20 Midwestern Super Bowl Recipes You'll Love—Even If You're Rooting Against The Chiefs

Chili is a must-have at every Midwest Super Bowl, and this one is an absolute must. While many chili recipes call for simmering for at least an hour (sometimes even more), our best-ever beef chili can be made in just 40 minutes. Want to truly party the Midwest way? Serve what's on the next slide alongside your bowl.

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Listen—don't knock it 'til you've tried it. Chili and cinnamon rolls are a staple Kansas combo, and no, you don't eat the cinnamon rolls dipped into the chili. They add the perfect sweet bite alongside the hearty chili, and will be a welcome addition to your Super Bowl spread.

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Looking for another easy appetizer to bring to your Super Bowl celebration? These sloppy Joe cups are it. Store-bought crescent dough is stuffed with our sloppy Joe recipe before being covered in melty cheese—what more could you want?

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Midwesterner or not, this tater tot casserole will become a game day (or weeknight) staple in your home because it’s easy and reliable. Sure, it sounds ideal for the kiddos, but your inner child will be scooping seconds.

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BBQ sauce has plenty of variations, but this Kansas City-style recipe just might be the best. It's thick, slightly sweet, and perfectly tangy. Make it and store it, then use in all your favorite BBQ recipes, or serve on the side with your Super bowl spread.

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You only need 4 ingredients to make this cheesy dip—ground beef, Rotel tomatoes (with the chopped green chiles), Velveeta, and chili powder. It comes together all in one pot too, meaning less dishes!

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Sliders are always a guaranteed hit on game day, but these ones are the crème de la crème. Ham, Swiss, and jammy caramelized onions are layered between the star of the show: buttery and soft Hawaiian rolls.

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These take the idea behind classic faves like frozen margaritas and strawberry daiquiris to the next level with colorful, bright layers that just so happen to represent your favorite Kansas City team.

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Just because you don’t have a smoker doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy and share a tender, well-seasoned rack of ribs. The prep is simple: Rub them with your favorite dry rub, load them into the slow cooker, smother them with BBQ sauce (Kansas City-style, of course), and cook them completely hands-free until they’re falling off the bone.

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This truly has everything we could ever want in a dip: refried beans, homemade guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese (😍) all topped with fresh veggies for an added crunch. You'll never buy the store-bought version again after trying this homemade recipe.

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They might not look like much, but lil smokies are the appetizer served at every party in my Kansas household. Cooked in a slow cooker along with sweet bourbon sauce, these bites are the perfect alternative if you're tired of pigs in a blanket.

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Everyone needs a pulled pork recipe to keep in their back pocket for game day, and this one will always be our go-to. Extremely tender with a sweet-yet-tangy Kansas City-style homemade BBQ sauce, this pulled pork feels like an extra-special treat.

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Don't be fooled by the name—the only thing deathly about this casserole is how absolutely delicious it is. This cheesy, creamy casserole is originally a Mormon dish, but has now become a staple at practically every occasion in my Kansas household.

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In honor of the Kansas City Chiefs' potential to three-peat, we're re-imagining our spiked Arnold Palmer as the 3-peat Palmer. This spiked drink is a refreshing cocktail all year long, but works especially well on game day.

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There's something very classic about the crescent roll dough flavor, so we tend to gravitate toward it, but puff pastry or even biscuit dough both should work here too.

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Whatever you call it—puppy chow, muddy buddies—one thing is for certain: This creation is one of the easiest, most satisfying party favors. With only a handful of ingredients, this peanut butter-chocolate dessert comes together in under 20 minutes, making it the easiest dessert or party snack.

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What better way to celebrate the Super Bowl than with a themed Jell-O shot? We love our football Jell-O shots, but this year, we're breaking out the layers for the Chiefs.

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If you love a loaded baked potato brimming with bacon, cheese, sour cream, and chives, then you'll go crazy for this easy soup recipe. The best part? This recipe is made in the Instant Pot, so you can enjoy peak cozy vibes in under an hour.

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We're always looking for more ways to enjoy Buffalo sauce, but when serving a party, this Buffalo chicken dip just might be our favorite version of the classic party appetizer. No matter where you're hosting the Super Bowl, this app is a must. The best part? It only requires 10 minutes of prep time!

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If your Chiefs party is more like a Taylor Swift Super Bowl party (no judgement here), then a Gold Rush is a must-make. It's the whiskey drink you’re already in love with, with just a few changes. It calls for honey instead of simple syrup, and doesn't call for any egg whites (so it's even easier to whip up).

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