22 Ultimate Football Appetizers for Any Game Day

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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.

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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
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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
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Pot Roast Nachos

“The best nachos for game day, or any day you want to have an amazing snack.” – Giselle
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Ultimate Nachos With Homemade Cheese Sauce

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