Nothing is better than watching all your favorite sporting events with some great food, friends, and a few drinks. These 50 Air Fryer Game Day Recipes will have you begging for a taste.
Some of the best football food you will ever sink your teeth into can be made right in your air fryer! Your game day grub just got kicked up a notch, because the fryer will give you amazing results whether you are hosting an indoor college game or Super Bowl party.
Heck, if you have an extension cord and power, these are perfect for a fall tailgate to serve up the fans before the big game.
Many of these recipes can even be made at the last minute, so you don’t even need a lot of prep work – just a few groceries, an appetite, and your trusted air fryer.
🤤 Advantages
If you haven’t jumped on the bandwagon to buy an air fryer yet, now is the time! For real, once you start cooking with it, you are bound to love the results. Here are a few reasons why you should buy one:
Fast & Easy To Use – You can be a beginner in the kitchen and still be able to produce insanely good food! While there are a few things you need to follow to yield great results, air fryers are super simple and it doesn’t require a lot of effort.
The food is going to cook fast! Because the space inside an air fryer is small, it heats quickly and cooks fast too. While most of the recipes could be cooked in your oven, you will find that in most cases the cooking time is half in the air fryer. Sign me up!
Delicious Food – There is no way around it…the food is incredibly delicious! Why? Because an air fryer makes the food crispy and not soggy or mushy. Imagine biting into perfectly cooked golden brown chicken nuggets, french fries, or sandwiches. Yep, all of those things can be cooked in this amazing kitchen device.
In addition to all the game day appetizers, I am sharing with you, you can also make desserts and bread too. It’s seriously an all-around helpful gadget.
Cleanup Is Easy – Cleaning up can make anyone not want to cook. However, with an air fryer, it’s so easy. Most of them have a non-stick coating and food just wipes off without much effort. But if you want to make it even easier, go with some air fryer liners. They have holes in them so air can still circulate properly.
Healthier Food – It’s no secret that deep-fried food tastes incredible. However, it’s not good to eat it that way all the time. Instead, you can enjoy all the flavors and textures of fried food, but in a much healthier version. So, skip all that oil and buy an air fryer! You won’t regret it.
50+ Air Fryer Game Day Recipes
These drool-worthy Air Fryer Game Day Recipes will leave your guests coming back for more. After viewing these air fryer snacks you begging to try them!
Classic Party Foods
You can never go wrong with the classics! Enjoy these party foods for the big game.
Air Fryer Pickles {10 Minutes}
Sinking your teeth into homemade air fryer pickles and you'll never want them made any other way. Simple, delicious, and they seriously cook in just 10 minutes.
Air Fryer Pizza Rolls {10-15 Minutes}
Whether you made the decision at the last minute to make some game day snacks or you are craving something incredible, these pizza rolls will save the day.
Air Fryer Bacon Jalapeno Poppers Bites
Lots of cheese, bacon, and jalapeños go together beautifully to create the most irresistible appetizer.
Crispy Zucchini Fritters Recipe
Add a dollop of sour cream, some green onions, or ranch dressing, then devour these zucchini fritters.
Air Fryer Empanadas
These savory empanadas are packed with peppers, onions, and ground beef. They come together in less than 25 minutes.
Air Fryer Ravioli With Homemade Marinara {10 Minutes}
The perfect combination of Italian flavors and memories from being a child, you can't go wrong with air fryer ravioli.
Air Fryer Blooming Onion {30 Minutes}
Skip dining out and make your own blooming onion with a few ingredients and your air fryer. So incredible!
Air Fryer Mushrooms {Deep Fried Version Too!}
Making fried mushrooms in the air fryer is so simple! They are pretty tasty and a must for all the mushroom lovers out there.
Air Fryer Sweet Asian Chili Chicken Wings {25 Minutes}
These sticky Asian chicken wings are the ultimate party food that is spicy and sweet. Made with a handful of ingredients and less than 30 minutes, you are bound to fall in love.
Air Fryer Frozen Potstickers
Potstickers are always a hit at parties. Cooking them in the air fryer makes them nice and crispy too.
Air Fryer Hush Puppies {10 Minutes}
Can you ever go wrong with hush puppies? No way! They are so satisfying, and you don't even have to wait in line at the local fast food place.
Juicy Air Fryer Meatballs (Freezer-Friendly!)
When you bite into these meatballs, you will be amazed at how juicy they are. They go great with pasta or can be served alone as an easy appetizer.
Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms
Cheesy stuffed mushrooms are incredible. Made in the air fryer, they come together in minutes. Don't lose this easy recipe.
Sauerkraut Hot Dogs In Air Fryer + Tasty Air Fryer Recipes
This is a great treat for game day! Don't forget to add the stone ground mustard!
Learn How To Make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Smokies
Sweet and savory, these bacon wrapped smokies are a dream! They cook fast, and the bacon is crispy and delicious every time.
Sandwiches, Burgers, & Hotdogs
Almost everyone loves a good sandwich, burger, or hotdog. They are super satisfying and flavorful too.
The Best Air Fryer Reuben Sandwich Recipe
Dripping in dressing, melted cheese, and corned beef, these Reuben's can be cooked in your air fryer. They are sure to please a crowd.
Hot Pocket Air Fryer {12 Minutes}
Fresh, easy and filling! These hot pockets are easy to grab and get back to the big game!
Frozen Burgers In Air Fryer
Did you know you could make frozen burgers in your air fryer? It's true, and they are insanely juicy and delicious.
Air Fryer Hot Dogs
Imagine flavorful, plump hot dogs with all your favorite toppings. That is exactly what you will get when you cook them in the air fryer.
Easy & Hot Air Fryer Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders Recipe
When you are watching the game, you NEED some tasty ham and cheese sliders. Cooking them in the air fryer makes the cheese melty and the bread perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Best Ever Air Fryer Grilled Cheese
It doesn't get much better than a gooey grilled cheese sandwich. The bread ends up golden brown, crunchy, and so good!
Air Fryer Game Day Wings
Wings can be made in batches and the flavorings are customizable! Want them hot and spicy? Cool and Refreshing? Tangy? It is easy with the air fryer.
Air fryer Avocado fries
This is a fun twist on regular french fries and are so creamy good!
Air Fryer Steak Gyros
If it has steak, you know it's going to be good! This game day appetizer will fill you up and please your taste buds too. Try these steak gyros next time you watch the game.
Air Fryer Brats
Making brats in the air fryer is a great way to give them additional flavor. They cook up beautifully and even get a little bit of charring without having to break out the grill.
Chicken, Pork & Seafood Recipes
Whether you love chicken, fish, or pork, this is the perfect spot for you!
Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp {10 Minutes}
Coconut + Shimp? Where do I sign up? This shrimp recipe is going to put a smile on your face because it's so good and can be cooked quickly.
Air Fryer Pork Belly Bites
I'm seriously drooling just looking at the photos of this air fryer pork belly bites. They are the sticky appetizer you need in your life.
Air Fryer Nashville Style Hot Chicken
If you love to turn up the heat, add this Nashville Style hot chicken to your list.
Air Fryer Taquitos with Chicken
Tender shredded chicken, rolled in a tortilla and air fried to perfection! Can be dipped in salsa, sour cream, or even some queso.
Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Curb your cravings without ruining your diet with these healthier chicken sandwiches. Oh, and they are incredible too.
Air Fryer Firecracker Shrimp
Turn up the heat with some tasty firecracker shrimp. If you love spicy food, you are going to go wild for this shrimp appetizer.
Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
These aren't your typical egg rolls! They are extraordinary and are packed with buffalo chicken. So tasty and great for dipping in ranch dressing.
Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
Popcorn chicken is so easy to make in the air fryer. Plus, the texture is the BOMB! Serve with your favorite sauces and watch everyone chow down.
Air Fryer Stuffed Mushrooms - Air Fryer Fanatics
Classic stuffed mushrooms! It is easy to make these assembly-line style
Easy Chicken Tikka Kebab
Kebabs are a great way to introduce some veggies into your party food. They are bursting with flavor too.
Buffalo Chicken Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers
Fill up on some stuffed bell peppers for your next football party. They are so good!
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops Recipe
If you are a seafood lover, you don't want to miss bacon wrapped scallions. They are the best game day appetizer!
Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wrapped in Bacon
You'll be smacking your lips as soon as the aroma hits your nose when you are cooking this bacon wrapped chicken.
Gooey Cheese Recipes
Cheese is always going to please a crowd. Plus, it's filling and keeps everyone satisfied too.
Air Fryer Quesadillas
In case you didn't know, you can cook quesadillas in your air fryer. It's really simple and fast too.
Air Fryer Garlic Toast Pizza
Pizza and football just belong together. But this recipe takes pizza up a notch and combines all the things you love about pizza with garlic bread. YUM!
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks with Egg Rolls Wrappers {20 Minutes}
So much faster and easier than traditional mozzarella sticks. Made with egg roll wrappers, they cook quickly and taste awesome too.
The Best Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers Recipe
Stuffed with cheese and wrapped in bacon, these air fried jalapenos are truly amazing. The hard part is controlling yourself so you don't eat them all.
Cheesy Air Fryer Loaded Nachos (5 Minutes!)
Nachos are the ultimate party food, so it makes sense to serve them when you are entertaining. Plus, they cook perfectly in the air fryer.
Air Fryer Flatbread Pizza (Meat Lover’s Recipe)
If you haven't tried flatbread pizza yet, now is the time. It's a game-changer and you may not even want regular pizza again...just kidding, but it's really good!
Air Fryer Brie Cheese Bread Bowl Recipe
Creamy, smooth, and savory, this cheese bread bowl is sure to excite your guests. Try it and see for yourself.
Air Fryer Frozen Curly Fries {10 Minutes}
These curly fries take just 10 minutes to make straight from the freezer. Be creative in serving them!
Air Fryer Frozen Onion Rings
Who doesn't love crispy onion rings with a fun dipping sauce?
Loaded Tater Tot Skewers – Air Fryer Recipe
Finger food at it's best! These tater tot skewers will be the hit of the party!
How to Make S’mores in the Air Fryer
Don't forget the desserts! Make your own S'Mores!
Easy and Tasty Air Fryer Roasted Nuts: Three Ways
This is another great snack mix for your party.
Don’t forget to snag the {freebie} Air Fryer Cheat Sheets to make whipping up all your favorites a snap!
Hi!
Ginny Collins is a passionate foodie and recipe creator of Savor and Savvy and Kitchenlaughter. Indoors she focuses on easy, quick recipes for busy families and kitchen basics. Outdoors, she focuses on backyard grilling and smoking to bring family and friends together. She is a lifelong learner who is always taking cooking classes on her travels overseas and stateside. Her work has been featured on MSN, Parade, Fox News, Yahoo, Cosmopolitan, Elle, and many local news outlets. She lives in Florida where you will find her outside on the water in her kayak, riding her bike on trails, and planning her next overseas adventure.
Since you included the picture of hot dog burnt ends, it would have been nice if you
had given us the recipe.
HI Merle, the hot dog burnt ends photo we took are NOT air fryer (but you could do it that way!) and not featured on the game day recipes. The photo is actually found on our Game Day Printables page. The recipe is from my husband’s grilling site and here is the recipe for you! They are AMAZING! Not weight line friendly but hey, it’s the Super Bowl! 🙂 https://kitchenlaughter.com/hot-dog-burnt-ends/ and the game day printables is here https://savorandsavvy.com/game-day-party-set-printables-pdf-free/
Enjoy!! Thanks for asking for the recipe! Ginny