Touchdown Football Tailgate Platter (Printer-Friendly)

A festive platter featuring wings, potato skins, sausages, fresh veggies, and creamy dips ideal for sharing.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken Wings

01 - 3.3 lbs chicken wings, separated at joints, tips removed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Potato Skins

07 - 4 large russet potatoes
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
12 - 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
13 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ Mini Sausages

14 - 14 oz smoked cocktail sausages
15 - ½ cup barbecue sauce

→ Veggie Platter

16 - 2 cups celery sticks
17 - 2 cups carrot sticks
18 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
19 - 1 cup cucumber slices

→ Dips

20 - 1 cup sour cream
21 - ½ cup mayonnaise
22 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
23 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
24 - Salt and black pepper to taste
25 - 1 cup ranch dressing

# Steps:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 425°F.
02 - Toss chicken wings with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, turning once halfway, until golden and crisp.
03 - Scrub potatoes and prick them with a fork. Bake directly on the oven rack for 1 hour or until tender. Allow to cool slightly, then cut in half and scoop out most of the flesh, leaving a ½-inch shell.
04 - Brush potato skins with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. Place skin-side down on a baking sheet. Fill each with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Return to oven for 10 minutes until cheese melts, then sprinkle with sliced green onions.
05 - In a small saucepan, combine smoked sausages with barbecue sauce. Simmer over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
06 - Place celery sticks, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices on a large serving platter.
07 - Mix sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped chives, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to make the chive dip. Place ranch dressing in a separate bowl.
08 - Arrange chicken wings, potato skins, sausages, and veggie sticks on a large platter. Serve with prepared dips on the side.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Crowd-pleasing variety of classic game day favorites
  • Perfect for sharing at tailgate parties
02 -
  • Substitute turkey or cauliflower wings for a lighter or vegetarian option
  • Potato flesh can be reserved for mashed potatoes or another recipe
03 -
  • Add guacamole or spicy salsa for extra flavor
  • Pair with light beers, ales, or sparkling water with lemon
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