Game-winning Recipes for Your Watch Party for the Big Game

There’s nothing quite like “Sunday Funday” and the first week in February is the best one. For a few hours, millions of people gather around and tune into the biggest game of the season. And if you’re lucky, you’ll be the designated host that gets the chance to impress your friends and family with a few recipes that will make the day even more special. Whether this is your first big game, or you’ve done this a time or two, be sure to try these grill-friendly snacks and appetizers at your watch party.

	1. Sweet Heat Wings No watch party is complete without wings, and these Sweet Heat Wings will satisfy your biggest craving on game day. Be sure to give yourself some prep time the night before, and a few hours ahead of your get-together for the best results.
	2. Chicken Shish Kabobs If you’re looking for a hearty combo of meat and veggies for the big game, try out these Chicken Shish Kabobs. You can even add bacon and pineapple to incorporate a few different flavors on each skewer.
	3. Jalapeño Popper Skillet Dip Forget the store-bought stuff. Make this incredible Jalapeño Popper Skillet Dip loaded with bacon and cheese, and serve with your choice of chips, crackers, or veggies.
	4. Barbecue Chicken Pizza Every football game is filled with its share of pizza commercials, but if you’re tired of getting delivery every year, switch things up with this Barbecue Chicken Pizza recipe. It’s easy to make, feeds plenty of people and will be on the minds of your guests until next year’s party.
	5. Pineapple Stuffed, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Everything tastes better with bacon, and that couldn’t be truer than with this Pineapple Stuffed, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp recipe. With a few simple ingredients, you’ll be receiving high praise from all your guests.
	6. Cajun Turkey Sliders If you’re planning on inviting the whole neighborhood to your place, or have a few folks who love grabbing seconds, these Cajun Turkey Sliders are the ones for you. This recipe makes 16 sliders and adds a little sophistication with a tasty horseradish and scallion rémoulade.
	7. Grilled Potato Skins It wouldn’t be the ultimate watch party without this classic. Try out these cheesy Grilled Potato Skins, and top them off with a dollop of sour cream to really bring them to life.
	8. Grilled Sweet Potato Fries Searching for a healthier option for your watch party? Look no further than these delicious Grilled Sweet Potato Fries. Grilling sweet potatoes can help bring out their flavor, and serving them with this Sriracha Yogurt Dip will make them a huge hit with your crowd.
	9. Pecan Chocolate Bars Finish off your watch party in style with these Pecan Chocolate Bars for dessert. One pan will feed plenty, but we’ll understand if you want to save some for yourself after the big game.

The first Sunday in February is bound to be a memorable one after adding these recipes to your arsenal. Be sure to visit our full recipes page for more delicious items to incorporate into your next shindig. And who knows, by the end of the night, people might be talking about your skills on the grill even more than the game.

Published: 2019.01.25