Ingredients
1. Grilled Chicken Skewers
– 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into cubes
– 1 cup bell peppers, cut into chunks
– 1 cup zucchini, sliced
– ½ cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
2. Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
– 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– ½ cup water
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
– 1 cup buffalo sauce
– Celery sticks for serving
– Blue cheese dressing for dipping
3. Tailgate Charcuterie Board
– 1 baguette, sliced
– 8 oz cheese assortment (cheddar, brie, gouda)
– 8 oz deli meats (salami, pepperoni, prosciutto)
– 1 cup olives
– 1 cup assorted nuts
– 1 jar homemade or store-bought jam
– Fresh fruits (grapes, apple slices)
4. Classic Chili
– 2 lbs ground beef or turkey
– 1 onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 cans diced tomatoes
– 1 can kidney beans
– 1 can black beans
– 2 tablespoons chili powder
– 1 tablespoon cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
5. Homemade Guacamole and Chips
– 3 ripe avocados
– 1 lime, juiced
– 1 small onion, diced
– 2 tomatoes, diced
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– Salt to taste
– Tortilla chips for serving
6. Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits
– 4 cups Greek yogurt
– 2 cups granola
– 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
– Honey for drizzling
7. Brownies with a Twist
– 1 box brownie mix
– ½ cup chopped nuts (optional)
– 1 cup chocolate chips
– ½ cup peanut butter (for swirls)
Instructions
1. Grilled Chicken Skewers
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Add chicken, bell peppers, and zucchini to the marinade. Let sit for 15 minutes.
4. Thread the marinated chicken and veggies onto skewers.
5. Grill skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until cooked through.
2. Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, and cayenne.
3. Dip cauliflower florets in the batter and place on a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20 minutes until crispy.
5. Toss baked florets in buffalo sauce and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
6. Serve with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
3. Tailgate Charcuterie Board
1. Arrange sliced baguette on a large wooden board or platter.
2. Add cheese slices and assorted deli meats around the bread.
3. Fill spaces with olives, nuts, and jams.
4. Add fresh fruits to complete the board.
4. Classic Chili
1. In a large pot, brown the ground meat over medium heat. Drain excess grease.
2. Add onion and garlic, cooking until soft.
3. Stir in tomatoes, beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer on low heat for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Homemade Guacamole and Chips
1. In a bowl, mash avocados with a fork.
2. Stir in lime juice, onion, tomato, garlic, and salt.
3. Serve with tortilla chips.
6. Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits
1. In cups or bowls, layer Greek yogurt, granola, and mixed berries.
2. Drizzle honey on top before serving.
7. Brownies with a Twist
1. Prepare brownie mix according to package instructions, adding nuts and chocolate chips.
2. Swirl in peanut butter using a knife.
3. Pour into a baking dish and bake according to package instructions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: Varies by recipe
- Fat: Varies by recipe
- Protein: Varies by recipe