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 great recipe that brings everyone together whether watching the game or just enjoying good company and delicious food under the open sky.
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 always brings my family together on game day creating fun warm moments shared with laughter and great food.
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 Enjoy this easy to make spread that perfectly complements any game day gathering.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I get crispy chicken wings?
Toss wings with olive oil and spices, then bake at 220°C (425°F) turning halfway, until golden and crisp for about 40-45 minutes.
- → What's the best way to prepare the potato skins?
Bake whole russet potatoes until tender, scoop out most flesh leaving a shell, brush with oil, fill with cheddar and bacon, then bake again until cheese melts.
- → Can I make the barbecue sausage glaze ahead?
Yes, simmer sausages with barbecue sauce about 8–10 minutes before serving to let flavors meld nicely.
- → What veggies work well for the platter?
Celery sticks, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices provide fresh, crunchy balance to the rich platters.
- → How can I customize the dips?
Blend sour cream, mayonnaise, chives, and lemon for a fresh chive dip, and keep ranch dressing separate for variety.
- → Are there lighter options to try?
Swap chicken wings with turkey or cauliflower alternatives, and add guacamole or spicy salsa for extra zest.