Big Game Main Dish Recipes

With winning recipes for chili, meatballs, pulled pork, burgers and dogs, you'll be pulling for overtime. Find your game day main dish recipes here at Allrecipes.

Staff Picks

Touchdown Pizza

Rating: Unrated
34
My favorite sports pub serves this, and I've come up with a simple and delicious home version. Many local restaurants sell wing sauce, and most grocery stores carry it near the steak and BBQ sauces. It's rich, so serve in squares as an appetizer. Serve ranch dressing, celery, and carrot sticks on the side. Enjoy!
By Saveur

Game Day Bites

Rating: Unrated
200
These mini hamburgers taste very similar to the popular mini fast food burgers! We make them every year for the Big Game, but they are great any time. They can be made ahead and frozen until needed.
By Kathy Bezemes Walstrom

Jan's Pretzel Dogs

Rating: Unrated
185
Hot dogs wrapped in a pretzel are a perfect snack. Perfect for Super Bowl parties or the weekend tailgate! A little something different using your favorite can of beer instead of water! Delicious!
By What's for dinner, mom?

Instant Pot® Quick and Easy Outlaw Chili Beans

Rating: Unrated
18
These chili beans are delicious and so easy to make. Dinner is ready in 45 minutes or less! If your chili doesn't have beans it's not outlaw chili. Garnish with lime, cilantro, diced onions, Cheddar cheese, and diced avocado.
By bd.weld

Slow Cooker Texas Pulled Pork

Rating: Unrated
2083
Slow cooked, Texas-style pulled pork that is served on a buttered and toasted roll. My family's favorite.
By cmccreight

Easy Homemade Chili

Rating: Unrated
327
Easy homemade chili. Goes great with cornbread or over corn chips for a chili pie! I like to use spicy pinto beans.
By Tobi Hargis

The Best Meatballs

Rating: Unrated
1165
I never knew how to make good meatballs until I found this recipe. I normally make mine with just ground beef and they still taste great. I've used the combination of pork, beef and veal and they are equally good. Definitely use fresh bread crumbs and freshly grate your cheese instead of using the canned variety...it really does make a difference.
By Geanine

Boilermaker Tailgate Chili

Rating: Unrated
5344
This is the chili recipe the gang eats at Purdue Boilermaker football games. I always prep and cook the chili the night before and then reheat the next day. This is a combination of many different tomato-based chili recipes. Good luck and enjoy.
By MIGHTYPURDUE22
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Simple Turkey Chili

Rating: Unrated
1675
This is a very simple and hearty chili with plenty of flavor. It's even better the second day! I serve this with lowfat Cheddar cheese and lowfat sour cream. It's also delicious with crackers.
By Amanda Ingraham

Slow Cooker Chili II

Rating: Unrated
707
The slow cooker is a great way to make chili. This beefy chili is packed with beans, veggies, and spice.
By Danelle

Chicken Quesadillas

Rating: Unrated
733
This is a great recipe for parties. I freeze the leftovers; they reheat quite well. The zesty chicken and cooked peppers are a succulent delight when mixed with the melted cheeses. Cut the quesadillas into wedges and serve with sour cream and salsa.
By Heather
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Laura's Quick Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

Rating: Unrated
1104
This is an easy chili recipe that you can throw in the slow cooker and forget about all day. Great topped with Cheddar cheese, crushed corn chips, and a dollop of sour cream.
By LauraKKH
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Inspiration and Ideas

First-String Chili Recipes

First-String Chili Recipes

These top-rated recipes are all ready to suit up for the big game. They're a great way to feed a crowd.
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Tex-Mex Super Bowls Buffet

Set out a generous spread and let your guests storm the field.
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Chef John's 13 MVP Recipes

Chef John's 13 MVP Recipes

17 First-String Chili Recipes, Ready to Suit Up for the Big Game

17 First-String Chili Recipes, Ready to Suit Up for the Big Game

Easy White Chili

Easy White Chili

Rating: Unrated
382

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Rating: Unrated
1766

This is a spicy, hearty sandwich that will please those who love buffalo chicken wings. This recipe is perfect for those days spent watching football. I like to top these with blue cheese or ranch dressing.

More Big Game Main Dish Recipes

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Rating: Unrated
3603
Pork simmered in root beer makes all the difference. Topped with your favorite BBQ sauce, it's sure to bring rave reviews.
By Livie's Mommy

White Bean Chicken Chili

Rating: Unrated
998
This recipe was passed down from a friend, and now it is one of our favorites! It's great to make whenever there is left over chicken or turkey around! We pray for colder weather in California just so we can make this soup! You can substitute additional diced tomatoes for the tomatillos. If you would like the soup to be spicier, you can add some red chili flakes or salsa. Serve with these toppings for people to choose from: limes, cilantro, cheese, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips.
By Thea

Emily's Excellent Taco Casserole

Rating: Unrated
167
This is a super speedy dinner I like to make when it is getting late and I haven't cooked yet. Chili, corn chips and cheese are topped with lettuce and tomato. Spice it up with your favorite salsa. Vegetarian chili can be found with the regular chili - it is often labeled as 'fat free'. This recipe can easily be doubled, and cooked in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
By your mom

Chili Rellenos Casserole

Rating: Unrated
885
This Chili Rellenos Casserole is very easy to prepare and is loaded with flavor. Great for a busy week night, and good enough for company.
By CLARISSA2

Easy Slow Cooker Meatballs

Rating: Unrated
489
This is an easy recipe that can be prepared in a slow cooker for a great hot meal at the end of the day. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti noodles.
By HUNNIE0913
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Grandma's Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili

Rating: Unrated
679
This is a simple crowd pleasing recipe that can sit in a slow cooker until it is time to serve.
By sellitman

The Ultimate Chili

Rating: Unrated
354
Easy recipe with little preparation time. This can also be made with ground turkey, and it tastes even better the next day!
By Wendy

White Chili with Ground Turkey

Rating: Unrated
1016
A great alternative to regular chili. This dish has a unique taste that even the pickiest eater will enjoy. Make sure you spice this one to taste! Garnish with cheese, salsa, sour cream and cilantro leaves, and serve with rolled tortillas on the side.
By Donna Nugent
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My Chili

Rating: Unrated
1003
This is the easiest chili recipe, and it is delicious and sure to please everyone. Using home canned tomatoes gives the best flavor, but is not necessary. Enjoy.
By Michelle

Debdoozie's Blue Ribbon Chili

Rating: Unrated
2444
This is the tastiest, easiest chili recipe you'll ever find. I recommend serving it with sliced jalapeno chile peppers and crackers or cornbread.
By Deb

Spicy Slow-Cooked Chili

Rating: Unrated
163
This spicy and satisfying chili is made in the slow cooker. Start it before you head off to work, and return to a homemade meal ready to eat! I like to put two scoops of sour cream in with my bowl.
By dandi

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Rating: Unrated
311
A topping of spicy barbeque sauce, diced chicken, cilantro, peppers, and onion all covered with cheese, and baked to bubbly goodness! This is similar to a recipe I had at a popular pizza place in California. My family LOVES it!
By KIMIRAE

Fast English Muffin Pizzas

Rating: Unrated
204
Fast and VERY kid friendly.. they can make them and all you have to do is bake them! Pizza sauce, cheese and their choice of topping makes this a great snack or anytime meal!
By RHONDA35

Award Winning Chili

Rating: Unrated
406
This delicious chili took 2nd place at our local chili cook-off! Bet you can't eat just one bowl. If it is too thick, add water 1/4 cup at a time until you reach desired consistency. Even better tasting the second day!
By Jennifer

Flatlander Chili

Rating: Unrated
1800
Easy to make, great anytime, and always a favorite.
By George Couch
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Meatball Sub Casserole

Rating: Unrated
140
My boys LOVE this! It is quick and simple! I am always asked to bring this to Super Bowl® parties and family events!
By sarabrola

Veggie Pizza

Rating: Unrated
350
I never have leftovers when I serve this. You can use low-fat or nonfat sour cream for this recipe if you'd like.
By MERRI C

Chicago-Style Hot Dog

Rating: Unrated
208
The Chicago Dog is a Windy City classic, and a big favorite with sports fans! The frank must be all-beef, the bun must be poppyseed, the ingredients must be piled onto the bun in the order specified. And whatever you do, don't spoil the splendor with ketchup!
By elsaw

Chili I

Rating: Unrated
1383
Thick and spicy chili. Coffee and beer give this chili a unique and dynamite flavor. Garnish with shredded cheese and diced chile peppers.
By ROBTX99

Chili con Carne I

Rating: Unrated
26
Great chili recipe for a very large crowd. Cook it in a 6 gallon steam jacketed kettle or a huge pot on the stove.
By JJCATERING

Award Winning Chili Con Carne

Rating: Unrated
100
This chili recipe is many years in the making and I have won several awards with it. I think you'll be pleased with it. You can alter it to your own spice levels to achieve your perfect chili. Garnish with shredded mozzarella cheese, and use corn chips for dipping.
By CHEFJIMMY

Fantastic Black Bean Chili

Rating: Unrated
778
I never knew what I was missing until my mother-in-law made this! Everyone begged her for the recipe. A nice and easy way to feed a crowd. Thanks to my mother-in-law this has become a favorite dish! Can be frozen very well and doubled for a larger crowd. Top with your favorite shredded cheese.
By Rebecca Slone

Pumpkin Chili

Rating: Unrated
261
My hometown has a pumpkin festival every year and this is one of the recipes our family enjoys.
By BMWRIGHT69

Cha Cha's White Chicken Chili

Rating: Unrated
1832
Delicious white bean chili. Cha Cha says: 'It's kinda spicy, so watch out!' Substitute mild green chiles for the jalapenos if you're scared! Use more chicken and cheese as desired.
By Cathy
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