56 Recipes Perfect For Game Night

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56 Recipes Perfect For Game Night1/56 Best Ever Fried Chicken Wings 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings about 4 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For game night snacks, I shake up these saucy wings. When I run out, friends hover by the snack table until I bring out more. When they ask me how to fry chicken wings, they never believe it’s so easy! —Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 87 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 218mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 2/56 Bacon

3/56 Cheeseburger Nachos 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time

Pretzel Fury Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 6 pretzels Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I tried a bacon pretzel fury the last time I was at Busch Gardens, and afterward I ferociously tried to re-create it at home. I don’t live anywhere close to the amusement park, so this version curbs my hankerings when back in the Midwest. —Alvin Ciepluch, Kenosha, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 pretzel: 533 calories, 21g fat (9g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 1699mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein. 3/56 Cheeseburger Nachos 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time

25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Cheeseburger nachos are the perfect game night food. Load them up with all the toppings or let everyone claim part of the platter that they can top with their faves. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 407 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1082mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein. 4/56 Slow-Cooker Flan in a Jar Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Flan in a Jar Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 25 min Servings 6 servings Go

They’re a cute and fun take on the Mexican dessert classic

to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Spoil yourself or the people you love with these delightful portable custards. They’re a cute and fun take on the Mexican dessert classic. They’re a great game night food idea. —Megumi Garcia, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/3 cup: 224 calories, 10g fat (8g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 87mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. 5/56 Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Chips 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 35 min Servings 12 servings (1-1/2 cups dip) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This air-fryer sweet potato chips recipe is so quick and

My Italian husband grew up eating this flavorful sandwich, which his

easy. Be sure to give the sweet potato slices a quick soak in cold water to help remove some of the excess starch. —Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup chips with about 2 tablespoons dip: 285 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 217mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. 6/56 Italian Sub 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Italian Submarine Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My Italian husband grew up eating this flavorful sandwich, which his

mother used to make it after Saturday chores were finished

mother used to make it after Saturday chores were finished. Put the sub together a few hours ahead and refrigerate, then serve with chips, veggies and dip for a delicious meal. —Christine Lupella, Fifty Lakes, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 340 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 1130mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein. 7/56 Confetti Snack Mix 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Confetti Snack Mix Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 7 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve made this party mix for many years, and

I usually double the recipe

I usually double the recipe. It makes a delightful gift, and everyone always asks how I make it. —Jane Bray, Temple Terrace, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 125 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 98mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 8/56 Old-Fashioned Lemonade 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Old-Fashioned Lemonade Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 7 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This sweet-tart lemonade is a traditional part of my game night menu. Folks can’t get enough of the fresh-squeezed flavor. —Tammi Simpson, Greensburg, Kentucky

Try these out if you’ve been stuck in a chicken wing rut

Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 142 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 1mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. 9/56 Fried Lemon-Pepper Wings 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These lemon-pepper wings are perfect for game day. Try these out if you’ve been stuck in a chicken wing rut. Add grated lemon zest to the butter mixture if you want a more pronounced lemon flavor. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 103 calories, 9g fat

It’s super cheesy and easy

(2g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. Before you move ahead also try these chicken wing sauce recipes that are simply irresistible! 10/56 Pressure-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you like quick and easy recipes that are spicy, you’ll love this Instant-Pot Buffalo chicken dip. It’s super cheesy and easy. and it has that real Buffalo wing taste! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee,

And it makes enough to feed a hungry crowd

Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup dip: 173 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 502mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. 11/56 Easy Puppy Chow 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 13 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This easy puppy chow recipe uses a whole package of cereal, so there’s less messy measuring. And it makes enough to feed a hungry crowd. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 229 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 146mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g

protein. 12/56 Mini Cheese Balls 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. —J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 cheese ball: 47 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 61mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 13/56 Pizza on a Stick 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time

30 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

30 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My daughter and her friends had fun turning sausage, pepperoni, veggies and pizza dough into these cute kabobs. Give our version a try or make your own using you favorite light pizza toppings. —Charlene Woods, Norfolk, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 2 kabobs with 1/4 cup sauce: 429 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 1337mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. 14/56 Fried Jalapenos Test Kitchen Approved Fried Jalapenos Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe

From the Recipe Creator: Here’s an appetizer that will heat up any gathering

From the Recipe Creator: Here’s an appetizer that will heat up any gathering. Family and friends often request that I make these jalapenos. —DeLea Lonadier, Montgomery, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed jalapeno: 109 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 15/56 Chocolate Chip Blondies 140 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Folks who love the flavor of the classic cookie will enjoy that same great flavor in these chocolate chip bars. This blondie recipe can be mixed

up in a jiffy, tastes wonderful, and is perfect for occasions when company drops by unexpectedly or you need a treat in a hurry. —Rhonda Knight, Hecker, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 blondie: 102 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 72mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 16/56 Chili Queso Dip 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chili Queso Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 20 min Servings 40 servings (2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve had this recipe for more than 42 years and have updated it

from time to time

from time to time. This is an easy game night food to whip up and everyone loves the taquito dippers. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup dip: 147 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 473mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. 17/56 Game-Night Nacho Pizza 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Some like it hot with jalapenos; others like it cool with a dollop of sour cream. But one thing’s for sure: This is “nacho”

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