Save to Pinterest 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.
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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
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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.
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Recipe FAQs
- → How do I make the chicken wings crispy?
Toss wings with olive oil and spices, then bake at a high temperature (220°C/425°F) for 40–45 minutes, turning halfway to ensure even crispness.
- → What’s the best way to prepare potato skins?
Bake whole russet potatoes until tender, scoop out most flesh leaving a sturdy shell, then fill with cheese, bacon, and green onions before a quick bake to melt cheese.
- → Can I substitute the smoked sausages with something else?
Yes, turkey or vegetarian sausages work well. Adjust cooking time and sauce as needed to suit alternatives.
- → What dips complement the platter best?
Chive sour cream and ranch dressings add creamy, tangy flavors that balance the smoky and savory items perfectly.
- → How can I add more flavor or variety to the spread?
Try adding guacamole or spicy salsa for extra zest, or pair with light beers and sparkling water with lemon for refreshing drinks.
