5 Tailgate Classics Every Crowd Loves (Perfect for NFL Kickoff!)

 

Skip the fryer — this oven method gets the skin shatteringly crisp.

Ingredients:

  • 3 lb chicken wings

  • 1 Tbsp aluminum-free baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ cup Frank’s RedHot

  • 4 Tbsp butter

Instructions:

  1. Pat wings dry. Toss with baking powder + salt.

  2. Arrange on rack over sheet tray.

  3. Bake 425°F for 45–50 minutes, flipping at 25 minutes.

  4. Melt butter and mix with hot sauce. Toss wings to coat.

  5. Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese dip.


3. 5-Minute Queso Dip

Warm, gooey, and perfect for tortilla chips — queso is always a hit.

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz evaporated milk

  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch

  • 8 oz shredded cheddar

  • 4 oz shredded pepper jack

  • 1 small can diced green chiles

Instructions:

  1. Whisk cornstarch into evaporated milk in saucepan. Simmer until thickened.

  2. Stir in cheeses until smooth.

  3. Add green chiles (and salsa if you like extra spice).


4. Quick 30-Minute Chili