5 Quick and Easy Game Winning Appetizers

When it comes to the “big-game” there’s nothing better than these 5 Quick and Easy Game Winning Appetizers that all your guests will love!

5 Quick and Easy Game Winning Appetizers

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Whether you are hosting or attending a football viewing party, you can’t go wrong with serving any of these appetizers! 

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Dip

Shopping List:

• 1 pkg Cream Cheese, softened
• 4 cups Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
• 1/4 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce
• 1 pkg Cream Cheese, softened
• Tortilla Chips
• 1/4 cup Ranch Salad Dressing
• 1 1/2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese
• 1/4 cup Sour Cream

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 350°.
• In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, chicken, buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, and sour cream.
• Pour into a 9×13 inch baking dish and sprinkle the cheese on top.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned.
• Enjoy.

Bacon Candy Smokies

Shopping List:

• Sliced bacon, cut into thirds
• Package Little Smokies
• 3/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 325°.
• After you cut the bacon slices into thirds, wrap each of the smokies with bacon.
• Place on a lined baking sheet and sprinkle each with brown sugar.
• Bake for 40 minutes.
• Serve hot.

Easy Artichoke Party Dip

Shopping List:

• 1 can Artichoke Hearts, drained
• Salt and  Pepper to taste
• 1 cup + 1 tablespoon Grated Parmesan Cheese
• an 8 oz jar of Mayo
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• Dash Cayenne Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 400°.
• Place hearts, 1 cup of cheese, mayo, garlic, cayenne pepper, and zest into a food processor.
• Process until smooth.
• Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Spread the dip into a baking dish, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Bake for 15 minutes.
• Serve with crackers or bread.

Asian Lettuce Wrap

Shopping List:

• 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• White or Brown Rice (follow instructions)
• 1 pound Ground Pork
• 2 cups Carrots, shredded
• 1 Green Onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons Hoisin Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• a head of Iceberg Lettuce
• 1/4 teaspoon hot Chipotle Paste

Instructions:

• In a wok, heat oil over medium heat.
• Cook the pork, green onions, and garlic, until meat is brown.
• Add carrots, Hoisin, and soy sauce.
• Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil and paste.
• Add a small amount of rice into each lettuce leaf, and then top with stir fry mixture.

Pimento Cheese Wraps

Shopping List:

• Flour Tortillas
• Pimento Cheese
• Sliced Turkey

Instructions:

• Spread a healthy layer of Pimento cheese on a tortilla.
• Add a slice of turkey, and then wrap tightly.
• Add toothpicks to keep tight, and slice in between each toothpick.
• Serve.

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Football Party Inspiration 

• 17 Football Shaped Foods for Opening Day
• How to Throw a Family Football Party
• Kids Football Party Ideas
• Football Party Graham Crackers

What’s your favorite game day appetizer? Comment below!