When it comes to planning for the big game, there are some essential items that always have a spot on the menu. Wings, dips, and sliders are the perfect appetizers and sides to serve while you watch your favorite players score touchdowns. Many of these recipes can even be made in advance, so you can enjoy the preshow leading up to the big game.
Here are some of my Super Bowl party essentials that will be on my menu this year.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Be the winner of your Super Bowl party with this spinach artichoke dip. The classic dip is rich, creamy, and perfect to serve with chips and veggies.
Get the recipe: Spinach Artichoke Dip
Rotel Dip
Rotel Dip will always have a spot on my table during the big game. The 3-ingredient dip is one that everyone requests, year after year. Made with spicy sausage, rotel, and Velveeta cheese, the simple and easy is quick to put together, so much so that you can make a second batch at half time.
Get the recipe: Rotel Dip
Mac and Cheese Bites
These mac and cheese bites transform your favorite comfort dish into an easy appetizer. The bite-sized app is super easy to eat during the game, even when cheering on your team.
Get the recipe: Mac and Cheese Bites
Velveeta Queso Blanco Recipe
You might as well take a seat next to this Velveeta Queso Blanco dip, as you’ll keep going back for more. The creamy dip combines Velveeta queso blanco with green chiles, whole milk, butter, and spices to make a luscious dip. It’s rich in the best way possible.
Get the recipe: Velveeta Queso Blanco
Garlic Parmesan Wings
A party for the big game would not be complete without wings. These garlic parmesan wings check that box and bring a whole lot of flavor to the table. The wings bake up in the oven to create a super crispy bite, all without stepping foot in a fryer.
Get the recipe: Garlic Parmesan Wings
Fried Pickles
Switch up your classic menu items for the big game by adding fried pickles to the menu. These fried bites of goodness are crunchy and tangy and surprise your tastebuds in a bold way. Serve them with a dipping sauce, or put them on top of your cheeseburger sliders for an extra punch of flavor.
Get the recipes: Fried Pickles
Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
Since there is always a lot going on during the big game, I like to keep the food I put out portable and easy to eat. These Philly cheesesteak egg rolls fit that requirement to a tee. They pack everything you love about a classic Philly cheesesteak into an egg roll wrapper that is easy to eat — even when you are cheering on your team.
Get the recipe: Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
Crockpot Buffalo Wings
Prepping all of the menu items for the Super Bowl can be a little overwhelming. Save yourself from being in the kitchen during the game by making these Crockpot buffalo wings. The prep work takes about 10 minutes, but the nifty kitchen device does everything else, leaving you time to watch each touchdown.
Get the recipe: Crockpot Buffalo Wings
Whipped Feta Cheese Dip
If you are invited to a last-minute party and need a quick Super Bowl party essential to bring, look no further than this whipped feta cheese dip. The dip takes about 5 minutes to prepare, but it seems like it took hours in the kitchen to make. To complete the spread, serve it alongside veggies, pita chips, or crackers.
Get the recipe: Whipped Feta Cheese Dip
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Lighten up your plate during the big game with this healthy buffalo chicken dip. The dip has everything you love about classic buffalo chicken dip but with lighter ingredients. You can even swap out crackers and chips with veggies to stick to the lighter fare.
Get the recipe: Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Taco Dip
There are too many moving parts to serve tacos during the big game. This taco dip is a great alternative. It has everything you want in a taco, in simple dip form. Serve it with tortilla chips to get the classic taco crunch.
Get the recipe: Taco Dip
Sheet Pan Nachos
No matter how many people you plan on having over during the big game, these sheet pan nachos are essential. Instead of warming up individual plates of chips, everything gets placed on a single sheet pan. Plus, the sheet pan is big enough to have customized toppings sections, so all your guests will get the exact toppings they want.
Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Nachos
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Both kids and adults will be happy when they see these air fryer sweet potato fries on the table for the big game. The fries are made in the air fryer to add a lighter alternative to the menu. If the game goes into overtime, the fries can be placed back in the air fryer for a quick and simple crisp-up!
Get the recipe: Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Not everything on the table for the big game has to be heavy and deep-fried. These air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites prove that healthier menu items can be just as good. By cooking them in the air fryer, you get a crisp crunch, just like you would on a classic buffalo wing.
Get the recipe: Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Antipasto Squares
These antipasto squares are about to be the underrated hit of your Super Bowl party. The bite-sized squares are stuffed with cheese, ham, salami, pepperoni, roasted red peppers, and pepperoncini. Everything gets loaded into the crescent dough to make for the perfect bite.
Get the recipe: Antipasto Squares
Baked Potatoes
If you want a heartier option to add to your big game party menu, look no further than these baked potatoes. Set up a station with all of your favorite toppings and let your guest customize their potatoes to their liking.
Get the recipe: Baked Potatoes
Cheeseburger Sliders
These cheeseburger sliders will be a touchdown on the menu for the big game. The mini burgers are easy to eat, even during the most stressful plays.
Get the recipe: Cheeseburger Sliders
Pepperoni Rollups
Take everything you love about pizza and roll it up into bite-sized goodness with these pepperoni rollups. The bite-sized apps stuff melty cheese and pepperoni into a crescent dough with red sauce. It’s an easy handheld to eat while you keep track of the game.
Get the recipe: Pepperoni Rollups
Pigs in a Blanket
Ditch the store-bought pigs in a blanket and learn how to make your own with this recipe. The classic appetizer is a Super Bowl party essential. Do yourself a favor and double or even triple the recipe, as everyone will want multiple mini hot dogs.
Get the recipe: Pigs in a Blanket
Sheet Pan Quesadillas
Forget standing over the stovetop to make individual quesadillas. This sheet pan quesadilla recipe shows you how to make one giant quesadilla for everyone to enjoy during the big game. When the quesadillas are ready, cut them into squares or triangles so everyone can enjoy a slice with their favorite toppings.
Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Quesadillas
Cocktail Meatballs
Don’t be surprised if these cocktail meatballs are the sneaky hit of the party. They are the kind of appetizer that is always a crowd-pleaser. Serve them on their own or place them next to rolls and let people make their own mini meatball subs.
Get the recipe: Cocktail Meatballs
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
There is no such thing as too much buffalo chicken when it comes to a Super Bowl party. Add more buffalo chicken items to the menu with these buffalo chicken sliders. Do yourself a favor and put one on your plate when they first come out, as they are guaranteed to go fast.
Get the recipe: Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Soft Pretzel Bites
These soft pretzel bites will be a big hit for the big game, no matter who you have over. Both kids and adults love to snack on these bite-sized snacks while the action takes place on the field. Serve them plain or alongside my pretzel cheese dip for some extra flavor.
Get the recipe: Soft Pretzel Bites
Buffalo Chicken Nachos
Love nachos? Buffalo chicken too? Forget choosing between the two big game party essentials and make these buffalo chicken nachos instead. They are the best of both worlds and great for the big game, no matter who is playing.
Get the recipe: Buffalo Chicken Nachos
Million Dollar Dip
Feel like a million dollars when you bring this million dollar dip to your big game party. The dip is perfect for a small gathering with friends or a large party with the whole team. No matter who is there, the dip is guaranteed to go fast.
Get the recipe: Million Dollar Dip
Chili Cheese Dip
Let the slow cooker do all the cooking with the chili cheese dip. The creamy cheese dip needs just two ingredients to come together. It’s simple to make but has a complex flavor that will be a touchdown.
Get the recipe: Chili Cheese Dip
Pizza Sliders
Forget ordering pizza and missing the biggest play of the game in the process. Just make these pizza sliders instead. The gooey sliders are loaded up with cheese and sauce and served on a sweet Hawaiian roll. Feel free to add your favorite toppings inside the sliders, like pepperoni, meatballs, peppers, and onions.
Get the recipe: Pizza Sliders
Mexican Corn
Mexican corn is the appetizer you never knew you needed at your big game party. After one bite, you’ll see this is an essential menu item to serve year after year. The charred corn can be eaten on its own or with chips as a makeshift dip.
Get the recipe: Mexican Corn
Air Fryer French Fries
You really cannot go wrong when it comes to french fries. These air fryer French fries are simple and quick to make. You can even whip out a batch during the halftime show. They are that simple to make!
Get the recipe: Air Fryer French Fries
Crab Rangoon Dip
If crab rangoon is essential to your Chinese food order, you’ll be all over this crab rangoon dip. The dip transforms everything you love about the starter into a creamy and rich dip. Serve the dip with wonton wrapper chips to experience the full flavor all in one bite.
Get the recipe: Crab Rangoon Dip
Classic Deviled Eggs
When thinking about Super Bowl party essentials, deviled eggs always come to mind. They are a classic party dish that always hits, no matter what else is on the menu.
Get the recipe: Deviled Eggs
Taco Ring
This taco ring is almost too pretty to eat. Show off your skills in the kitchen and serve this taco ring for the big game party. Everything you love about a taco sits inside buttery crescent roll dough. Serve it alongside your favorite taco toppings, like salsa, sour cream, hot sauce, and guacamole.
Get the recipe: Taco Ring
Jalapeño Popper Dip
Spice up the Super Bowl offerings with this jalapeño popper dip. The cheese from the dip balances out the spice, so it is hot in flavor and won’t burn your tastebuds off.
Get the recipe: Jalapeño Popper Dip
Cheesy Taco Sticks
If you are concerned about forks and knives being too messy during the big game, serve up these cheesy taco sticks. The stuffed taco sticks are the perfect handheld snacks to eat, especially during a wild football game.
Get the recipe: Cheesy Taco Sticks
Reuben Dip
If you love a Reuben sandwich, something tells me you will be all over this Reuben dip. The creamy dip takes everything you love about the classic sandwich and deconstructs it into a hot dip. It’s a dip that will become essential to your big game party menu.
Get the recipe: Reuben Dip
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
This air fryer coconut shrimp is an excellent addition to any Super Bowl party menu. The air fryer perfectly crisps up the shredded coconut and breadcrumb coating to make a super crispy bite. Serve them alongside sweet chili sauce to complete the bite.
Get the recipe: Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp
