Super Bowl Recipes | The Modern Proper (2024)

March 14, 2024

It's here! The big day when we get to eat all the Super Bowl appetizer recipes, snacks, and finger foods our heart desires. We’ve rounded up our best Super Bowl recipes for your entertaining needs.

Shrimp

Shrimp, the perfect finger food. Handhelds like sticky shrimp lettuce wraps and shrimp tacos, to dippers like shrimp co*cktail and coconut shrimp, your Super Bowl party needs some shrimp, and we got the recipes.

Shrimp co*cktailShrimp co*cktail is the ultimate luxurious appetizer and THIS is the ultimate shrimp co*cktail recipe—just add champagne!
Shrimp and Avocado Salad with Dill DressingCrunchy romaine serves as the ideal vehicle for steamed shrimp, avocado, cucumbers, and hard boiled eggs with a fresh and creamy dill dressing.
Sticky Shrimp Lettuce WrapsSucculent shrimp is tossed in a honey, garlic, chili sauce with fresh ginger and cooked quickly for a speedy, satisfying supper in these sticky shrimp lettuce wraps.
Coconut ShrimpNot just for the occasion of dining out, we encourage you to give this quick and easy coconut shrimp recipe a try at home. Thinking about the tasty crunch makes our mouths water.
Shrimp TacosFresh and delicious, this easy shrimp taco recipe comes complete with a slightly spicy avocado crema and topped with a crispy cabbage slaw that’s totally irresistible.

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Cheesy Dips

Is five cheese dips too many? Because we want to eat all of these at the next Super Bowl party we go to. Each one is a classic in its own right, so you can’t go wrong.

Rotel DipRotel dip is the cheesiest, hunkiest, and tastiest of all dips. It’s got everything–flavorful ground beef, melty Velveeta, chunky tomatoes and green chilies for a little bit of kick.
Pimento CheeseA little savory and a little sweet with miles of cheesy goodness, our best pimento cheese recipe is an immediate classic. Grab some crackers and get the party started!
Queso DipIf you’re looking for the cheesiest, most flavorful thing around, our super easy queso dip recipe is a game-day must-have.
Queso FundidoMelty cheese, perfectly spicy chorizo, and green chilis all come together to make this Queso Fundido your new favorite recipe.
White Cheddar Beer Cheese DipMade with two kinds of cheese and hearty IPA, this rich and creamy beer-cheese dip is delicious slathered on crisp apples, spicy Kielbasa sausage or even soft doughy pretzels.

Super Bowl Dip Recipes

Make sure you’ve got a couple of bags of your favorite potato chips around, because you’re going to need them for all these dips. There’s something for everyone here, so don’t be shy and make a couple!

Caramelized Onion Dip RecipeOur homemade caramelized onion dip outshines anything store-bought and is the perfect dip for your next gathering.
Hot Spinach Artichoke DipA fool-proof, quick recipe that is perfect for entertaining guests. Our spinach artichoke dip is delicious, reliable, and a crowd favorite. Serve with bread or chips, and everyone will be dipping.
Dill DipDill dip is a great reason to eat veggies (or an entire package of club crackers). This zesty classic is brimming with fresh dill, onion and garlic, and is the perfect creamy dip for any occasion.
Spinach DipThis tasty dip is 49% green things and 51% creamy good stuff, so it’s *mostly* good for you. This easy spinach dip whips up quickly, and scoops up even faster.
Hot Corn DipOur super loaded hot corn dip recipe is a rich and cheesy baked party dip that will make an all-star out of you.

Cornbread, Goes With Everything

Bread products are a must for any Super Bowl snacking celebration, and cornbread is an easy crowd pleaser. We’ve got a few fun varieties for you to try.

Spoon BreadMoist and custardy and studded with pieces of sweet corn kernels, this easy spoon bread recipe can’t be beat!
Cheesy Corn CasseroleIf you love cornbread, our cheesy corn casserole is for you–with creamed and whole kernel corn, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, this is one hot dish!
Homemade CornbreadIrresistible all year long, the old-fashioned comfort of a pan of homemade cornbread—served with salted butter and honey, of course—makes nearly any meal just a little bit better.
Cornbread with Creamed Corn and Jalapeño Infused HoneyForget everything you think you know about cornbread. These cornbread muffins drizzled with jalapeño honey are made with creamed corn and are moist, rich and oh-so-tender.

Chili Scores All The Points

Crock pot or stove-top, make a batch of chili and make friends with everyone at the party. We’ve got options for vegetarians, the paleo crew, and those willing to put in some time for a seriously good chili.

Vegetarian ChiliColorful and warming, vegan chili is a dairy-free, gluten-free, one-pot, wallet-friendly wonder that freezes well and is also very delicious.
Crock-Pot Paleo ChiliHearty and protein-packed, our Crock-Pot paleo chili will become your new comfort food crush. Just make sure you’ve got your trusty can opener at-the-ready, and you’ll be on your way!
Simple Chili RecipeBeefy, porky, beany and most of all EASY, the Monday night blahs are no match for this super hearty, super delicious chili recipe.
Award Winning ChiliBeef, pork, three kinds of beans and spices galore make this hearty, stick-to-your-ribs chili your family’s new game day go-to.

Healthy Super Bowl Recipes

Throw in a couple of these fresh and flavorful recipes to make sure everyone gets some fresh veggies into their bodies on game day.

Beet HummusThis jewel-hued roasted beet hummus is an instant mood booster. Serve it with raw or roasted veg, some pita for dipping or alongside meat from the grill, it’s versatile, delicious, and a real stunner!
3 Bean SaladThere’s few recipes where kidney beans take center stage, and 3 Bean Salad is one of the best reasons to open a can of this hearty bean. Stir them up with green beans and garbanzos for a classic trio!
Cowboy CaviarA perfect make-ahead dish for any potluck or party, our cowboy caviar recipe is one we know you’ll be making over and over again even as the summer winds down.
Taco SaladThe best taco salad recipe starts with seasoned beef and gets better from there, with toppings piled high—beans, corn, cheese, avocado and chips. Finish it off with taco salad dressing and DIG IN!

Taco Touchdown

You’ll want one these tacos in each hand. Five great recipes, including an easy oven-baked crispy chicken taco, and a slow cooker beef recipe. Tacos! Surprisingly easy to make for a crowd.

Crispy Chicken TacosFlavorful shredded chicken tacos with crispy, lacy edges that develop when the tacos are baking in the oven. Serve these tacos with a spicy avocado sauce and plenty of shrettuce.
Beef Birria TacosLoaded with juicy, chile-spiced and succulent beef birria, this easy beef birria taco recipe is a real keeper.
Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef TacosSavory, juicy barbacoa beef tacos—just like the ones at Chipotle!—topped simply with crunchy radishes and diced onion, are a cinch to make thanks to our trusty slow-cooker.
Beer-Battered Fish TacosCrispy beer-battered fish tacos, loaded with a slightly spicy, creamy coleslaw and topped off with a lime-spritzed crema, are pure heaven in a tortilla.
Easy Chicken TacosTaco night has never been easier! Our favorite fresh ingredients come together to make quick and easy chicken tacos.

Mac & Cheese

Frankly, our Super Bowl party could exist on mac & cheese alone. We’ve made many a tasty mac & cheese at The Modern Proper, and these are a few of our faves. It’s an indulgent comfort food that matches the Super Bowl spirit.

4-Ingredient Stovetop Macaroni and CheeseCan creamy, cheesy stovetop mac and cheese perfection be achieved with just four ingredients? You bet your buttons—and this easy macaroni and cheese recipe proves it.
Classic Baked Macaroni and CheeseThis baked macaroni and cheese recipe is a throwback to a childhood classic with an extra cheesy, velvety sauce and all the crispy crusty parts everyone will fight over.
Instant Pot Mac and CheeseIt’s easier—and way better—than box mac and cheese. It’s our rich, creamy, homemade Instant Pot mac and cheese!
Jalapeño Popper Mac and CheeseJalapeño popper mac and cheese. The name alone gives away how indulgently delicious this dish is. It's perfect for those fall evenings and lazy Sunday afternoons!

Pork Super Bowl Recipes

Here’s a few slow cooked numbers for the pork crowd, plus our favorite sausage rolls that never last long at a party, so we always make double. Pork, the foundation of many easy Super Bowl recipes.

Pulled PorkCooked low and slow, there’s nothing quite like tender pulled pork, and this pulled pork recipe is the very best we’ve ever made! Plus, this recipe works in the oven, slow-cooker, or Instant Pot!
Sausage RollsSavory, flakey golden-brown sausage rolls may be the new favorite appetizer at the party! They taste great warm and at room temperature and come together in less than an hour.
Slow Cooker Crispy CarnitasTime is the secret to perfect crispy, juicy carnitas, which is why carnitas and Crock-Pots are a match made in heaven.
Oven Baked Pork RibsSlow baking is the key to the best pork ribs recipe, and we’re going to show you exactly how to get that incredible fall-off-the-bone tenderness!
Roasted Poblano and Carnitas QuesadillasQuesadillas are our forever food friends. One of the easiest and tastiest meals you can make, this roasted poblano and carnitas quesadilla will quickly become a favorite.

Classic Dishes For Every Super Bowl Party

You know how there’s some dishes you *hope* are going to be at the Super Bowl party, but might not be a guarantee? We suggest making any recipe from this list—they’re classics for a reason, and everyone is hoping they’ll be at the party.

Classic Potato SaladCreamy and a bit tangy, with ruby-pink radishes for a little crunch, this classic potato salad wins best in show, every time.
Pesto Potato SaladThis bright green potato salad is an herbaceous and garlicky version of the classic. Simply made with pesto (fresh or from the store), cucumber, and hard-boiled eggs, you’ll be making this on repeat.
Dressed Up Baked BeansBrimming with bacon, spicy mustard and sausage, these dressed up baked beans take those boring old canned baked beans and make them interesting!
Classic ColeslawCreamy, a little sweet and a little tangy, this classic coleslaw recipe is a summertime must-have.
Macaroni SaladA classic, easy macaroni salad for summer entertaining, potluck-bringing and all around feasting!

Mexican Inspired

Some of our favorite Super Bowl recipes are these easy bakes, one skillet wonder, and a big bowl of guacamole.

Enchilada CasseroleLayers of corn tortilla, cheese, and a tasty bean and beef filling get the royal homemade enchilada sauce treatment in this easy enchilada casserole recipe.
Baked Chicken QuesadillasThese baked chicken quesadillas are the easiest and most delicious meal-for-a-crowd! Made with shredded chicken, sour cream and plenty of cheese they are always a hit!
Chicken Enchilada SkilletWarm and bubbling from the oven, covered with melty cheese and loaded with chicken, this chicken enchilada skillet is as easy as it is delectable.
Perfect GuacamoleOur homemade guacamole recipe shines at its craveable best when scooped up by crunchy, salted homemade corn chips—a bite of paradise, if you ask us.

Sandwich & Burgers

The people have spoken, and they want sandwiches, specifically any of these ones. But especially a fried chicken sandwich.

Fried Chicken SandwichPerfect in its simplicity: just fried chicken, lettuce, pickle, and aioli on a soft brioche bun. We could say more, but we’ll let this fried chicken sandwich recipe speak for itself.
Reuben SandwichFor us, reuben sandwiches immediately conjure deli counters, soda pop, a healthy side of potato–in chip or salad form, depending on your mood–and a crunchy pickle. Here’s how to bring all that home.
Philly CheesesteakToasty bun, caramelized onions and thinly sliced beef already sounds like the perfect sandwich, but please don’t forget the melted provolone when you make these Philly cheesesteaks.
Black Bean BurgersHealthy and hearty, our totally loaded, chipotle mayo-topped homemade black bean burger recipe is an easy dinnertime win for vegetarians and omnivores alike!
Chicken BurgersLighten things up a bit with these beautiful, juicy, ground chicken burgers! Slathered in basil mayo and topped with jalapeños, they’re spicy and so delicious!
Meatball Sub SandwichWe’re just going to go ahead and call this the best meatball sub recipe ever. Because it just IS.

Soup

What’s easier than a big pot of soup for a crowd? We’ve chosen a few of our favorites for your Super Bowl festivities.

Creamy Potato SoupBacon, garlic, leeks and plenty of cheese add huge flavor to this classic, creamy potato soup recipe.
Black Bean SoupWhip up this smoky, veggie-packed black bean soup for a meal that cuts the prep time, not the flavor.
Chipotle Chicken SoupChipotles, those smoked jalapeño peppers in adobo sauce, are what give this hearty chicken soup it's earthy spiciness. With vegetables, beans, and spices, this soup is super filling and flavorful.
Taco SoupTaco night, but make it soup! Our taco soup recipe features all of the standard taco fixings, including ground beef flavored with our homemade taco seasoning. Don’t forget the toppings!

The Super Bowl Runs On Chicken Wings

It’s true, it isn’t a Super Bowl party without at least one platter of wings. We’ve got four finger-lickin’ wing recipes to make your party a hit.

Baked Chicken WingsGently spiced, and perfectly crispy, these baked chicken wings are hard to resist. A quick toss in spices, a brush with butter, and into the oven they go for an easy, hands-off meal.
Korean Style Baked Chicken WingsThese baked chicken wings with gochujang are baked, not fried! Juicy and flavorful, you should probably go ahead and invest in some wet naps now.
Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken WingsThese super duper spicy-zesty, messy-good lemon pepper wings are here to rock your grilling world!
Baked Buffalo WingsPerfectly crispy and smothered in Buffalo sauce, our super easy baked Buffalo wings recipe is here to deliver the game-day bliss dreams are made of.

Chicken

There’s a few great dippy things, and a few great snacky things on our list of chicken recipes. Make any or all, and they’re sure be a hit.

Sheet Pan Quesadilla with Jalapeño RanchStuffed with cheese and avocado, this giant, melty, upgraded cheese sheet pan quesadilla is good on its own, but we take it over the top with a side of homemade jalapeño ranch for dipping.
Roasted Salsa Verde Chicken NachosChicken nachos, i.e.: you know everyone will actually eat dinner without complaining because chips + chicken + melted cheese really does really equal a houseful of happiness.
Homemade Chicken TaquitosFilled with taco-seasoned shredded chicken and melty mozzarella, our crispy, fried, homemade taquito recipe is deliciously party-ready.
Buffalo Chicken DipSave time and effort for your next big party by making this mouthwatering, flavor-packed buffalo chicken dip.
Buffalo Chicken BitesAll of the spicy, vinegary, zingy flavor of Buffalo wings with none of the deep-frying—healthier, easier, and just as delicious, these Buffalo chicken bites are a win-win-win.

Bar Food

These bar classics are on every menu for a reason. We think fried pickles should be featured at every Super Bowl party.

Stuffed MushroomsThis is our appetizer love language: cheesy and baked to crispy-capped perfection, meet the best stuffed mushroom recipe ever.
Jalapeño PoppersThese spicy jalapeño poppers filled with crispy bacon, cream cheese and parmesan are so simple and craveable you’ll be looking for any excuse to make them.
Fried PicklesCrispy. Crunchy. Tart. Fried pickles are almost too good to be true. You’re going to love bringing the flavor of this restaurant classic to your home.
Homemade Mozzarella SticksCrispy, gooey, melty, ultra-cheesy—the best mozzarella sticks are the ones you make at home! No special equipment or ingredients needed!
Texas NachosEach tortilla chip is topped carefully with just the right dollop of beans and cheese, then topped with a pickled jalapeño—say howdy to the perfectionists dream that are...Texas nachos!
Fried CheeseFried cheese is a real triple threat–crunchy, comforting, and super flavorful–and the best way to add a little something extra to a hearty bowl of soup.

Potatoes

Potatoes are another genre of Super Bowl food we’re always happy to see, including Irish Nachos! Never heard of them? Be sure to have a look at the recipe!

Irish NachosOur easy Irish nachos are the perfect pub style comfort food and feature tender potato rounds sprinkled with all the toppings. Let’s dig in!
Twice Baked PotatoesCrisp bacon, green onions, blue AND cheddar cheese, sour AND heavy cream all smashed into creamy potatoes—our recipe for twice baked potatoes is here to win your heart forever.
Potato Wedges with RanchA simple recipe for the potato, that versatile vegetable that serves as a blank canvas for all of our favorite flavors. These crispy potato wedges are perfect with a side of ranch.

More Super Bowl Food You’ll Love

Last but not least! Any of the recipes on this list will be well-received. From easy finger foods, to our homemade spaghetti sauce (great for dipping) we’re sure you’ll find some favorites here.

Sheet Pan Philly CheesesteakThis recipe kind of sells itself, right? It’s a Philly cheesesteak that you cook on a sheet pan! It’s your favorite indulgent meal, streamlined into a make-anytime meal.
Buffalo Chicken MeatballsBuffalo chicken meatballs are everything you love about buffalo chicken wings, minus the mess!
Pigs In A BlanketFlakey croissant dough wraps around mini co*cktail sausages for the party appetizer that seems to fly off the hot trays first: pigs in a blanket!
French Bread PizzaAt the end of a busy week, we want to make something simple and comforting that our families will love. This cheesy, warm french bread pizza does just that.
Homemade Spaghetti SauceRich with mushrooms, three kinds of meat, and four types of canned tomatoes, this classic, meaty spaghetti sauce is a beloved family recipe, and it blows the jarred stuff out of the water.
Stuffed Mini PeppersEven the hungriest hoards of party-goers are no match for this deliciously cheesy vegetarian stuffed mini peppers recipe—an easy appetizer that’s sure to please.

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