Sugars, including those in refined carbohydrates and starches, often lead to a spike in blood sugar and then a crash later in the day. Traditional game-day foods, albeit delicious, often trigger these blood sugar dips, leading to sluggishness and a lack of energy. Pro tip: Make these ahead of time and bake them again on game day for an extra-crispy end result. Plus: 5 more of our best guacamole recipes. Serve the dip with veggies or pizza, depending on your guests’ preferences.
Looking for more high-protein, low-carb options? Here: 23 ketogenic Super Bowl snacks. To make sure you’re getting the highest-quality fried chicken, be sure to look at the ingredient list on your pork rinds (we recommend EPIC’s pork products, which are made with antibiotic-free, non-GMO, organic, and pastured pork). The base of this pizza is, in fact, made with ground chicken. It’s then decorated with taco toppings like salsa, cheese, cilantro, and black olives. Though how you choose to top it is up to you—either way, you’re already getting a decent-size serving of protein from the crust. Don’t have the ingredients? Use this formula to make your own chili with what you have on hand. Developed by Jessica DeMa, author of Clean Paleo Comfort Food, this take on tenders uses crunchy pecans and ghee to coat the chicken pieces before they’re baked (instead of frying) for a more heart-healthy dish.
They’re simple to make and filled with a range of flavorful spices, veggies, and protein from the legumes. If they’re good enough for those two notable men, they’ll be sure to rock it at a Super Bowl party.
