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The thing about throwing a Super Bowl party is that any interest in football is totally optional. Everyone knows these parties are mostly about the food. (At least, that’s what I tell myself.) As with any party, hosting is much easier if you pick a few recipes that can be made ahead of time. Luckily, there’s no shortage of easy and delicious slow-cooker Super Bowl recipes.
Hearty football snacks are great slow-cooker candidates in general. The braised meat of pulled pork or beef sliders is best done in the slow-cooker. Cheesy dips are easy to throw together in the slow-cooker, and it’s a great way to keep ’em warm well into overtime. And, there are plenty of less-obvious slow-cooker Super Bowl recipes that can add variety to your game day spread: homemade Chex mix, saucy meatballs and tasty chili—just to name a few.
Whether you’re hosting a party, heading to a potluck or just in need of something to snack on while you watch the game on your couch, these 20 slow-cooker Super Bowl recipes range from snack-y to meal-worthy. Even if you couldn’t care less about sports, these snacks will get you through the game.
Leite’s Culinaria.
Slow Cooker French Dip
These tasty French dip sandwiches are the perfect treat for any guest to grab and snack on while watching the big game.
Mom on Timeout.
Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites
I’m drooling already. These easy slow cooker kielbasa bites are the perfect snack or appetizer to have on hand for all your meat-eating guests.
The Pioneer Woman.
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese
Even game days need a few veggies thrown in, but at least this butternut squash mac & cheese lets you hide them under some gooey goodness.
Slow Cooker Gourmet.
Buffalo Chicken Chili
A bowl of this slow-cooker buffalo chicken chili is the perfect way to kick things off.
Well Plated.
Buffalo Chicken-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
This healthy-ish slow-cooker buffalo chicken sweet potato recipe is great for weeknight dinner, but it also packs enough of a punch to make a splash at your Super Bowl party.
Gimme Some Oven.
Chex Mix
The upside to making your own Chex mix is being able to control the levels of salt, spice and sweetness.
The Salty Marshmallow.
Sausage and Peppers
Nothing says ‘GAME TIME!’ like slow-cooker sausage and peppers served on a delicious roll.
Gimme Some Oven.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
No football party is complete without buffalo chicken dip. And really, every party is worse off without it.
Served Up With Love.
Chili Cheese Dogs
Make sure you have plenty of napkins around to deal with the hazards of these deliciously messy slow-cooker chili cheese dogs.
Girl Versus Dough.
Italian Meatballs
Serve up these slow-cooker Italian meatballs on slider rolls, with thick slices of French bread—or, you know, on their own.
Le Creme de la Crumb.
Copycat Chili’s Queso
This convincing copycat Chili’s queso might actually be more exciting than the game.
Mom Endeavors.
Hawaiian Pulled Pork Sliders
These sweet-salty slow-cooker pulled pork sliders work as an appetizer or a main course.
Spend With Pennies.
Buffalo Chicken Wings
You can never have too much buffalo sauce at a football party. Plus, chicken wings are the ultimate watch party food.
The Chunky Chef.
Taco Dip
Instead of taking up tons of space with an all-out taco bar, throw everything into a slow-cooker and serve up this taco dip.
Southern Living.
Beef Sliders with Pickled Peppers
Hearty dinner rolls are key to the success of these tender slow-cooker beef sliders with pickled peppers.
No Spoon Necessary.
Honey-Sriracha Little Smokies
Some people love serving tiny sausages on sticks at parties, some don’t. Either way, these slow-cooker honey-Sriracha little smokies are well worth a shot.
Garnish and Glaze.
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
I said there was no such thing as too much buffalo sauce, and I really meant it. These slow-cooker chicken sliders get a satisfying crunch from sliced cabbage, too.
Host the Toast.
Sticky Bacon-Whiskey Meatballs
Bacon? Check. Bourbon? Check. Meat? Check. Amazing that this tiny slow-cooker meatball dish can cover so many bases at once.
Plating Pixels.
Philly Cheesesteak Dip
Dip whatever starchy vessel you want into this slow-cooker Philly cheesesteak dip.
Plating Pixels.
Carnitas-Loaded Potato Skins
Bacon is a fine ingredient, but take things to the next level for the big came and fill your loaded potato skins with carnitas, instead.