Save A festive and crowd-pleasing platter featuring classic game day favorites—perfect for sharing at your next football tailgate. Includes crispy chicken wings, loaded potato skins, smoky sausages, fresh veggie sticks, and creamy dips.
A beloved spread that brings friends and family together on game day for a delicious touchdown celebration.
Ingredients
- Chicken Wings: 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) chicken wings, separated at joints, tips removed, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper
- Potato Skins: 4 large russet potatoes, 2 tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp pepper, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled, 2 green onions, sliced
- Mini Sausages: 400 g (14 oz) smoked cocktail sausages, ½ cup barbecue sauce
- Veggie Platter: 2 cups celery sticks, 2 cups carrot sticks, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup cucumber slices
- Dips: 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives, 1 tbsp lemon juice, Salt and pepper to taste, 1 cup ranch dressing
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Step 2:
- Toss chicken wings with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 40 45 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Step 3:
- Scrub potatoes, prick with a fork, and bake directly on the oven rack for 1 hour or until tender. Let cool slightly, cut in half, and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving 1 cm (½-inch) shell.
- Step 4:
- Brush potato skins with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place skin side down on a baking sheet. Fill each with cheddar cheese and bacon. Return to oven for 10 minutes, until cheese melts. Sprinkle with green onions.
- Step 5:
- Meanwhile, combine smoked sausages with barbecue sauce in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 8 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Step 6:
- Arrange celery, carrot, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber on a large serving platter.
- Step 7:
- For the chive dip, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Place ranch dressing in a separate bowl.
- Step 8:
- Arrange wings, potato skins, sausages, and veggie sticks on a large platter. Serve with dips on the side.
Save This spread has become a family favorite, often enjoyed during weekend games, bringing everyone together to share food and laughter.
Required Tools
Baking sheets, Saucepan, Mixing bowls, Sharp knife, Cutting board, Serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (cheese, sour cream, ranch), Eggs (mayonnaise, ranch), Gluten (sausages may contain gluten), Pork (bacon, sausages). Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 560, Total Fat: 32 g, Carbohydrates: 34 g, Protein: 32 g per serving
Save This touchdown tailgate spread is sure to score big with your guests and bring great joy to any gathering.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I make crispy chicken wings?
Toss wings in olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway for even crispiness.
- → What’s the best way to prepare potato skins?
Bake whole russet potatoes until tender, scoop out most flesh leaving a shell, brush with oil, then fill with cheese and bacon before melting under heat.
- → How can I serve smoky sausages with BBQ sauce?
Simmer smoked cocktail sausages in barbecue sauce over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat evenly.
- → Which fresh veggies complement this platter?
Celery sticks, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices offer refreshing crunch alongside richer items.
- → How are the dips prepared?
Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the chive dip, and serve ranch dressing separately for variety.
- → Can I substitute the chicken wings for a vegetarian option?
Yes, turkey or cauliflower wings are great alternatives for a lighter or vegetarian-friendly variation.