87 Game Day Main Dishes – Easy Game Day Menu

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When the big game is on, everyone knows the real MVP isn’t just the players on the screen—it’s the spread of mouthwatering main dishes keeps the crowd cheering. Forget those sad, boring snacks. We’re talking about serious game-day cuisine that transforms your living room into the ultimate culinary stadium.

From fall-apart pulled pork sliders to crispy chicken sandwiches, these main dishes are the fuel that keeps the party going strong. BBQ grilled cheese, birria tacos, honey buffalo wings, loaded chili dogs, and carnitas.

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Oven Baked Turkey and Cheese Sliders

These oven-baked turkey and cheese sliders are perfect for game day! Soft, buttery rolls are packed with layers of tender turkey and melted cheese, then brushed with a savory butter glaze.

Oven Baked Turkey and Cheese Sliders

Pulled Pork Sliders

Juicy pulled pork smoked perfectly then piled high on soft buns with your favorite BBQ sauce. These sliders are tender, flavorful, and the perfect finger food for your game day spread. Add some coleslaw on top for an extra crunch!

Traeger Pulled Pork Sliders

Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

BBQ Grilled Cheese

Take your classic grilled cheese to the next level with BBQ flavors! Melty cheese and smoky BBQ meat combine crispy, buttery bread for a comforting, savory sandwich perfect for game day munching.

BBQ Grilled Cheese

Lamb Burgers

Lamb Burgers

Grilled Bratwurst

Fire up the grill for these classic bratwursts! Juicy and full of flavor, they’re perfect for game day gatherings. Serve on a bun with mustard, sauerkraut, or your favorite toppings for a satisfying bite.

Grilled Bratwurst

Homemade Sloppy Joes

These homemade sloppy joes are a nostalgic, hearty option for your game day feast. Ground beef cooked in a rich, tangy sauce and piled onto soft buns makes for a messy but delicious sandwich everyone will love.

Homemade Sloppy Joes

Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends Banh Mi

Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends Banh Mi

Smoked Boneless Chicken Thighs

These smoked boneless chicken thighs are juicy, flavorful, and easy to prepare. The pellet grill infuses them with a delicious smoky flavor, making them an excellent option for game day. Serve them whole or slice them for sliders.

Smoked Boneless Chicken Thighs

Pulled Pork Burger

Smoky pulled pork meets the ultimate burger! These Pulled pork burgers are piled high with tender, flavorful pork, and your favorite BBQ toppings. A hearty, satisfying option for any game day spread.

Pit Boss Pulled Pork Burger

Smashed Meatball Sliders

Smashed Meatball Sliders

Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Known as “meat candy,” these smoked pork belly burnt ends are sweet, smoky, and irresistibly tender. They’re the perfect game day finger food for everyone to reach for seconds.

Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Smoked Chicken Wings

Smoked Chicken Wings

Brisket Sausage Rolls

Brisket meets sausage rolls for the ultimate game-day snack! Flaky pastry wraps around tender, smoky brisket for a savory, bite-sized treat that will impress your guests.

Brisket Sausage Rolls

Pulled Pork Queso Dip

Pulled Pork Queso Dip

Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

These grilled jalapeno poppers are stuffed with creamy cheese and wrapped in smoky bacon for the ultimate game-day snack. They’re spicy, savory, and addictive!

Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip

This baked buffalo chicken dip is creamy, spicy, and flavorful. Perfect for dipping chips and veggies or even spreading on sliders—it’s a game day favorite that’s always a crowd-pleaser.

Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip

Carnitas (Mexican Pulled Pork)

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Healthy Chili with Beef and Butternut Squash Recipe

Nothing is better than a cozy bowl of chili. This healthy chili with ground beef recipe boosts flavor from kidney beans and butternut squash.
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Fried Buttermilk Chicken Tenders

Crispy, crunchy finger foods are a must for every game day. These Fried Buttermilk Chicken Tenders are a sure fire win!
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Copycat Wendy’s Chili in the Crockpot

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Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

Bacon-wrapped shrimp is the perfect finger food. It’s a great combo of a delicious smoky brown sugar rub, crispy bacon, and juicy shrimp. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, and watch everyone devour them.
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Fried Chicken Recipe

This Fried Chicken Recipe is soaked in buttermilk and is super crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. It is a great and easy dish that is perfect for entertaining guests or hosting a game day.
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Greek Style Gyros with Tzatziki

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Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

These cheesy, creamy chicken enchiladas are made with rotisserie chicken and store-bought salsa for a quick and easy game day recipe that satisfies!
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Beer Can Chicken on a Big Green Egg

Beer can chicken smoked on a Big Green Egg has such great flavor! The skin is crispy; the meat is tender. You won’t need to add BBQ sauce, as it is so tasty!!
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Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe

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Easy Pull Apart Meatball Sliders

Pull Apart Meatball Sliders are made with two types of cheese and have a garlic bread topping for a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
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Easy Fried Chicken Tacos Recipe

Tacos are delicious, but fried tacos are even better! Check out this recipe that everyone will love!
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Kid Friendly, Easy Vegetarian Chili Recipe

No one will miss the meat in this crowd-pleasing pot of vegetarian chili. A hearty chili loaded with beans and veggies that you can pile all your favorite toppings onto. The perfect game day meal.
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Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Spicy Butter and Honey Buttermilk Slaw

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BBQ Tri Tip

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Crock Pot Birria Tacos

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Crispy Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

These buffalo chicken quesadillas are extra crispy outside and loaded with flavor… Perfect to satisfy cravings for game day!
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Crock Pot Beef Brisket Recipe

Make this easy crockpot beef brisket the perfect game-day dish to fill up hungry bellies. Tender, juicy, and so versatile!
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Bacon-Wrapped Venison Backstrap Roast

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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks

Everything you love about Buffalo chicken wings, but heartier and more meaty, these Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Drumsticks are the perfect game-day meal!
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Perfect Steak Chili

Loaded with ground beef, steak, beans, and chili spices, this Perfect Steak Chili is just what Game Day needs! Add sour cream, cheese, and scallions for the perfect bowl of chili!
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Easy One Pan Meatball Casserole

Delicious and tender meatballs and fluffy mashed potatoes are the centerpiece of this easy-to-make casserole. Add marinara and gooey cheese; you have the perfect dish for any gathering.
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Spicy Chili Recipe

Every spoonful delivers a bold punch of heat tempered by smoky, savory, and slightly sweet undertones, leaving you craving another bite. It’s a chili that warms you from the inside out, making it a hearty comfort food for those who love spicy food!
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Easy White Bean Turkey Chili Verde

This White Bean Turkey Chili Verde is a cinch to prepare and always wows the crowd. Serve it with grated cheese, sour cream, avocados, and chopped cilantro to make it even more tasty and festive!
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Honey Buffalo Wings

Honey buffalo wings are the perfect balance of sweet and spicy that keeps you returning for more! These wings are seasoned with a flavorful spice mixture, baked until crisp, and then tossed in a sticky honey-buffalo glaze for the ultimate game-day snack.
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Easy Juicy Air Fryer Hamburgers

Juicy air fryer hamburgers are quick and easy to prepare with simple ingredients, and they cook in less than 10 minutes.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap is a great Game Day Meal that’s economical and simple to make using leftover chicken.
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Chili Canadian New Year

This award-winning chili can be made on the stove or the slow cooker.
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Crab Nachos with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

These easy crab nachos have tortilla chips, cheese, Dungeness (or canned) crab, and a quick garlic yogurt sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner or game day!
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Baked Bourbon Sausage and Peppers

As easy as it is delicious, this one pot Oven Baked Bourbon Sausage and Peppers recipe comes together in a flash, and is great for game day parties. The rich and smoky flavor of the bourbon, the sweet from the brown sugar and the heat from the sausage and red pepper flakes sets this dish apart from your traditional baked Italian sausage and peppers recipe.
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South Philly Style Slow Cooker Italian Shredded Pork

This Slow Cooker South Philly Italian Shredded Pork recipe is juicy, super flavorful (thanks to a quick and delicious spice rub), and versatile. Best of all, all you need to do is set it and forget it in your crockpot!

This will surely be in heavy rotation for football parties and more! This Italian roast pork sandwich is a must-try recipe in Philadelphia!
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Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers

This oven-baked sheet pan sausage and peppers is a quick recipe with bold flavors. Italian sausage baked in the oven with colorful peppers, onions, and a flavorful oregano and oil seasoning. Eat it as is with a side of rice, pasta or in a sandwich.
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Vegetable Fajitas

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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

These Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings are a hit at any party or game day gathering. They are crispy, flavorful, and easy to make.
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Smoke On!

Charlie

Author: Charlie Reeves
Hi, I’m Charlie, I have been meat-smoking and grilling for the past 15 years. I have an array of different smokers, thermometers, and have a love for finding the right wood and charcoal combo My favourite recipes are my EXTRA CRISPY smoked pork belly, juicy pulled pork, smoked brisket, duck poppers, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill).

I loves sharing his tips with beginners, helping them navigate the world of smoking. I find it’s not just about cooking; it’s a quest for that perfect smoky flavor.

You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling recipes with you!

You can read more about me on our About Us page.

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