There's no reason why great food has to be reserved for Super Bowl Sunday. Why not spice up every football watch party with some delicious grub?
Let's face it, buffalo chicken is the best ingredient for a touchdown dish! But why does this spicy bird have to be limited to wings? Below are ten of the best buffalo chicken recipes to create for your next football Sunday.
1. Buffalo Chicken Dip
Let's start off with a traditional party favorite: buffalo chicken dip. The epitome of football food, this dip is easy to snack on while focusing on the game. Classic creaminess and spiciness are balanced out with the freshness of chopped celery, and this dip is perfect to be served with chips, crackers, or veggies.
2. Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
Combining two of the greatest foods of all time, this recipe is sure to be a touchdown at your party. Creamy pasta and crispy breading make the perfect pair in this shareable Mac and Cheese, and the notes of hot sauce take this dish to the next level.
3. Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
They're basically bite-sized boneless wings, so how could you go wrong with these meatballs? A simple and classic buffalo chicken recipe, these are sure to please! Dunk them in your dip of choice, and pair them with your favorite fresh veggies to create a football fan-approved favorite.
4. Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
A bit of Mexican inspiration takes these spicy enchiladas far with all of the classic flavors associated with buffalo chicken wrapped up in a tortilla and doused in hot sauce. These enchiladas are a surefire new addition to your collection of buffalo chicken recipes.
5. Buffalo Chicken Salad
I know, who wants to eat a salad on game day? Just trust me, this salad is worth the veggies, with an extra kick from the buffalo chicken, and the option to drizzle on some cool, creamy ranch/bleu cheese. This salad will be a crowd pleaser, despite not being as rich as the others.
6. Buffalo Chicken Cheese Balls
Come on, how could you top this match made in heaven? Buffalo chicken and cheese fried up in bite-sized balls, with something cool and smooth to dip them in... This sounds like the best appetizer ever! Whip up these balls at your next game-day celebration to keep your guests coming back for more.
7. Buffalo Chicken Brie
This one is a bit unconventional, but definitely works. Combining the savory bite of brie with the spice of buffalo chicken creates a complex flavor profile that will be your new favorite appetizer. A bit fancier than usual football foods, this high-class snack will still have a place at your table while you cheer on your team!
8. Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Buffalo chicken pizza is easily one of the greatest food collabs of all time, and this pizza is the holy grail. Rachael Ray outdoes herself (once again) with this spicy, savory pie perfect for slicing up and sharing at your next football get-together.
9. Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Everybody loves a good burger, so why not take some of the best parts and sub the beef for buffalo chicken? Crisp lettuce, tomato, ranch, and bleu cheese contrast perfectly with the kick of buffalo chicken, and the bun is there to hold this beauty together while soaking up the flavor. After these sliders, you'll swear off beef burgers forever!
10. Buffalo Chicken Nachos
One of the ultimate party foods, nachos are a staple at every football watch party. These buffalo chicken nachos take classic flavors and elevate them, adding spicy and cool elements, alongside the flavor kick of ranch-flavored tortilla chips. Easy to modify to your taste, these nachos are a simple and delicious recipe to put together on your next football Sunday. Enjoy!