16 Game Day Appetizer Recipes

Whether you’re enjoying the game at home or need a crowd-pleasing appetizer to bring to a football watch party, these game day appetizer recipes are perfect!

We found you the best of the best appetizers that you’ll enjoy snacking on while rooting for your favorite team.

Cheesy Rotel Dip

Ready in just 20 minutes, this cheesy Rotel dip will have everyone coming back for more. It’s made with Velveeta cheese, Rotel, ground beef, and spices.

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Football Charcuterie Board

This charcuterie board includes so much food to munch on while watching the game, and the edible football is such a creative touch.

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Million Dollar Dip

This yummy cheddar bacon dip only takes five minutes to make and is so good served with bread, crackers, and chips.

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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Cheeseburger Bites

Everyone will be a fan of these little cheeseburger bites. They’re filled with melty cheese and wrapped in bacon.

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Chicken, Bacon, and Ranch Sliders

Pile this bacon-loaded chicken straight out of the slow cooker into toasted rolls, and I guarantee these will be one of the best sliders you’ll ever try.

This recipe is made with bacon, cheddar, ranch, cream cheese, and my secret ingredient, which makes it even creamier than other recipes.

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Taco Cups

These taco cups are so yummy you’ll want to make them for other events, not just for your watch party. Taco filling and toppings are baked in wonton wrappers until perfectly golden, yum!

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Little Smokies Pigs in a Blanket

This two-ingredient appetizer recipe is inexpensive and easy to make. Also, there are some great sauce recommendations and recipes for dipping.

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Football Cheese Ball

If you’re looking for a game day appetizer that’s a major crowd pleaser, this football cheese ball will impress everyone.

This appetizer is so easy that you can make it ahead of time because the last place you want to be is in the kitchen when the game is on.

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Chicken Wings with Thai Sweet Chili Glaze

These crispy chicken wings are smothered in a tasty Thai chili sauce with the perfect sweet and spicy ratio.

If you have ten minutes to spare, you can easily prep these wings and do other things around the house while they’re baking.

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Philly Cheesesteak Bites

A fun take on a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, these bites will disappear fast. Not only is this recipe simple to make, it’s incredibly delicious.

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BLT Deviled Eggs

Making a BLT and using hard boiled eggs as “bread” is such a clever idea. These will score a touchdown with everyone.

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Taco Pinwheels

Packed with taco goodness, these easy pinwheels will be popular with any football fan.

You can prep these up to two days ahead of time, making it one of the best make-ahead appetizers.

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Football Field Guacamole

Every game day gathering needs some football field guacamole. Not only is this a fun idea, it only takes 10 minutes to make.

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Cowboy Caviar

Everyone will want the recipe for this cowboy caviar, made with black beans, corn, avocado, and other tasty ingredients. Scoop it up with some tortilla chips for a tasty snack.

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Football Buffalo Chicken Pockets

For a different take on buffalo wings, try these buffalo chicken pockets made in the air fryer.

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