30 Appetizers Perfect for Game Day

dips, wings, deviled eggs, jalapeno poppers and more!

These easy and delicious recipes are sure to make your taste buds h-APP-y! Everything from chicken wings to nachos to meatballs, we have all the football appetizer recipes you need for the big game. Easy and oh-so-good, these game day foods will be the hit of the party – way better than this year’s commercials.

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Oven Crisp Chicken Wings

“If you love chicken wings but hate that they are fried, this is for you! These wings turn out crispy just like they were fried. Add your favorite wing sauce and enjoy!” – Diane
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Fried Zucchini

“I love using up my fresh garden zucchini, which seems to always be more than I can keep up with. These fried zucchini strips go fast, so make plenty and serve ’em up while it’s good and hot. I love to make a variety of sauces to go along with the fried zucchini, a few of which I’ve shared at the end of the recipe.” – Holly
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Jalapeno Deviled Eggs

“These Jalapeño Deviled Eggs are so creamy and absolutely delicious! Super simple to make. In under twenty minutes you will have a superb appetizer to serve anytime.” – Cathy
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Texas Trash

“A friend of mine shared this recipe and I tweaked the recipe to my liking. It’s one of the best ooey, gooey, cheesy bean dips I’ve had in a long time!” – Melissa
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Game Time Dip

“I made this on a whim on the way out to a party and this is what I had in the cabinets. It came out really well and all of the ‘dudes’ even enjoyed this healthy vegetarian dip!” – Ashley
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Game Day Stuffed Crescent Rolls

“These are so simple but packed with flavor. My family loves when I make these on game day!” – Dee
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5 Layer Cream Cheese Chili Dip

“A few years ago, my husband and I would have his cousin and wife come over to play spades at our apartment. I always made this dip as an appetizer, but we rarely ate dinner. We always polished the dip off, and that was our meal.” – Samantha
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Bee Sting Chicken Wings

“OMG, Y’all if you like wings and you need something other than the everyday wing. Ya gotta’ give this one a shot! My daughter Misty and I came up with this recipe last summer for something different for a field party we throw every year and let me just say there was nada left for friends or family to take home! Oh so garlicky, honey-sweet, and spicy!” – Gina
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Reuben Egg Rolls

“These Reuben Egg Rolls have a creamy filling and are slightly sweet but balanced by the sauerkraut. Fried to golden perfection and good for any occasion!” – Debbie
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders

“I was thinking about a heavy appetizer for a small church group and ventured into searching for some ideas. Found these sliders, did some swaps… Bing Bang Boom – Yum.” – Denise
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Pizza Dip

“This is a very easy and delicious dip. I always come home with an empty dish whenever I take this anywhere.” – Joelle
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Garlic Parmesan Wings

“MMMMMMMMM! One word!” – Mandy
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Jalapeño Bacon Wonton Poppers

“Made these for a staff meeting, and they were an instant favorite. Quite spicy, I tweaked the original version by adding bacon to the mix. Great for those game day parties as well.” – Brandi
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Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip

“This recipe is a favorite with my family. It combines my daddy’s artichoke dip and my spinach dip to create one fantastic hot, creamy, and cheesy dip.” – Janet
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Hot Crab Dip

“So good and addictive. It’s been referred to as Crack Dip.” – Stacy
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Sweet & Sassy Wing Sauce

“For years I’ve been eating my fried chicken with honey and hot sauce. One day it occurred to me that the combination would be fantastic on wings. You can easily adjust the heat and sweet by adding or reducing the ingredients.” – Staci
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Homemade Pigs in a Blanket

“In honor of National Hot Dog Day, I wanted to make hot dogs for dinner, but I was out of buns. I thought about pigs in a blanket but didn’t have any whomp biscuits or pre-made dough. So I opted for a quicker version, with an all-purpose baking mix. I added the potatoes to lighten up the dough.” – Diane
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Buffalo Chicken Dip

“Super Bowl time! Pass ’em this fantastic dip and you will score every time.” – Melissa K
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Ham & Pistachio Roll-Ups

“These roll-ups go great on a buffet table, as nibbles at a cocktail party, or even as an evening snack.” – Martha
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Exotic Five Spice Chicken Wings

“Wait until you sink your teeth into these wings! They are sweet, salty, spicy, gooey… they have every flavor element you could ever want. These are little jewels to be sure.” – Barbara
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Easy Macaroni and Cheese Bites

“Indulge in your favorite comfort food with our homemade macaroni and cheese bites. I’ve added toasted Panko, bacon, and parsley to give this dish a gourmet edge.” – sylvia
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Deviled Eggs

“Enjoy – my family loves my deviled eggs!” – Terry
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Sinful Cheese Dip

“I am asked to bring this amazing cheese dip to EVERY function I attend. It is very easy to make and makes a FULL Crock Pot! It’s wonderful for game day.” – Amber
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BBQ Pulled Chicken Puffs

“This recipe is simple and easy to make!” – Karen
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Redneck Egg Rolls

“I’ve vamped up your traditional egg roll. These are so good!” – Glynda
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Baked Crab Popper Delights

“I had fun tweaking this recipe for an Autumn Tea my club had. I love crab and so it made sense I would make something from crab to share with my friends.” – Diana
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Cheese Dip That Will Make You Famous

“This is a great dip that you can tailor to your particular taste and will be a hit every time you serve it!” – Crystal
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Sheet Pan Nachos

“These sheet pan nachos make for the perfect game-day app, an easy weeknight dinner, or an after school snack. The nachos are loaded with favorites like gooey sharp cheddar cheese, taco-seasoned turkey or beef, fresh guacamole, and spicy jalapeños. And they’re ready in under 30 minutes!” – Kitchen
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Country Fried Cauliflower

“We are always looking for various recipes for fresh vegetables, and cauliflower is one of them. But sometimes it is boring with the regular cheese sauces that are not as healthy.” – Sena
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Loaded Chipotle Carnitas Nachos Recipe

“Tasty pork carnitas served nacho style on crispy tortilla chips smothered in melted cheese and topped with salsa, guacamole, and sour cream” – Kevin