Game day food doesn’t have to mean a bag of chips and one sad bowl of dip. These game day dinner ideas are real meals that still feel like a party, and most of them come together while the pregame show is on.
You’ll find crockpot chili and white chicken chili that cook while you set up, sliders and tater tot nachos that feed a crowd, and a few casseroles that bake in about 20 minutes. Every recipe is made for grabbing a plate and getting back to the couch before kickoff.
Pick one for a Sunday football dinner, or line up two or three for a full game day spread.
Crockpot Chili with Ground Beef
Crockpot Chili with Ground Beef
4
servingsKeep the screen of your device on
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
1 cup beef broth
1 can tomato paste
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
Directions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker. Add the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and tomato paste.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Mix well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or crackers.
Notes
- This chili is even better the next day, making it perfect for leftovers. Serve it with cornbread for the ultimate comfort meal!
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