22 Ultimate Football Appetizers for Any Game Day (2024)

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Sliders and wings and dips – oh my! Who says football appetizers have to be reserved for the Big Game? Every game, especially Wild Card games deserve amazing food too. Give us nachos, fried foods, and meatballs for all the game days! Somebody pass the napkins and let’s dig in.

JENNIFER S

PHILADELPHIA, PA

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Air Fryer Chicken Wings

“On Super Bowl Sunday, there are so many different dishes being made I wanted to keep the oven free and something I could prepare early or even the night before. Adults and kids like these too.” – Jennifer

LAURA YODER

BRUNSWICK, GA

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Hot Hero Sandwiches

“These sandwiches are great when you’re entertaining a crowd. They can be made ahead and just pop them in the oven before you’re ready to serve.” – Laura

GISELLE GONZALEZ

BRONX, NY

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Pot Roast Nachos

“The best nachos for game day, or any day you want to have an amazing snack.” – Giselle

DANNY MCSHARRY

BROCKTON, MA

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Re-Stuffed Potato

“This recipe goes great with a group of friends and a football game. Having the kids’ friends over? This works.” – Danny

Bacon Horseradish Chip Dip

“This is our family dip recipe. We have it at every family gathering, and it’s just not the same without it.” – Laura

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Tailgating Tasty Tartlets

“These Tailgating Tasty Tarlets are the perfect snack for game day. These flaky filo cups are filled with ranch flavored cream cheese, bacon, and cheese.” – Debbie

STACEY LAWSON

NEW ORLEANS, LA

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Tamale Balls

“Whenever we have a get-together I am asked to bring tamale balls. Here in New Orleans hot tamales are a delicacy. Tamale balls are very spicy and very delicious cousin to the hot tamale.” – Stacey

CAROL WHITE

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

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Game Day Fire Cracker Shrimp

“My recipe today is Game Day Fire Cracker Shrimp. Restaurant-inspired recipe, Bang Bang Shrimp. Crispy fried shrimp tossed in spicy sauce and served as a wonderful appetizer.” – Carol

BRENDA-LEE BARAJAS

WATERTOWN, NY

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Mini Sliders Burgers And Special Sauce

“These sliders are soooooo good. I never want to eat a regular burger. I have four sons and a husband. They would rather have these than a regular burger. So yummo.” – Brenda-Lee

FRAN SAY

SUNNYVALE, CA

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Ultimate Nachos With Homemade Cheese Sauce

“This is always a big hit, especially with football season in full swing.” – Fran

MELISSA TURNER

EAST MOLINE, IL

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Crab Balls

“These baked crab balls are fun and super easy to make. This recipe could be enjoyed as an appetizer or even a light dinner.” – Melissa

SHERRY MONFILS

WORCESTER, MA

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Bacon Cheeseburger Queso Dip

“Oh my, do men seem to love this dip! It’s meaty and cheesy and with bacon? Oh yeah!! Serve with hearty slices of bread and thick tortilla chips.” – Sherry

LINDA KAUPPINEN

GREENWOOD, FL

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Linda’s Hot Lemon-Herb Chicken Wings

“I mixed the hot sauce with the lemon herb recipe that I had and it was an amazingly huge hit with the frat boys who asked for this dish numerous times. Those in my family that love hot wings love this recipe too!” – Linda

THEA PAPPALARDO

QUEENS VILLAGE, NY

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Mexican Pinwheels

“This is a great appetizer to bring to a party because the hostess does not have to worry about baking or heating it.” – Thea

JENNIFER J

SEATTLE, WA

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Jen’s Deep Fried Cajun Okra

“My family loves okra! Whether it is boiled, fried, or mixed in a dish, we love it! This dish has a Southern flavor with a hint of Cajun. They are great dipped in ranch.” – Jennifer

VANESSA “NIKITA” MILARE

HILO, HI

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French Fried Onion Rings

“Who doesn’t love onion rings? I do but didn’t know it was really easy to make at home. This is a simple recipe that I came up with.” – Vanessa

NICOLE DARTY

REDMOND, WA

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Crab-Artichoke Dip

“A co-worker brought an extra dish of this into the office a few months back and I talked her into giving me the recipe. Now I am sharing it with you with a few changes of my own.” – Nicole

TAWNI DRMOLA

ELKHART, IN

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Buffalo Chicken Sliders

“These are super easy to make, and you can adjust the heat to your liking. My kids adore these. Make more and they are great for appetizers at a casual party or snacks for the guys watching a game.” – Tawni

BRE VAN PATTEN

VALE, OR

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Delicious Spinach Artichoke Dip

“I’ve always loved this dip, I just wanted to make my own version. This was my crack at it and it was delicious. I will never buy it again! Eat it cold or serve it hot and bubbly — either way, it’s great.” – Bre

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Butter Chicken Poutine

“Creamy and tasty butter chicken served on top of hot french fries and melting cheese curds!” – Kevin

JUDY GARCIA

GUNNISON, UT

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Crab Salad Cheese Ball or Spread

“When I made the Open-Faced Crab Salad Sandwiches for my husband and son, I had leftover crab salad. I decided to mix it with some cream cheese and made it into a cheese ball. They now request it every weekend while watching football.” – Judy

VICKIE PARKS

RENTON, WA

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Bacon Wrapped Spam Bites With Spicy Honey Mustard

“This is a classic appetizer that can be grilled outdoors or roasted in an oven (when poor weather doesn’t permit cooking outdoors).” – Vickie

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FAQs

What should I order on game day? ›

From burgers to wings to sandwiches and everything in between, fries are a Game Day staple for customers. Chicken Wings. Wings are synonymous with Game Day, and with all the tasty sauce options and combinations, there's something for everyone.

What food is good for a football watch party? ›

Wings, quesadillas, pizza, brownies, cookies, fried chicken, subs, tacos... You name it, we got it. Football season is snack season, and finger food is the name of the game (unless it's chili, duh). Here's our amped-up versions of the classic football season favorites.

What do football players eat the day of a game? ›

Pre-game Meal
  • Whole-grain toast or a small low-fat muffin.
  • 1/2 whole-grain bagel, low-fat yogurt and fruit.
  • Fruit smoothie made with low-fat yogurt or milk.

What's the best food to eat before a football game? ›

Starchy foods like rice, potatoes and pasta will provide a good carbohydrate-rich meal that will give you the right fuel for the next day's match. Chicken or lean fish, some green veg, especially spinach packed with antioxidants and vitamins, and a jacket potato, sweet potato, rice or pasta is a good bet.

What should I eat on Gameday morning? ›

Breakfast. For a game earlier in the day, your pregame meal could be a simple avocado toast, served with an egg scramble (with lots of veggies!) and a side of fresh fruit. This breakfast is chock full of carbohydrates, healthy fats, and all the vitamins and minerals you need to dominate on the field.

What are the best meals to eat before a game? ›

Athletes should eat a balanced meal containing carbohydrates, protein, and fruit or vegetables 2-3 hours before game time. Make sure to drink 12-24 ounces of water with a pre-game meal to stay hydrated. Pre-game meals may include: Whole wheat chicken sandwich with vegetables.

What are the most popular football foods? ›

These are our top ten favorite Super Bowl foods of all time — and where to get them.
  • Pigs in a Blanket.
  • Bone-In Wings. ...
  • Nachos. ...
  • Totino's Pizza Rolls. ...
  • Six-Foot Subs. ...
  • Quesadillas. ...
  • Jalapeño Poppers. ...
  • Loaded Potato Skins. Kicking off our best football bites list are loaded potato skins: a salty, heavy sports bar classic. ...
Feb 7, 2024

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 are examples of finger foods? ›

No matter what the occasion may be, these finger food ideas are just what you need to feed a crowd of hungry guests. Here, you'll find tons of one-bite wonders, including pigs in a blanket, garlic knots, fried pickles, and whipped deviled eggs.

What is classic football food? ›

The best part about the Super Bowl may just be the food. While it's exciting to watch the game and cheer on your favorite team (no matter the sport!), it's tough to compete with a spread of chicken wings, ribs, hearty bowls of chili and cheesy party dips.

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? ›

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.

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