Meat And Poultry Appetizers

Bacon cheese fries are a delicious and decadent snack that is perfect for sharing with friends. These salty and savory fries are covered in melty cheese and crispy bacon, making them...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you can't find store bought jerky that's spicy enough, it's time to take matters into your own hands. Beef brisket gets a soak in a blazing habanero marinade before drying.

Method:   oven, dehydrator
Time:   over 5 hours

Grilled chicken strips, marinated in a homemade yellow curry paste and zesty peanut butter mixture, served with a flavorful spicy peanut...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

Skip the gas station beef sticks and make your own at home. Smoky and spicy, these are great for snacking.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Like your wings sweet and spicy? A triple threat of heat from hot sauce, chiles, and cayenne pepper is counteracted by a sweet touch of honey in this slow cooker...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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Cheesy Andouille sausage bites baked with biscuit mix are just about the tastiest thing you can put on a toothpick. Creamy sauces like remoulade or spicy cajun mustard...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Definitely a different wing than your typical Buffalo variety. A fragrant soy sauce blend made with cinnamon and cloves gives this Ethiopian chicken a distinct flavor...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

It's not just bacon, it's chicken-fried bacon! Serve with a dipping sauce like ketchup, gravy, or ranch dressing.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

No matter how many wing flavors are out there, the garlic parmesan combo will never go out of style.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Fill pitted dates with whole almonds and wrap in strips of bacon. Pop in the oven and watch the yumminess happen.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground beef, onion soup mix, Cheddar cheese, buttermilk biscuits

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ketchup, salt and pepper, ground beef, onions, bread crumbs, eggs, beer, vegetable juice, lemon juice, hot sauce

Method:   oven, stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This egg and chicken liver canape is a simple and delicious way to feed a crowd. It's perfect for parties as it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with celery, ground chicken, ground beef, bread, eggs, blue cheese, buffalo wing sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These scrumptious sausage bites could not be easier. Sausage, cheese, and baking mix all kneaded together and baked - perfect for dipping in all sorts of your favorite sauces as an...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Baked wings are the way to go for guilt-free indulgence. These ones have a tangy topping of honey, brown mustard, and onion soup mix for a textured baked coating. Might want to...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Buttermilk soaked chicken tenders are baked with a Parmesan and breadcrumb coating and served with a garlic and balsamic vinaigrette for dipping.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

No dehydrator needed for this jerky, just your oven. Some garlic and onion powder spice the beef up nicely. The jerky stores well for a week or two, but you can toss it in the freezer...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with prepared mustard, chicken wings, red plum jam, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, prepared horseradish

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with French fried onions, boneless skinless chicken tenders, honey mustard

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Instead of marinating the meat, this version of beef jerky actually cooks the meat in a spicy liquid to infuse the flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Tiny bites of tender beef are cooked in a blend of hoisin and duck sauce. Serve with cocktail picks.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Throw in some marinade mix and get it right every time with half the effort in this recipe. Definitely the move on game day when you've got bigger priorities...

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

Gather your crew because BBQ kielbasa is here, and it's going to steal the show. Combining sweet, tangy, and savory in a way that makes every bite memorable is no easy feat...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Thai-style jerky is the polar opposite of tiresome, with lime juice and mint counterbalancing the heat from fresh chiles.

Method:   stovetop, oven, dehydrator
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with pina colada mix, flake coconut, flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, egg, butter or...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

The secret is baking the wings twice, once with the seasoning and then again after the sauce is added. This recipe with honey, soy sauce, and chili sauce delivers sweet and...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These glazed meatballs will be a hit at your next cocktail party. A cup of bourbon for the barbecue glaze already has you breaking out the good stuff, so why not...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

The smoky flavor pairs perfectly with the spices in the Tex-Mex blend of seasonings, and the chicken wings are grilled to perfection.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   30-60 minutes

Whether you've got venison, moose, or plain old flank steak, a worcestershire-soy marinade and the right drying technique will give you some awesome jerky.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Making miniature corn dogs couldn't be easier with this simple recipe that includes ideas for dipping sauces.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Juicy shrimp wrapped in crispy bacon, glazed with a zesty chili sauce. These spicy shrimp appetizers are a hit every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A beefy version of pigs in a blanket. Savory meatballs are wrapped in crescent roll dough and baked until golden brown. Makes a great appetizer.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Delicious Thai-style chicken wings are made by slow cooking them in a sauce made with green curry paste, Thai basil, coconut milk, fresh ginger, and cilantro.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

These spicy-sweet wings are broiled before you add them to the crockpot to give them extra texture.

Method:   oven, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with cocktail rye bread, Thousand Island dressing, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with vegetable oil, onion, ginger, garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, ground turmeric, salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours

Chicken wings are marinated in an olive oil, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon mixture then roasted in the oven. Then they are deep fried until crispy and tossed with a butter and...

Method:   deep fryer, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

You can make homemade jerky in the oven, but oven jerky will never match the flavor profile of this hardwood-smoked jerky.

Method:   smoker
Time:   over 5 hours

Flautas de pollo are a Mexican dish made with shredded chicken, garlic, onion, tomato, and green chili peppers, fried in oil and served with salsa fresca or...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Marinated in a sherry, soy, ginger, brown sugar sauce and then oven-baked until tender and browned.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These party-favorites have the heat of buffalo wings with a little sweetness to make them completely addicting.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with bread crumbs, bacon, chicken livers, prepared mustard, olives

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Chocolate and bacon come together to form the ultimate sweet and salty snack.

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and freshly ground black pepper, chicken wings, honey, key lime juice, lime zest, garlic, garlic salt, onion salt, dried parsley, dried coriander

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cherry cola and cherry preserves give these grilled wings a sweet glaze and light cherry flavor.

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

The delicious combination of spicy and sweet. These chicken wings are marinated in a blend of habanero peppers, pineapple juice, and vinegar and then grilled to...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

This easy-to-follow recipe involves marinating chicken wings in Italian dressing, baking them with a tangy barbecue sauce, and serving with your favorite dip.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

These chopped chicken livers are fit for a king, or at least a Scottish actor. They're savory, flavorful, and perfect for any party or get-together.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These little potato bites make a killer appetizer. Spuds stuffed with a mixture of cream cheese, crab and bacon are like the best bite of a baked potato, but for...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours