Top Tailgate Recipes You Need to Try This Football Season
Football season is here, and it’s not just about the game - it’s about the tailgate food! Whether you’re tailgating at the stadium or hosting a party at home, the right tailgate recipes can take your spread from good to game-winning. From cheesy dips to crispy snacks and crowd-pleasing sides, these tailgate recipes are simple to make and guaranteed to impress your guests. No matter your cooking experience, these dishes will have everyone coming back for seconds. So, get ready to score big with these delicious and easy tailgate recipes!
Let us know in the comments which tailgate recipes are your favorite, and which ones you’re excited to try this season!
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BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP RECIPE: The Ultimate Tailgate Dip
What You’ll Need
½ cup Frank’s Red Hot Hot Sauce (or favorite hot wing sauce)
8 ounce, Philadelphia Cream Cheese (softened)
¼ cup Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (or blue cheese dressing)
½ cup shredded Kraft Cheddar Cheese
1 pound (roughly 2 cups) shredded chicken
How To Make
In a large mixing bowl, mix hot sauce, cream cheese, and
ranch dressing until smooth.
Cook and shred your chicken. Add the chicken and shredded
cheese to your mixture, stir to combine well.
Transfer your mixture to an oven-safe dish (top with an
additional ¼ cup of shredded cheese, if you’d like) and bake at 350°F until
warmed all the way through, about 20-25 minutes.
Pro Tip: Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks for dipping!
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FRIED PICKLES RECIPE: Crispy, Tangy, and Perfect for Tailgating
What You’ll
Need
Oil (vegetable or peanut)
½ cup All-Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Seasoning (any medley will work)
1 ½ teaspoons Garlic Powder
¼ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
½ cup Water
16 ounces Dill Pickle Slices, drained and dried on paper towels
How To Make
Heat 1 ½-2 inches of oil in a heavy bottomed pot over medium-high heat
(about 375°F).
Mix flour, seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow
bowl. Add in water and mix until smooth.
A few at a time, add dried pickles to the batter and toss to coat
well. Remove the pickles from the batter and let the excess drip off. Slowly
add pickles to the oil one at a time. Fry your pickles for about 1 ½-2 minutes
or until they are golden brown. Remove and let your pickles drain on paper
towels.
Serving Tip: Serve these fried pickles with a tangy dipping sauce, like ranch or spicy aioli!
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JIFFY CORN DOG MUFFINS RECIPE: A Tailgate Classic with a Twist
What You’ll
Need
2 packages Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
2 eggs
2/3 cup Milk
4 Hot Dogs
How To Make
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease your muffin pan or use paper baking
cups.
Make the muffin mix according to the direction on the package. Cut
each hot dog into three equal pieces. Fill the muffin cups about ½ way full. In
the center of each muffin cup, please a piece of hot dog standing straight up.
Pour equal amounts of remaining batter into each muffin cup.
Bake the muffins for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Pro Tip: These mini corn dog muffins are easy to serve and make a fun, bite-sized snack!
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MACARONI SALAD RECIPE: The Perfect Tailgate Side Dish
What You’ll
Need
1 pound Elbow Macaroni Pasta
¾ cup Duke’s Mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
½ cup chopped Celery
1/3 cup chopped Red Onion
How To Make
Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set
aside.
In a large mixing bowl, mix together all of the other ingredients.
Pour this mixture over your drained macaroni and mix together.
Cover and refrigerate your macaroni salad until you’re ready to serve!
Optional: You can add diced hard-boiled eggs or shredded cheese for extra flavor!
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TEXAS POTATO SALAD RECIPE: A Tailgate Fav with Bold Flavors
What You’ll
Need
3 pounds Red/New Potatoes
1 large chopped Red Onion
1 tablespoon Oregano Leaves
3 slices Bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
1 bunch chopped Cilantro
¼ cup Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
1 teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
How To Make
Cook your potatoes in salted boiling water until they are tender
(roughly 20 minutes). Drain and let them cool. Cut the cooked potatoes into
quarters and set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the other ingredients. Add the
potatoes to the mixtures and toss to coat.
Pro Tip: For extra creaminess, stir in a little mayo or sour cream!
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Tailgate Recipes for Every Game Day
These tailgate recipes are perfect for creating a fun, delicious spread that will have everyone at your party talking. Whether you're making a creamy buffalo chicken dip, or cripsy fried pickles, or a flavorful mac salad, these dishes are sure to be a hit every game day.
If you're looking for even more ideas for your tailgate party, try mixing and matching these recipes with other finger foods like sliders, chips, or even your own signature dips!
Got a favorite tailgate recipe you'd like to share? Drop is in the comments below and let us know which recipies you're most excited to try this season.
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