Get ready for football season this year with these amazing crockpot tailgate recipes! Simple chicken recipes, slow cooker dip, meaty recipes, and more. All good food, perfect for your next tailgating party.

Crockpot Tailgate Food
Making a slow cooker version of your favorite main dish meals, easy appetizers, and side dishes is a great way to prepare for game day.
There are so many different options that you can choose from that will get your day started without having to spend time in the kitchen preparing food for your friends and family to take with you to the big game.
Stop by the grocery store and pick up some chicken breasts, frozen meatballs, ground beef, chicken wings, and more to pair with pantry staples to start making some of these easy crock pot recipes.
Why you’ll love these crock pot tailgate recipes
- Different Categories – This list is sure to have something for everyone. There are cheesy dips, vegetarian options, meaty recipes, and more!
- Double Duty – The best thing about these recipes is that most double as easy weeknight dinners!
- Not just for tailgating – Whatever kind of social occasion you’re gathering for, these recipes are perfect for feeding a crowd. Even if it’s just Sunday night dinner.
Which slow cooker should I get?
I have used a Hamilton Beach Set & Forget slow cooker for years and still highly recommend it. You can read my full review here.

Easy slow cooker recipes
Slow cooker recipes require very little attention and prep time which makes them perfect for serving at parties.
Use your favorite slow cooker recipes to make hearty appetizers, easy macaroni, or beefy chili.
This list of the best tailgate food recipes will help you make the ultimate game day meal for your friends and family.
Let’s dive in!
How do you keep a crockpot warm at a tailgate?
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Easy crockpot tailgate recipes
This roundup of crockpot recipes will make you the MVP of your next tailgate party or Super Bowl Sunday!
You can prep the ingredients the day before and then throw everything together the next day for your tailgating party and some good old-fashioned family fun.
With these easy recipes, you can whip up game-day food in no time.
When you’re done with the slow cooker recipes, try these easy chocolate covered peanut butter footballs for dessert!
Which one are you trying first?
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Originally published October 6, 2021
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