Must-Make Easy Recipes for Game Day! (2024)

No game's complete without some tasty snacks, right? But who wants to spend all the game time in the kitchen? Well ... have your snacks and enjoy the big game, too, with these must-make EASY recipes for game day! With these 18 tasty ideas, there's sure to be a few ... or 18 ... you'll love.

Click on the title of the dish above each photo to get the full recipe. Enjoy!

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Bacon Crack from Lovefoodies

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Whip up a big pan of this bacon crack a few days before the big game to all the prep work is done. Then just put out a plate of the deliciousness to nibble on while you try not to yell at the refs.

3-Ingredient Crescent Sausage Bitesfrom The Kitchen is My Playground


These tasty little bites are always a hit, no matter where I bring them. They're one of my go-to party snacks. Whip them up with three simple ingredients and about 15 minutes in the oven. Bonus ... they taste great both hot straight from the oven and at room temperature, so making them a bit before the game is no problem.

Creamy Dill Pickle Potato Chip Dip from Hot Eats and Cool Reads

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You seriously can't go wrong with a simple potato chip dip ... and this dill pickle version from Hot Eats and Cool Reads looks just divine.

{copycat} Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeño Dip from Who Needs A Cape?

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Hot and spicy deliciousness! Just pair this easy dip with a big bag of chips for some tasty snacking fun.

Pizza Tarts from Life Currents

Jalapeno Pepper Jack Sausage Ballsfrom The Kitchen is My Playground

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Spice up those classic sausage balls with Pepper Jack and pickled jalapeno!Jalapeno Pepper Jack Sausage Ballsbring the heat to everyone's favorite little party nibble.

Wings with Angry Sauce from Noshing With The Nolands

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Wow, that angry sauce looks delicious! Bet it will make your mouth anything but angry to gobble it up.

Homemade Loaded Potato Skins from Blessed Beyond Crazy

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Prep the potatoes the day before to make loading up these tasty skins super easy on game day.

Hot Crab Dip from Serena Bakes Simply from Scratch

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Anything that makes a big batch makes game day snacking prep for a crowd just that much easier. This hot crab dip fits the big-batch bill, for sure. Mix it up the night before and bake right before game time for even simpler game day prep.

BBQ Bacon Wrapped Meatballs from Savory Experiments

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Meatballs and bacon in one little bite? Yes, please! Wrap the meatballs the day before, and then just pop them in the oven a little before you're ready to enjoy your snacks.

Cheesy Hot Corn Dipfrom The Kitchen is My Playground

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Can you open a can of corn and shred some cheese? Then you can make this super easy, super easy hot corn dip! It can be mixed up the night before if you'd like, too, to make your game day just that much easier.

from The Kitchen is My Playground

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You can cook your own shrimp for this ahead of time, or buy them already cooked for even easier prep. Then just pile the shrimp on some cream cheese with co*cktail sauce, and you've got one very tasty shrimp dip.

from The Kitchen is My Playground

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Three simple ingredients, make-ahead prep, and yummy flavor make these {cute} little salami bites a big hit with preppers and snackers alike.

Cajun Pretzelsfrom The Kitchen is My Playground

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Careful ~ these Cajun Pretzels are addictively delicious! Whip up a big batch several days ahead of the big game and you're good to go.

Dill Pickle Bitesfrom The Kitchen is My Playground

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Wrap these little roll ups the day before, and just slice into bites at game time. I must admit, these are one of my absolute favorite game day {or anytime} snacks.

Antipasto Platterfrom The Kitchen is My Playground

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The best of just-assemble-it game day snacking! Slice up some crusty bread to go alongside, and you're done.

BLT Dipfrom The Kitchen is My Playground

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Don't bother to fry bacon for this creamy BLT dip ... it actually tastes better made with a good old bottle of store-bought bacon bits! So easy.

from The Kitchen is My Playground

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Baked in a mini muffin pan, these little puffs take no time at all to whip up. Serve with some jarred pizza or spaghetti sauce for dipping.

from The Kitchen is My Playground

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Grab some baby dills or pickled okra, deli ham, & flavored cream cheese to whip up a platter of these fun little bites in no time!

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Must-Make Easy Recipes for Game Day! (2024)

FAQs

What food is good for football games? ›

  • EGG ROLLS. Meatball Sub Egg Rolls. Pickle Egg Rolls. Cheeseburger Egg Rolls. Mac & Cheese Egg Rolls.
  • POTATO SKINS. Potato Skin Bites. Tex-Mex Potato Skins. Cheesesteak Potato Skins = The Ultimate Party App. Big Mac Potato Skins.
  • BITES. Pigs In A Blanket. Mac & Cheese Pizza Bites. Pepper Jelly & Cream Cheese Bites.

What is the most popular food at football games? ›

Chicken wings are the most popular game day food in NFL cities during the season — with a 25% increase in average order volume on Sundays in the season compared to Sundays out of the season.

What is the number one football food? ›

Bone-In Wings

If you Google "best Super Bowl foods," there's no doubt wings will come up as the number one answer. Saucy, sloppy and spicy, the bone-in bangers have become almost synonymous with the big game. Enjoy them with creamy ranch, warm buffalo sauce or naked with a smoky spice rub.

What is the most popular food eaten on Big game Sunday? ›

#1- Wings. According to the National Chicken Council, 1.45 billion chicken wings are expected to be consumed for Super Bowl Sunday. They're an easy, shareable food item that comes in many different options, such as garlic parmesan, lemon pepper, cajun, and many many more.

What not to eat before a game? ›

Before a game, some athletes also avoid fatty, foods that are slow to digest and try to eat mainly familiar, easily digested, high carbohydrate foods. High-fiber foods such as raw vegetables, seaweed, and mushrooms tend to cause a buildup of gas, so athletes have to avoid eating too much of them.

What to cook for football team? ›

We're talking football favorites like tons of buffalo chicken recipes, never-ending party dips, and loaded nachos or cheese fries fit for a crowd! After all, everyone knows your Super Bowl party is only as good as what's on the food table.

How do you feed a football team on a budget? ›

Spaghetti Bar: A Spaghetti Bar is a simple and easy to meal to make. Simply make large batches of spaghetti noodles, then place out different sauces. You can do a homemade fettucini and chicken sauce, pesto and chicken or a traditional meat sauce.

What do NFL players eat for dinner? ›

A typical NFL player's dinner may include some of the following:
  • Brown rice.
  • Salmon.
  • Broccoli.
  • Chicken breast.
  • Potatoes.
  • Pasta.
  • Green beans.
  • Salad.

What you should eat on game day? ›

Nutrition for Athletes Before Game Time

“Eat a bigger meal with plenty of fluids, especially water,” says Turner. “An athlete's plate should be half full of starch, a quarter protein, and a quarter non-starchy vegetables. With more than 2 hours before game time, I suggest having a more substantial meal.

What should be included in a game night? ›

The Best Game Ideas for an Adult Game Night
  • Jackbox Games. Ideal for homes with limited space, you can play Jackbox Games using your phones, Xbox, Playstation, or Amazon Fire TV. ...
  • Cards Against Humanity. ...
  • Heads Up! ...
  • Pictionary. ...
  • Charades. ...
  • What Do You Meme? ...
  • Exploding Kittens. ...
  • Telestrations After Dark.
Oct 1, 2022

What are the most popular finger foods for parties? ›

Easy Finger Food Recipes to Make Ahead
  • Sheet Pan Nachos. ...
  • Cheese Puffs. ...
  • Cheesy Garlic Bread. ...
  • Vegetarian Quesadillas. ...
  • Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus. ...
  • Slow-Cooker Jelly Meatballs. ...
  • Loaded Cheese Ball Bites. ...
  • Bacon-Wrapped Water Chestnuts. Treat your guests to a sweet and savory appetizer with bacon-wrapped water chestnuts.
Jan 10, 2024

What is a good finger food to buy? ›

11 Store-Bought Appetizers Our Editors Turn To For Easy...
  • Taylor Farms Sweet Kale Chopped Salad Kit.
  • Publix Deli Chicken Breast Dip, Buffalo Style.
  • Trader Joe's Pastry Bites Feta Cheese & Caramelized Onions.
  • The Fresh Market Take & Bake Brie.
  • Publix Deli Artichoke & Spinach Dip.
Feb 19, 2023

What are good finger foods for an event? ›

Some of my favorites: Deviled eggs, bruschetta, crackers with cheese and dried salami, artichoke & spinach dip with tortilla chips, stuffed mushrooms, mini-spanakopita, Chinese dumplings. What are some tasty but easy to make snacks or appetizers that don't involve any cooking? Salami cheese wraps.

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