-day recipes, we are probably using the word “salad” loosely. But there’s nothing wrong with a good salad alongside your other sides and game-day snacks! Try these side dishes to help round out your menu for the big game.
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
4.80 from 5 ratings
Packed with bacon, veggies, cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing, this bacon ranch pasta salad is a must for your next cookout.
Creamy Grape Salad is the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and refreshing! Crunchy grapes, tangy cream cheese, and toasted pecans make this easy salad a delightful side dish or dessert.
One Pot Mac and Cheese is a quick and easy recipe you’ll turn to again and again! Serve it as a side dish or add some broccoli and protein to make it a meal.
Packed with veggies, salami, and cheese and tossed with zesty Italian dressing, this Italian pasta salad makes for the perfect lunch or summer side dish!
You can’t have a cookout without potato salad! This easy potato salad recipe is creamy, tangy, and so delicious alongside all of your favorite summer foods.
This easy coleslaw recipe will quickly become your new slaw go-to! Serve this simple coleslaw with everything from pulled pork to fish tacos to buffalo chicken sliders and more. You’ll be sure to turn to it time and again this summer!
Watergate Salad is loaded with pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, miniature marshmallows, and pecans. It’s perfect for a Spring get-together or mid-week dessert.
Hash Brown Casserole comes together in less than 10 minutes with just a few simple ingredients. It’s the perfect side dish for potlucks, barbecues, and even brunch.
Old Fashioned Baked Beans are hearty enough to eat as a meal and make a great dish for potlucks. These baked beans are easy to make but taste like they simmered all day long!
Amish Macaroni Salad is a potluck classic! This pasta salad combines cooked macaroni, hard boiled eggs, crispy veggies and a creamy dressing for a side dish your friends will ask for again and again.
It’s not a party without something sweet! These dessert recipes are all totally game-day friendly – easy to make and easy to serve to a crowd. From sweet dips to cookie bars, your friends and family will love these sweet bites.
Snickers Dip
4.84 from 6 ratings
This rich, tangy dip is packed with all of the flavors of your favorite candy bar. Serve Snickers dip at your next party with pretzels, fruit, or graham crackers for a fun and easy dessert.
Looking for a rich, impressive dessert that’s still easy to make? Look no further than this brownie trifle! Layers of fudgy brownies, chocolatey filling, whipped topping, and toffee bits combine for a beautiful and delicious trifle.
Funfetti Cookies are colorful cookies that kids and adults will love! Roll these easy cake mix cookies in nonpareils for an extra pop of color and texture.
This trick for making The Easiest Salted Caramel Brownies is one you’ll return to again and again! Keep these ingredients on hand for quickly throwing together brownies that everyone will love.
S’mores Dip is always a party favorite! Dig into this combo of melty chocolate and gooey, toasted marshmallows with graham crackers, fruit, or your favorite cookies.
Sugar Cookie Bars are all the chewy goodness of your favorite sugar cookies but in an easy-to-make bar form! Top them with sweet buttercream frosting and your favorite sprinkles for a fun dessert everyone will love.
Monster cookie bars couldn’t be easier to make. This sweet treat is a great way to use up leftover candy and bakes up in no time to make your littlest monsters happy!
This nutella fruit dip is creamy, chocolatey, and delicious with everything from fruit to pound cake. Make it for an afternoon snack or add it to your next party menu!
Chocolate Chip Cookies with Brown Butter and Toffee
4.25 from 8 ratings
These big, chewy cookies are loaded with dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate toffee bits, and brown butter for maximum flavor. These chocolate chip cookies with brown butter and toffee may just become your favorite cookie yet!
Use up some of that leftover Halloween candy with these Snickers brownies! Super fudgy brownies filled with pieces of fun-sized Snickers bars make for a perfectly decadent treat.
Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats are the perfect no-bake treat for any chocolate lover. These soft, gooey cereal treats, packed with Cocoa Krispies and chocolate chips, will take you back to your childhood with just one bite!
Cowboy cookies are a hearty variation on an oatmeal chocolate chip cookie. Packed with oats, chocolate chips, coconut, and pecans, these chewy cookies are anything but ordinary.
Don’t forget about drinks when you’re planning your game-day menu! Check out these cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks made for all ages.
Watermelon Lemonade
5 from 2 ratings
Homemade watermelon lemonade is one of the most refreshing summer drinks you could make! This sweet-tart lemonade is bursting with the flavor of fresh watermelon. Serve it as-is or dress it up with vodka or gin for a simple cocktail.