Football season is upon us! Grab your favorite jersey and put on your apron. We’ve gathered 12 tailgate recipes your whole family will love – from chili and cornbread to wings, dips, cheeseball, salads, and even a football field cake!
Chili is a fan favorite at every tailgate party. Here are a few of our favorite chili recipes including a 15 minute recipe that everyone loves, White Chicken Chili and our famous Chili with Brats!
Quick and Easy 15 Minute Chili is made with ground beef, onions, garlic and other pantry friendly ingredients. So good, so easy.
If you love creamy white chili, our 20 Minute White Chicken Chili will definitely up your game. This recipe has been on the Foster family meal plan for over 20 years and never disappoints!
Chili with Brats is a quick meal that pleases the hungry crowds. Make it mild for the kids or add a hearty ‘kick’ for the spicy crowd.
We love serving this chili with Green Chili and Cheese Cornbread. Leftover chili with shredded cheese tastes fantastic on hotdogs – for a second meal.
For an easy make-ahead meal, try this recipe for Oven Smoked Boston Butt with Homemade BBQ Sauce. It’s cooked in the comfort of your kitchen and then transported to your tailgate. Just cook, place in a disposable foil pan, wrap in foil and keep warm in a cooler. Don’t forget the bbq sauce and buns!
Can you even call yourself a tailgater if you don’t have wings on the menu?? Our Baked Hot Wings with Gorgonzola Dipping Sauce will change your life. Baked, not fried – these wings are the best!
Classic 7 Layer Dip looks impressive but is so easy – and tastes as good as it looks! With no cooking involved, this appetizer is easy to transport to wherever you’re cheering on your team. Our dip is best served with tortilla chips or the large-size dipping style Fritos.
Jalapeno Cheddar Cheeseball is a tailgate favorite inspired by the Jalapeño Cheddar Cheeseball at Harmons! This cheeseball features cheddar cheese, jalapenos, and 4 savory spices. A true crowd-pleaser, this recipe can be made up to 3 days ahead.
Don’t sleep on our Buffalo Wing Dip! It’s a meal in a dip and can be made in minutes. Just make, bake, and keep warm in a small cooler lined with a towel.
Southwest Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing is perfect for tailgating. We love to layer it in a Tupperware and add the dressing at the party. Instructions for best layering tips included in recipe.
20 Minute Hawaiian Mac Salad was made for tailgates and a natural side for the Smoked Boston Butt sandwiches above!
Easy Football Field Cake brings the stadium to you!This treat adds festive FUN to any football watching event. We use a cake mix + a few added ingredients to make this simple chocolate cake. ABK’s football field cake can be made in a 9×13-inch pan or on a baking sheet pan to feed a crowd!
Last, and certainly not least are our famous Easy Sheet Pan Chocolate Chip Cookies! This cookie can be made with M&M’s and/or chocolate chips and are ALWAYS a winner. Soft, chewy, and make-ahead friendly. Make anytime, cut into squares and place 9 squares in a ziplock bag or use a disposable pan. Bake, cut, cool, and wrap well. Into the freezer until game day!
With SO many tried and true recipes to choose from this season, you’re sure to have a game day spread that pleases your cheering crowd. GO TEAM!