Meat And Poultry Appetizers

Change up your chicken wing routine with a spicy, sweet twist. These crock pot spicy honey-lime chicken wings are a game-changer for wing enthusiasts.

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

Pork riblets are marinated in a red wine-plum sauce mixture overnight and then baked in the oven until tender.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Buttermilk is a key ingredient in this recipe for baked chicken nuggets. It gives it a slight tang and helps to keep the chicken moist.

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

Made with bread crumbs, egg, onion, green bell pepper, salt, dried thyme, dried marjoram, ground beef, Bloody Mary mix

Method:   oven, stovetop, crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Made with tomato paste, cider vinegar, onion, vegetable oil, ground red chilies, dried juniper berries, garlic, salt, unsweetened chocolate, water

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Pineapple juice, soy, and molasses give these wings a sweet-sour-savory flavor. A much-needed departure from basic buffalo and other standard...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

This version of Scotch eggs adds some warm spice flavor with ground cinnamon and nutmeg mixed into the sausage.

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

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

Super tasty Asian-style grilled wings are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. You can never make too many of these!

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   2-5 hours

Beef carpaccio is a collection of exquisitely balanced flavors. Thin slices of raw beef with goat cheese, capers, and arugula, topped off with truffle oil...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Get a little wild with these tasty appetizer meatballs. Lean ground chicken is mixed with cooked wild rice, to form tender meatballs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These Italian BBQ chicken wings are a delicious and easy way to feed a crowd. The wings are cooked in a crock pot with a simple Italian-style sauce.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Lean bites of chicken are lightly fried and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce. Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 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

Perfect hot wings are all about the technique. There's no need to flour or bread these. Frying the wings before stirring them with melted butter and Cajun spices makes them flavorful...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

You'll be a superstar at your next party with these wings. Root beer, liquid smoke, and ginger combine for a unique marinade and sauce that gives these wings an...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   over 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

This dish marries tender meatballs with a flavorful barbecue sauce. The best part? The oven does the initial cooking, then your crockpot steps in to let those flavors...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with lemon peel, chili powder, boneless chicken, peanuts, peanut butter, onion, garlic, coconut milk

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

Uncle Bubba is known for this knockout wing recipe. Two-ingredient Buffalo and Thai dipping sauces give some awesomely easy options for...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

You can't go wrong with mini cheeseburger sliders. Add your favorite toppings to finish off these party favorites.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lemon juice, maple syrup, chicken wing pieces, vegetable oil, mesquite seasoning

Method:   outdoor grill
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

Brown sugar for a hint of caramelized sweetness is the secret to success with these bacon-wrapped crisp grissini-style breadsticks.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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

Method:   stovetop, 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

Made with salt, bacon, watermelon, crab meat

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Plan a Greek theme for your next dinner party and start things off with these tasty gyro appetizers

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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

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

If you like a good meatball sandwich then you'll love these party-perfect meatball sliders.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These wings are all about the seasoning. Unlike buffalo wings which are doused in a sauce, these wings are slathered in a combination of spices before being oven-baked.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

These tasty bites of bar food were created in England (named for the store that sold them). They originally were covered in fish paste. We'll stick with the sausage version, thank you!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

These mini burgers are the perfect way to show off your culinary skills at your next party. Turkey burgers are stuffed with red onion and BBQ sauce, grilled, and served on...

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with red curry paste, water, brown sugar, lime or lemon juice, cucumber, onion, red or green bell pepper, ground turkey, fish or soy sauce

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

Perfect as a salad or an appetizer. Fresh tomatoes, avocado, and basil are stacked with tender shredded chicken with a light olive oil drizzle.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Bite-sized hot dogs simmered in a grape jelly and chili sauce blend create an easy, fun snack or party food.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with water, corn starch, brown sugar, soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, lime juice, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salad, black pepper, chicken livers, milk, sea salt, butter, thyme, toast

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with chicken or tuna salad, flour, salt, water, butter, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with honey, barbecue sauce, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, Shake 'N Bake for Chicken, non-stick cooking spray

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, dried oregano, ribs, white wine, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with grape jelly, cocktail wieners, Dijon mustard, prepared mild mustard

Method:   crock pot
Time:   under 30 minutes