15 Party Snacks That Will Be a Slam Dunk at Your March Madness Party

There’s truly no better combo than wings and sports! Make a big batch in the air fryer for just-as-crispy chicken wings that take way less time than usual. Thanks to a zippy spice rub, they come out ready to eat, but you can always toss them in your favorite sauce, too.

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If you’re in the stands of a basketball game, nachos are always on your mind! Make them at home with this easy hack so people can grab straight from the pan. They’re loaded with all your favorite fixings.

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You’ll want to take a scoop after every hoop when you make this ultra delicious dip that combines homemade chili, cheddar, and Velveeta. Top it off with a big ol’ spoonful of pico de gallo for even more goodness.

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You basically have to make these meatballs that look just like mini basketballs! To do it, ground chicken is gently formed into balls, baked, then coated in buffalo sauce. Serve them with homemade ranch and veggies.

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You won’t be able to keep hands away from this platter of cheese fries that c0mes together with a homemade three-cheese sauce infused with bacon, chopped dill pickles, and a side of ranch dressing. Bonus points: Frozen fries mean this recipe is so convenient.

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All your cheeseburger cravings are solved with this simple recipe that allows you to skip forming and flipping individual patties. Instead, you’ll cook the ground meat on a stovetop, then layer it onto small dinner rolls. Finish with all your go-to burger toppings.

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The only thing that can top a bowl of potato chips is a bowl of homemade potato chips! It’s easier than you’d think to make your own. Just thinly slice potatoes and fry them up until they’re crispy and golden. Ree’s version gets tossed with a spicy-sweet seasoning, too.

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What’s a party without a big bowl of guacamole? To please all your guests, grab some chips and whip up this version that calls for perfectly ripe avocados, onion, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice. For an extra kick, add in some diced jalapeño.

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The secret to these crowd-pleasing wings is that they’re fried, then slathered in sticky-sweet sauce, then baked. The simple yet super tasty sauce calls for bottled BBQ sauce that’s spiced up with chipotle peppers and a dash of chili powder. Yum!

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Skip the store-bought chips this basketball season and opt for a homemade snackable mix that comes together in under 30 minutes. A variety of pretzels get coated in a cheesy, garlicky mix that will probably be gone before halftime.

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Extra easy and extra cheesy, this slow cooker take on the classic spinach artichoke dip means it’s even better than usual! A combination of cheeses including cream cheese, pepper jack, parmesan, and feta make it oh-so creamy. Be sure to have plenty of warm pita wedges, tortilla chips, or crackers on hand.

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Whether you pile it on machos or stuff it between fluffy buns, this smoky, tangy, and juicy BBQ chicken will score major points with all your guests. It takes minimal hands-on time and can even be made up to three days in advance!

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If you’ve got a large crowd to feed, this sheet pan pizza is sure to please! Plus, you don’t need a pizza oven or pizza stone to get it done. You’ll still come out with the same crispy crust that’s topped with dollops of tangy tomato sauce and plenty of cheese.

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Here’s a beloved finger food that’s just as exciting as the game itself! This popcorn chicken is seasoned to perfection with a crispy crunch in every bite. Plus, they can be made ahead, then frozen leading up to your party.

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Scoop, there it is! You’ll want to load up on the chips so everyone can get a taste of this dip. It’s easy to make thanks to a genius rotisserie chicken shortcut, but still so scrumptious with a combination of four cheeses, zesty ranch dressing, and tangy Buffalo sauce.

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