Belly-Busting Super Bowl Bites (Warning: You Might Need a Nap)

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You’re not just feeding the crowd with chips and dip this Super Bowl—you’re serving up a full-on, belly-filling spread that’ll leave everyone talking (and maybe napping). Think Honey Bourbon Dutch Oven Short Ribs that practically fall off the bone or Cast-Iron Skillet Burgers that bring all the flavor. And who’s going to turn down Meatball Sub Sandwiches piled high with melty cheese and juicy meat? Whether you’re snacking on 2-Ingredient Barbecue Little Smokies or indulging in Skillet Barbecue Chicken n’ Sausage, your guests will forget what they came for—except for more food, of course! Click ahead for recipes that go beyond the usual game day snacks.

Honey Bourbon Dutch Oven Short Ribs

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Plate of braised short ribs topped with herbs, served over a bed of mashed sweet potatoes. The dish is garnished with chopped vegetables and displayed on a decorative oval platter.
Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie

These honey bourbon Dutch oven short ribs are so moist and tender, and the honey bourbon glaze is to die for!
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Sonoran Style Hotdogs

A loaded hot dog in a bun topped with sliced pickles, diced tomatoes, crumbled cheese, cilantro leaves, mustard, and mayonnaise, placed on a sheet of parchment paper.
Photo credit: Dutch Oven Daddy

Get ready for a flavor explosion with Sonoran Style Hotdogs—these aren’t just your average hot dogs! Bacon-wrapped perfection meets a fiesta of Mexican-inspired toppings that will have you shouting, “These are the best hot dogs ever!” Trust us, once you take a bite, you’ll never look at a regular dog the same way again.
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Dutch Oven Awesome Chili

A pot of chili filled with beef, beans, and tomatoes, with shredded cheese and chopped green onions on top. A wooden spoon rests in the pot on a black background.
Photo credit: Dutch Oven Daddy

If a rich, meaty chili that pulls double duty as a standalone dish or the ultimate hot dog topping sounds like your vibe, then Dutch Oven Awesome Chili is calling your name. This hearty recipe doesn’t just warm the pot—it warms the soul too.
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3-Ingredient Pizza Sticks

Hands pulling apart a cheesy, fried egg roll with melted cheese stretching between the halves. Several egg rolls are on a white plate, garnished with parsley, with a black plate and a bowl of red sauce in the background.
Photo credit: Culinary Hill

Pizza Sticks are like the pizza roll’s cooler, older sibling, stuffed with a whole stick of string cheese and plenty of pepperoni—fried to crispy perfection for the ultimate game day snack!
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Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

A cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, onion, and melted cheddar cheese on a bun, served with crinkle-cut fries. Fresh lettuce is in the background, enhancing the fresh look of the meal.
Photo credit: Dutch Oven Daddy

Cast Iron Skillet Burgers bring restaurant-quality flavor straight to your kitchen—thick, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. Sure, grilling’s great, but cooking burgers in a skillet takes flavor to a whole new level, giving you a crispy, caramelized crust and juicy goodness in every bite.
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King’s Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders (Easy Bake Recipe)

Close-up of a batch of baked sliders topped with finely chopped onions and a savory glaze. The sandwiches are nestled together in a baking dish, revealing layers of ham and pickles within soft, golden-brown buns.
Photo credit: Not Entirely Average

King’s Hawaiian Ham and Swiss Sliders are a game changer—soft, sweet rolls loaded with tender deli ham, gooey Swiss, and smothered in a zesty double mustard and Vidalia onion sauce. They’re the perfect bite-sized snack to keep your guests coming back for more.
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2-Ingredient Barbecue Little Smokies

A hand holding a toothpick is reaching for cocktail sausages glazed in sauce, garnished with chopped herbs in a bowl. A small dish of toothpicks is nearby, all placed on a white and blue checkered cloth.
Photo credit: Culinary Hill

They’re the easiest, most festive appetizer you’ll ever make.
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Tender Shaved Beef Fajitas

In the image, a cast iron skillet contains sautéed peppers, onions, avocado slices, and crumbled cheese. Nearby are tortillas, lime wedges in a bowl, and a bowl of sliced cherry tomatoes.
Photo credit: Not Entirely Average

Tender Shaved Beef Fajitas bring together melt-in-your-mouth beef slices, vibrant sweet peppers, caramelized onions, and creamy avocado for a dish that feels straight out of your favorite Mexican spot. Who needs takeout when your kitchen can deliver this level of flavor?
Get the Recipe: Tender Shaved Beef Fajitas

Skillet Barbecue Chicken n’ Sausage

A close-up of a sandwich filled with grilled chicken, sliced sausages, bell peppers, and onions, garnished with fresh cilantro. The sandwich is served with a side of crispy potato chips on a dark plate.
Photo credit: Dutch Oven Daddy

Skillet Barbecue Chicken n’ Sausage by Dutch Oven Daddy is the quick-fix dinner your weeknight needs, ready in 30 minutes flat. Serve it in a toasted bun with melty cheese or spoon it over rice or quinoa for a meal that’s as versatile as it is tasty.
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Meatball Sub Sandwiches

Six baked sub sandwiches filled with melted cheese and tomato sauce are on a baking tray, garnished with fresh basil leaves. The tray is placed on a wooden surface, and there are items partially visible on the sides.
Photo credit: Dutch Oven Daddy

Cheesy Easy Meatball Sub Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food—simple ingredients stacked into a sandwich so good, you’ll be hooked after the first bite. With melt-in-your-mouth meatballs and gooey cheese, this is definitely the best meatball sub recipe, no contest!
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Party Ribs

A plate of glazed, barbecued ribs piled on a white plate with blue rings. The ribs have a shiny, saucy coating and are arranged neatly, showcasing their rich, cooked texture. The plate rests on a wooden table.
Photo credit: Cook’s with Soul

These Smoked Party Ribs are cooked low and slow for that melt-in-your-mouth goodness, then smothered in BBQ sauce—perfect for any game day, tailgate, or casual get-together. Because what’s a Super Bowl without tender, smoky ribs that have everyone going back for more?
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Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwiches

A close-up of a sandwich on a plate, filled with shredded beef and melted cheese. Accompanied by sliced yellow pepperoncinis. Another sandwich is blurred in the background.
Photo credit: House of Nash Eats

This easy Crock Pot Italian Beef Sandwich recipe is a game changer—tender, juicy beef piled high with melted cheese, zesty pepperoncinis, and tangy giardiniera. Perfect for Super Bowl munching or just when you want a sandwich that’s as hearty as the game itself!

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Smoked Boston Butt {Pulled Pork}

A pulled pork sandwich topped with coleslaw and barbecue sauce on a wooden board. In the background, there are pickles and a small dish of extra barbecue sauce.
Photo credit: Dutch Oven Daddy

Smoked Boston Butt Pulled Pork is what your Super Bowl party has been missing. It’s juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, whether you’re serving it in a toasted bun with coleslaw or as a platter with all the fixings. Throw it on the table, and watch it disappear faster than a game-winning touchdown.
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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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