Pin 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.
This spread has become a staple at our football gatherings and never fails to impress guests with its variety and flavors.
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
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Prepare Wings:
- 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.
- Bake Potatoes:
- 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.
- Prepare Potato Skins:
- 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.
- Cook Sausages:
- Meanwhile, combine smoked sausages with barbecue sauce in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 8 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Arrange Veggies:
- Arrange celery, carrot, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber on a large serving platter.
- Prepare Dips:
- 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.
- Assemble Platter:
- Arrange wings, potato skins, sausages, and veggie sticks on a large platter. Serve with dips on the side.
Pin This recipe always brings the family together on game day, sharing laughs and enjoying the delicious spread.
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
Per serving: Calories 560, Total Fat 32 g, Carbohydrates 34 g, Protein 32 g
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Recipe FAQ
- → How are the chicken wings seasoned and cooked?
The wings are tossed with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, then baked at 425°F for 40-45 minutes until golden and crisp.
- → What fillings top the potato skins?
Potato skins are brushed with olive oil, seasoned, then filled with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and finished with sliced green onions.
- → How is the sausage prepared in the spread?
Smoked cocktail sausages are simmered in barbecue sauce for 8-10 minutes to infuse smoky and tangy flavors.
- → What fresh vegetables are included and how are they served?
Celery sticks, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices are arranged fresh on the platter to add crispness and color.
- → What dips accompany the platter?
Two creamy dips include a chive dip made with sour cream, mayonnaise, chives, and lemon juice, plus a classic ranch dressing.
- → Can this platter accommodate dietary preferences?
Yes, chicken wings can be swapped with turkey or cauliflower for lighter or vegetarian options, and additional flavors like guacamole or spicy salsa can be added.