These 15 easy meaty dinners will have you spending less time cooking and more time cheering on your team. These recipes are all about minimal prep, maximum flavor, and getting you back to the couch before the next play.
Air Fryer Carnitas
Whip up some Air Fryer Carnitas and watch your family tackle them faster than a linebacker. This shredded come out so tender and crispy, it’ll disappear quicker than the halftime show. Load them into tacos or burritos and for a game day Mexican fiesta.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Carnitas
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken is the MVP of game day eats—minimal prep and it cooks itself to juicy perfection. Pile it high on a bun, slap on some coleslaw, and you’ve got a hand-held feast that’ll make you the tailgate hero. Just set it, forget it, and focus on the game while the slow cooker works.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pulled Chicken
Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs
Take a time-out for Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs, because everything’s better with bacon, especially on game day. These pork-packed wonders are the ultimate upgrade to your hot dog lineup. Air fry them and watch them vanish faster than your team’s lead in the fourth quarter.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs
Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches
Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches are slow-cooked until they’re fall-apart tender. They’re the beefy, cheesy champions of your game day spread. Just let the crock pot run the play, and you’ll be scoring points with every bite.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches
Instant Pot Chili
Instant Pot Chili is the game changer your chilly game day needs, with all the classic flavors ready in record time. The beans and beef will keep you fueled through every touchdown. Cincinnati-style and pressure-cooked it’s the comfort food quarterback your menu deserves.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chili
Crock Pot Beer Brats
With Crock Pot Beer Brats, you’re bringing the stadium vibes right into your living room. They’re simmered in beer and onions, making them a no-brainer for brat lovers and beer enthusiasts alike. Serve these bad boys up and watch your family go wild.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Beer Brats
Garlic Parmesan Drumsticks
Garlic Parmesan Drumsticks are your ticket to crispy, cheesy bliss that’ll have everyone licking their fingers and asking for more. They’re a cinch to make, keto-friendly, and a surefire way to make everyone satisfied. It’s finger food at its finest.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Parmesan Drumsticks
Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
Let these Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs slow cook in a mix of peach preserves, honey, and BBQ sauce while you kick back and enjoy the game. They’re so tender and flavorful, your guests might just put you in charge of ribs for every game day.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
Instant Pot French Dip Sandwiches
Instant Pot French Dip Sandwiches are like having a gourmet deli in your kitchen—juicy, tender, and ready to dip. Chuck roast gets the VIP treatment in au jus until it’s fall-apart fantastic. Whip these up and watch your living room turn into the best seat outside the stadium.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot French Dip Sandwiches
Crockpot Chili Without Beans
This Crockpot Chili is the perfect play for those who want to skip the legumes and go straight for the meaty goodness. It’s a veggie-packed, bean-free bowl of deliciousness that’ll keep you cozy all game long. Let the slow cooker run the offense, and you just sit back and savor the win.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Chili Without Beans
Taco Bell Nacho Fries Supreme
Score big with Taco Bell Nacho Fries Supreme. Spicy, crispy fries get the are piled high with beef, beans, and all the fixings. It’s a meal that’ll have everyone doing their own touchdown dance.
Get the Recipe: Taco Bell Nacho Fries Supreme
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos
Crock Pot Chicken Tacos are the set-it-and-forget-it solution to spice up any game day. With a honey-lime twist, these tacos are like a fiesta in a tortilla, and they’re so easy, you’ll be left wondering why every game day isn’t Taco Tuesday.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Chicken Tacos
Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Instant Pot Pulled Pork is the game-winning drive you need for a hearty and satisfying dinner that’s unbelievably easy. Flavor-packed and fork-tender, this shredded delight is ready in just a couple of hours. Let the Instant Pot do the heavy lifting, and you’ll have more time to debate the ref’s calls.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Buffalo Chicken Chili
Turn up the heat on game day with a pot of Buffalo Chicken Chili. Packed with chicken, hot sauce, and beans, this chili puts a spicy spin on a comfort food classic. It’s the perfect way to keep the game day spirit burning, one fiery spoonful at a time.
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Chili
Walking Taco Casserole
Walking Taco Casserole takes all the portable fun of a walking taco and turns it into a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for game day grazing. It’s a layered playbook of beef, cheese, veggies, and Fritos that’ll have your guests coming back for seconds. Dig in and enjoy the crunch of victory.
Get the Recipe: Walking Taco Casserole