30+ Game Day Recipes
From dips to meatballs to pinwheels, these football party recipes will have you drooling long before kick-off!
Whether you’re looking for something on the healthier side like Air Fryer Zucchini Chips or something super cheesy like Brisket Nachos, the Best Game Day Recipes are all right here!
And for my personal favorite party recipes, whip up a batch of Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp or these incredible Buffalo Chicken Sliders!
And hey, even if football’s not your thing, we’re all just in it for the party food, right?
Over 30 Game Day Appetizers!
1
Maryland Crab Dip Recipe
This Maryland Crab Dip is a staple in Maryland that's made at every holiday and get-together! It's unbelievably easy, impossible to mess up, and will leave a lasting impression.
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2
Red Pepper Jelly Dip
My recipe for easy, homemade Red Pepper Jelly Dip is simple to make and tastes incredible! You can put this together in just 10 minutes from simple ingredients you probably have in your fridge already.
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3
Whipped Cottage Cheese Dip
If dips are your guilty pleasure and you’re skeptical about cottage cheese, let this Whipped Cottage Cheese Dip recipe be the one to convert you!
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4
Air Fryer Nachos
Ready in 10 minutes, these Air Fryer Nachos are warm and savory with gooey cheese and perfectly cooked ground beef!
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5
Crack Chicken Dip
Loaded with cheese, chicken, bacon, and ranch, this Crack Chicken Dip is as addictive as it sounds! Plus, it’s super easy to whip up, making it a great choice for entertaining, whether it be a gameday snack or a flavorful dip centerpiece at your next party!
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6
Crack Chicken Casserole
Creamy and flavorful, this addicting Crack Chicken Casserole is a perfectly savory dinner inspired by crack chicken dip!
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7
Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket
These Air Fried Pigs in a Blanket always make for a quick and easy appetizer! This version of the classic crowd-pleasing snack comes with a slight kick of spice and a homemade cheese sauce for an easy upgrade to the nostalgic app.
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8
Marry Me Chicken Dip
Creamy, savory, and prepped in 5 minutes, this incredible baked chicken dip is a fun appetizer twist on the Marry Me Chicken dinner!
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9
Jalapeño Popper Dip
Jalapeño Popper Dip is the definition of appetizer perfection! It's warm, gooey, and cheesy in all the right ways. Get ready to bite into jalapeño heaven!
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10
Air Fryer Doritos Chicken Tenders
These super quick air fryer Doritos chicken strips are a tasty finger food that's perfect for a quick dinner, appetizer, or satisfying lunch!
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11
Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers
Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers are stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar, and bacon for the perfect crispy, cheesy appetizer—ready in just 20 minutes!
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12
Air Fryer Cheese Bites
Air Fryer Cheese Bites are filled with gooey melted cheese and air fried until they’re perfectly golden brown. This appetizer recipe is easy to make, and you only need 8 ingredients!
Air Fryer Cheese Bites Recipe
13
Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
Classic buffalo chicken dip turned into crispy Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls. They're easy to make and a great game day appetizer or snack.
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14
Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
Air Fried Cheeseburger Egg Rolls turn your favorite fast food flavors into a finger food with a crispy, golden brown exterior!
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15
Crab Fries
Crab Fries are just what they sound like: crispy french fries loaded with the tender crab meat and melty cheese of my ! Yum.
Homemade Maryland Crab Fries Recipe
16
Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
Air Fryer Cheeseburger Egg Rolls turns your favorite fast food flavors into a finger food with a crispy, golden brown exterior!
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17
Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
These homemade Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets are easy to make, super crispy and use ingredients that you probably already have.
Chicken Nuggets Recipe
18
Avocado Egg Rolls
These avocado egg rolls are crispy, flavorful, and loaded with fresh veggies—perfect as a healthy egg roll appetizer or vegetarian snack. A fun twist on Mexican egg rolls and a must-try for anyone looking for new egg roll filling recipes or vegan egg roll ideas!
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19
Air Fryer Chicken Empanadas
Air Fryer Empanadas are easy to make and perfect for feeding a large family or crowd and are ready in just under 30 minutes!
Homemade Chicken Empanadas
20
Air Fryer Beef Empanadas
Air Fryer Beef Empanadas are a quick and easy weeknight dinner or meal prep for the week. They're a great freezer-friendly item to have on hand for nights when you don't feel like cooking!
Recipe for Empanadas with Beef
21
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
With a bold and classic flavor, these Buffalo Chicken Sliders are perfect for a crowd pleasing appetizer or a fun handheld dinner! Pair tender and spicy chicken with soft rolls for a party sandwich!
Homemade Buffalo Chicken Sliders
22
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Make this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower for a perfect appetizer or healthy side dish with a bold and delicious flavor! Simple and quick, this dish is prepped and cooked in under 20 minutes.
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe
23
Jalapeno Ranch Dressing
Jalapeño Ranch dressing is just like the ranch dressing you know and love but with an herbaceous kick. It's perfect for salads, dips, and sauces.
Easy Homemade Jalapeno Ranch Recipe
24
Doritos Walking Taco
Handheld and tasty, this Doritos Walking Taco recipe is your new favorite portable snack! This is an easy way to turn a bag of chips into a mini taco bowl that you can take on the go.
How to Make a Walking Taco with Doritos
25
Hot Honey Baked Feta
Hot Honey Baked Feta is a creamy feta dip topped with hot honey, making this a unique recipe with a slight kick.
Baked Feta Appetizer with Honey
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Buffalo Chicken Tacos
Buffalo Chicken Tacos are crispy, cheesy, and full of deliciousness! Slow cooker buffalo chicken is stuffed inside warm tortillas and cooked to a crisp in a hot skillet.
Buffalo Chicken Tacos Recipe
27
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Air fried Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos paired with cabbage slaw and nestled in a warm tortilla. Get ready to make a big batch because it will be hard to eat just one!
BEST Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos Recipe
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Slow Cooker Soyaki Tacos
Trader Joe’s Soyaki Tacos fuses a Mexican delicacy we all know and love with Asian flavors for a tasty combination with sriracha slaw, furikake, and green onions.
Recipe for Trader Hoe’s Soyaki Tacos
29
Chunky Homemade Salsa
Forget store bought salsa! This Homemade Chunky Salsa is fresh, easy to make, and love at first bite for all who try it.
Chunky Homemade Salsa Recipe
30
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp
This sweet and spicy Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp recipe is a delicious appetizer or main dish that comes together in just 30 minutes.
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe
31
Buffalo Chicken Roll
Classic buffalo chicken dip turned into crispy Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls. They're easy to make and a great game day appetizer or snack.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Rolls
32
Easy Mango Salsa with Avocado
Avocado Mango Salsa is colorful and packed with flavor. Grab your chips and party dishes, this dish is a winner!
How to Make Mango Salsa
33
Authentic Guacamole Recipe
Learn how to make Authentic Guacamole with just a few simple and fresh ingredients. It's truly a tortilla chip's dream!
Homemade Authentic Guacamole
34
Air Fryer Bagel Bites
Did you know you can make Frozen Bagel Bites in the air fryer? They cook way faster and are way tastier than any other method.
Easy Air Fried Bagel Bites
35
Air Fryer Frozen Egg Rolls
Air Fryer Frozen Egg Rolls are so crispy and take a fraction of the time. It's truly the best technique for making frozen chicken egg rolls.
Air Fried Frozen Egg Rolls Recipe
36
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad
Buffalo Chicken Salad with sweet butter lettuce, homemade buffalo chicken and a creamy blue cheese dressing. Perfect for any time of year!
Buffalo Chicken Salad Recipe
37
Mango Pineapple Salsa
This EASY pineapple mango salsa recipe comes together in minutes and adds fresh and spicy flavor to anything! Made with just 7 ingredients.
Homemade Mango Pineapple Salsa
38
Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Wings
These Lemon Pepper Wings are air fried for crispy perfection. This easy recipe makes the perfect game day appetizer or dinner!
Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Wings Recipe
39
Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks
Air Fryer Frozen Mozzarella Sticks are an easy game day snack that everyone will enjoy! They also make a great snack for kids, or quick lunch option.
Make Mozzarella Sticks in the Air Fryer
40
Air Fryer Onion Rings
Ditch the deep fryer! These Air Fryer Onion Rings are extra crispy, easy to make, and the perfect snack or appetizer!
How to Make Air Fried Onion Rings
41
Meditarranean Mezze Platter
This Mediterranean Mezze Platter aka Greek Mezze Platter is a delicious Mediterranean appetizer that's sure to please any crowd.
Homemade Meditarranean Mezze Platter
42
Slow Cooker Carnitas Totchos
Slow Cooker Carnitas Tater Tot Nachos bring a fiesta of flavors to your dinner table! Loaded with the best crispy carnitas and all your favorite toppings!
Slow COoker Carnitats Tater Tot Nachos Recipe
43
Cosmic Jerry Air Fryer Wings
Get excited because this Cosmic Jerry Air Fryer Chicken Wing recipe is truly out of this world! Here's the wing recipe you always needed.
Homemade Cosmic Jerry Air Fried Wings
44
Spinach and Artichoke Wontons
These cheesy Spinach and Artichoke Dip Cups are fun, full of flavor, have the best bite, and baked to perfection.
Spinach and Artichoke Wonton Appetizers
45
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
This is my go-to Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe! It's the best ever and requires very little effort—guaranteed to please everyone.
Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
46
Beer Cheese Dip
Loaded Beer Cheese Dip is easily made in one pan. It's perfect for game day or anytime you're craving something cheesy. Serve it with crackers, baguette, or broccoli florets for dipping.
Homemade Beer Cheese Dip
47
Chicken Poutine Fries
This Chicken Poutine Recipe is your new-found addiction and so easy to make. It’s inspired by my favorite Old Bay wings and downright delicious!
Homemade Poutine Fries with Chicken
48
Sweet and Savory Snack Platter
The best snack platter has arrived! With something for everyone, this sweet and savory snack board is the perfect addition to your next party.
How to Make a Sweet and Savory Snack Platter
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Air Fryer Asian Wings
Crispy on the inside and tender on the inside, these saucy and flavorful Air Fryer Asian Wings are perfect for game day, parties, and other gatherings!
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Whether you’re feeding a huge crew or just making a savory snack for yourself to enjoy on a lazy weekend, these appetizer recipes are sure to have you covered.
Tacos, sliders, dips, and more, there’s something for everybody here. Lean into those game day munchies with one (or more) of these incredible dishes!
More Party Recipes To Try
- Mini Taco Salad Cups
- Bang Bang Chicken
- Black Bean Mini Tacos
- Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
- BBQ Pork Sliders
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I’ve always had so much trouble coming up with fun, unique, and easy recipes for Super Bowl that don’t feel like the same boring ideas over and over. This article was super helpful for that. Thank you!