One essential component of every great tailgate is great food, but challenging logistics and a crowd to feed can make it a tricky task to master. Luckily we’ve got all the details you need to whip up two mouthwatering, hassle-free recipes fellow fans will love!
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Whether you’re cheering on your favorite team at the stadium or hosting a backyard bash, these easy, delicious dishes are designed to shine without complicating your prep or game day setup. First, fire up the grill with juicy grilled chicken skewers, marinated to perfection for maximum flavor. Then, satisfy their sweet tooth with irresistible no-bake cookies, a simple, but decadent treat that requires zero oven time. Grab your apron and get ready to score big with these crowd-pleasing game day eats!
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Chicken Skewers
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- Assorted vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, zucchini)
- Wooden skewers
- Olive oil (for marinating)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Optional: your favorite marinade or seasoning blend
Instructions:
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- Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper and your choice of marinade or seasoning blend. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to allow the chicken to marinate and develop flavor.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least half an hour before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Prepare the vegetables by cutting them into pieces roughly the same size as the chicken. You can also buy pre-cut vegetables to make this easier.
- Assemble the skewers by alternating pieces of chicken and vegetables.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Pack a digital thermometer and use it to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Take the temperature of the thickest piece to ensure it’s cooked thoroughly.
- Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot.
Super Bowl:
No-Bake Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the sugar, cocoa powder and milk until well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently. Once boiling, allow it to boil for one minute without stirring.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the rolled oats until they are fully coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Add the vanilla extract and peanut butter to the mixture, stirring until everything is well combined.
- Using an ice cream scoop or spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
- Let the cookies sit at room temperature until they harden, or place them in the refrigerator to speed up the process.
- Once hardened, transfer the cookies to an airtight container for storage.
- Store the cookies at room temperature in container.
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