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Pigskin Pigout: 13 Tailgating Recipes

It’s almost time for the biggest game day of them all. Don’t skip a single delectable recipe on the list!

When the biggest sports day of the year rolls around, you need good food to get you through. There’s usually more than enough libation to go around, and it should be rounded out by dips, chips and the best recipes the internet has to offer.

The Super Bowl is hosted in Houston this year, just a hop skip and jump away from Austin, the home of some of the best barbecue a state has to offer. We’ve gathered our favorite tailgating and game day recipes just for you.

Bring on the taquitos!

Need some ideas for basketball season? Try these recipes that are perfect for March Madness.

1
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Wings Photo
Katie Jasiewicz
BBQ Chicken Wings
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Wings are all the delicious, with none of the work. Perfect for game day.
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2
Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip Photo
Rebekah Garcia Kalinowski
Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip is a creamy dip with a bit of a kick. Your guests won’t be able to stay away!
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3
Texas Touchdown Taters Photo
Stubb's BBQ Sauce
Texas Touchdown Taters Recipe
Texas Touchdown Taters are absolutely delectable. Grab your favorite Stubb’s BBQ Sauce and get to cookin’.
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4
New Orleans Style Barbecue Chicken Wings
Emily Caruso
BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe
Perfect for the Super Bowl or any festive occasion, these barbecue chicken wings are easy to make and guaranteed to fire up the crowd.
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5
Homemade Queso Dip Photo
Julie Grice
Homemade Queso Dip Recipe
Homemade Queso Dip is incredibly easy and delicious. Two different kinds of cheese and salsa–gorgeous.
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6
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Photo
Urvashee Patel
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe
Spinach and Artichoke Dip is cheesy, savory dip goodness. It’s also easy to make at home!
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7
Veggie Guacamole Photo
Meghan Bassett
Veggie Guacamole Recipe
Veggie Guacamole just blew regular guacamole right out of the water. It’ll be the hit of your Super Bowl party!
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8
Buffalo Broccoli and Cauliflower Bites Photo
Brie Norris
Buffalo Broccoli and Cauliflower Bites Recipe
Buffalo Broccoli and Cauliflower Bites is an addictive vegetarian snack you won’t be able to stop eating. A perfect treat for your Saturday night.
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9
Spicy Roasted Nuts Photo
Dionne Baldwin
Spicy Roasted Nuts Recipe
Spicy Roasted Nuts are an easy, savory delight everyone will love. The perfect snack!
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10
Loaded Nachos Photo
Meghan Bassett
Loaded Nachos Recipe
Loaded Nachos are great for a cookout crowd or while watching a movie. Spicy and totally irresistible!
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11
Stuffed Mini Peppers Photo
Emily Caruso
Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe
Stuffed mini peppers are the perfect appetizer for your next dinner party or game day. The peppers have heat, and goat cheese makes them…
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12
Avocado Eggrolls with BBQ Chicken Photo
Meghan Bassett
Avocado Eggrolls with BBQ Chicken Recipe
Avocado Eggrolls with BBQ Chicken will become your favorite addictive snack. Crunchy and utterly amazing!
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13
Mexican Street Corn Nachos Photo
Serene Herrera
Mexican Street Corn Nachos Recipe
Mexican Street Corn Nachos are great for summertime parties, tailgating, and just about every other occasion. Festive and so delicious!
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