Game day appetizers are always an essential part of the big day! From wings, to chips & dips, finger foods and more! This extensive list of 50+ of the BEST appetizer recipes will guarantee that people will declare you the best host ever!
Whether you’re watching football, baseball, hockey, or soccer, the best part of watching the game is always the food…
Pizza and wings are always a go-to for the big game, but there’s so much more!
For example, these Crispy Buffalo Smashed Potatoes are always the biggest hit! And, this Game Day Charcuterie Board lets you do all the work beforehand, so that you can actually watch the game. Or, to please everyone, try this Baked Potato Bar.
PS – Don’t forget about the BEST cocktails for game day too!
So, let’s get started…
The BEST Game Day Appetizers
Buffalo Potatoes
Crispy Smashed Buffalo Potatoes are crazy good! Crispy smashed potatoes are topped with vinegary, spicy buffalo sauce and creamy blue cheese dressing.
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Vietnamese Chicken Wings
These Vietnamese Chicken Wings are baked in the oven until crisp & coated in a sweet-spicy combination of soy sauce, brown sugar and sambal oelek chili paste.
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Pasta Chips
Pasta Chips are the latest TikTok food trend. Made with cooked pasta that's coated with parmesan, garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Then air fried (or baked in the oven) until crispy, crunchy & delicious!
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White Chicken Chili Recipe
This is the BEST White Chicken Chili and it can be made in under 30-minutes. Spicy and smoky it's made with chicken, white beans, jalapenos, mild green chilis and plenty of monterey jack cheese. It's a delicious, creamy white chicken chili that perfect for cozy nights at home.
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Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli
Air Fryer Toasted Ravioli is coated in a cheesy, breadcrumb mixture and then air fried (or baked) until crispy and delicious! Serve this yummy appetizer with marinara sauce or alfredo sauce and enjoy!
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50+ Toppings for Baked Potatoes
There are so many delicious baked potato toppings to choose from! This extensive list of the 50+ BEST toppings includes meats, cheeses, veggies, sauces and more.
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Whipped Feta Hummus with Chili Oil
Never choose between hummus or whipped feta again! This Hummus with Whipped Feta and Chili Oil is a party-ready dip that features layers of whipped feta cheese and homemade classic hummus. The spicy chili oil on top cuts through the richness and explodes with flavor!
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Air Fryer Buffalo Wings
These Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings cook up amazingly crispy and juicy without deep frying. Then they’re tossed with a spicy buffalo wing sauce that can be made mild to hot, depending on your taste preference.
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Air Fryer Flour Tortilla Chips
These 3-ingredient Air Fryer Tortilla Chips are quick and easy to make, super crunchy, and light. They’re perfect for dunking in salsa, guacamole, hummus, and more! Made with flour or corn tortillas.
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Smoked Pork Belly Strips
Smoked Pork Belly Strips are the only thing better than bacon! Seasoned with an easy dry rub, the pork is cooked low and slow until it’s tender, juicy, and melts in your mouth. It’s a smoky and deeply flavored cut of meat that must make an appearance at your next barbecue.
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The Best Beer Chili
This is the best Beer Chili recipe! A hearty one-pot chili with beans that’s rich, spicy and perfect for game day.
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Air Fryer Chinese Chicken Wings
Crispy and juicy chicken wings, topped with a sweet yet spicy combination of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar and Sambal oelek chili paste.
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Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Chicken Tenders cook up golden & crispy on the outside, but juicy inside. The best part is they can be made in under 20 minutes with just 6-ingredients.
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Crispy Rice Sushi Bites
Crispy Rice Sushi Bites feature creamy spicy salmon (or tuna). Crispy, crunchy and so flavorful! Cook the crispy rice in the air fryer or on the stove, and top with all your favorite toppings. The perfect appetizer for any occasion!
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Sausage Bites
Sausage Bites are simmered in white wine & served with a creamy, spicy mustard dipping sauce. They’re a delicious party appetizer that cooks up quick.
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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
These Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are an easy & elegant appetizer or brunch idea. Given a bit of tang from dijon mustard & taken over the top with “everything” bagel seasoning.
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Bacon Wrapped Dates with Almonds
Bacon Wrapped Dates with Almonds make a quick and easy appetizer that's a definite crowd pleaser.
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Black Bean Sweet Potato Chili
A bowl of cozy and comforting vegetarian Sweet Potato Chili is the perfect weeknight meal. It’s so hearty and flavorful that you won’t even miss the meat!
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Salmon Dip with Cream Cheese
This homemade Smoked Salmon Dip with Cream Cheese is so refreshing, creamy, and delicious! It’s made with 8 simple ingredients like fresh herbs, lemon, sour cream, and rich smoked salmon for an irresistible dipping experience.
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Steak Bites with Garlic Butter
Steak Bites with Garlic Butter and Creamy Mustard Dipping Sauce are the perfect appetizer to serve at your next party or serve them up for dinner with a couple sides. The best part? They’ll be on your table in under 15 minutes!
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Easy Greek Nachos Recipe
These Greek Nachos with Hummus are topped with crumbly feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, pepperoncini, Kalamata olives and a tangy tzatziki sauce. They make a perfect party appetizer!
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California Roll Deviled Eggs
California Roll Deviled Eggs are an easy, delicious variation of the classic recipe. The creamy yolks are combined with wasabi for a spicy kick, then they're topped with crab, avocado and cucumber.
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How to Cook Shrimp for Shrimp Cocktail
Learn How to Boil Shrimp for shrimp cocktail, party snacks, and more! This easy cooking method is practically foolproof and fun to customize.
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Chipotle Salsa
This 5-Minute Chipotle Salsa comes together easily with the help of your blender. It's a great sauce for tacos or dip for tortilla chips!
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Prosciutto Wrapped Avocado Bites
Prosciutto Wrapped Avocado Bites are the perfect party appetizer. They’re an easy to make, no-bake finger food and come together in under 10 minutes!
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Easy Guacamole
This fresh and vibrant Guacamole recipe is so easy! Mix it up in minutes for a creamy dip, a delicious topping for nachos, or to serve on Taco Tuesday.
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Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are crispy, spicy & amazingly delicious! Enjoy these healthy vegetarian buffalo wings with homemade blue cheese or ranch dip. With directions for the oven or air fryer.
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Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce Recipe
Pretzel Bites with Cheese Sauce are the perfect snack for tailgating. Soft, chewy and bite size with a golden crust, they're perfect for dunking into a rich cheese dip that can be customized 3-ways.
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Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili
Instant Pot Veggie Chili is delicious & nutritious. It cooks up quickly and easily with the help of your pressure cooker and tastes like it's been simmering all day.
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Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip made with only 3-ingredients is perfect for snacking or parties. Make it in just 15-minutes with a ranch seasoning packet and serve with your favorite veggies for dipping!
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Filet Mignon Appetizers
These Filet Mignon Bites with Creamy Horseradish Sauce are the perfect elegant appetizer to serve at your next party. Tender bites of filet mignon are wrapped in bacon and served with a thick and tangy horseradish sauce.
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Irish Nachos
This Irish Potato Nachos recipe is always a hit! Made with thin-sliced potatoes that are topped with cheese, bacon, pico de gallo and sour cream. Irish pub nachos are a perfect appetizer for any occasion!
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Easy Pretzel Cheese Dip
Make this ooey gooey 4-ingredient pretzel cheese dip to serve along with pretzel bites for an easy crowd-pleasing appetizer that will have everyone coming back for more!
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Buffalo Chicken Chili
This Buffalo Chicken Chili features all the flavors of your favorite finger food in a spicy chili. It’s a healthy, hearty way to enjoy buffalo wings in a new way!
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Cheesy Enchilada Dip Recipe
Take your snacking to the next level with this Cheesy Enchilada Dip. Beans are layered with ground beef and enchilada sauce, and topped with lots of melty cheese, green onions and a dollop of sour cream.
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Buffalo Tofu Bites
These Baked Buffalo Tofu Bites make a perfect appetizer for game day or tailgating. These vegetarian buffalo wings can also be made vegan with some simple substitutions.
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Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Lemon Tarragon Aioli are perfect for snacking. Strips of zucchini, coated in panko cook up perfectly crispy in the air fryer. Dip them in an easy-to-prepare creamy aioli flavored with tarragon and lemon.
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Fried Mac and Cheese Balls
Fried mac and cheese balls are crispy on the outside, creamy and cheesy on the inside, and have the perfect crunch. Best way to use leftover mac and cheese.
Get the RECIPE from aheadofthyme.com
Grilled Eggplant Baba Ganoush Recipe
This Baba Ganoush recipe with grilled eggplant is amazingly smooth and creamy with a delicious smoky flavor. Serve it alongside some fresh pita bread and vegetables for a delicious Mediterranean spread.
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Crispy Baked Potato Skins Recipe – Little Sunny Kitchen
This recipe for baked potato skins is simple and just as delicious as your favorite takeout place or bar. Baking potato skins is the key to getting them super crispy.
Get the RECIPE from Little Sunny Kitchen
Fried Green Beans with Dipping Sauce
Crispy Fried Green Beans are baked in the oven for a healthy, delicious treat. Served up with three dipping sauces – green goddess, honey mustard & creamy sriracha. A secret ingredient makes them extra delicious! Air Fryer directions included.
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Blackberry Goat Cheese Recipe
Why not whip up this sweet and savory Blackberry Goat Cheese appetizer for your next party? This elegant appetizer is easy to make with just 5-ingredients!
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Corn Queso Dip
Corn Queso Dip is the perfect dip for your next Mexican fiesta or tailgating party. It’s deliciously rich & creamy with a hint of spice and delicious corn flavor.
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Brie and Prosciutto Crostini
These Brie & Prosciutto Crostini with Honey make the perfect, easy to prepare party appetizer that's made with just a handful of ingredients.
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Baked Goat Cheese
This baked goat cheese appetizer is super simple to throw together at the last minute with just 3 ingredients! Chevre is baked in marinara sauce until hot and bubbly – Perfect for spreading on crostini.
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Artichoke Queso Fundido
Shake things up at your next get together with this cheesy Artichoke Queso Blanco. Serrano peppers and chorizo give it a spicy kick, while the artichoke hearts are the perfect unexpected addition, in this ooey-gooey melty cheese dip.
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Olive Spread
This easy Olive Tapenade recipe comes together in just 10 minutes in your food processor or blender. It's amazing as an appetizer for parties, served as part of a charcuterie board, or used as a sandwich spread.
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Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad
This copycat Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad is bursting with flavor. Beautifully marinated cucumbers drizzled in chili oil is an outstanding vegetarian appetizer you can enjoy for any special occasion!
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Albondigas (Spanish Meatballs)
Spanish Meatballs – or Albondigas – simmer in enchilada sauce and are topped with sour cream, radishes & cilantro. Serve them taco-style in tortillas or as an appetizer with toothpicks.
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50+ BEST Game Day Appetizers
50+ of the BEST Game Day Appetizers! From wings, to chips & dips, finger foods and more! You'll find a crowd favorite here!!! Try these Air Fryer Chicken Wings. They cook up amazingly crispy and juicy without deep frying. Then they’re tossed with a spicy buffalo wing sauce that can be made mild to hot, depending on your taste preference.
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Serves 4 people
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings (about 20 separated wings & drumettes, or 10 whole chicken wings)
- Cooking spray
Medium Buffalo Wing Sauce:
- 12 ounces Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
- 6 Tablespoons butter (melted)
- Few dashes Worcestershire sauce
- Few dashes Tabasco
Instructions
- Pat wings dry with paper towels.
- Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place chicken wings in basket and cook at 380 degrees for 25 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes. After 25 minutes, increase the temperature to 400 degrees and cook for 5-15 minutes longer. Shake every 5 minutes and begin checking for doneness at 5 minutes. Remove when the wings are crisped to your liking.
- While the wings are cooking, combine the Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, butter, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- When the wings are finished, dump them into the mixing bowl with the sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a milder buffalo wing sauce, use more butter. (See above)
For a hotter buffalo wing sauce, use more Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. (See above)
If you use less or more than 2 pounds of chicken wings, the cook time remains the same.
Nutrition
Calories: 422kcal | Protein: 22g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 2846mg | Potassium: 191mg | Vitamin A: 705IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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