We’ve Got the Meat: 10 Appetizers for Any Occasion

Looking for crowd-pleasing appetizers that pack a punch of savory flavor? These meaty appetizers are perfect for any gathering, offering a satisfying, hearty bite that’s sure to impress guests. From bacon-wrapped bites to cheesy sausage balls, these appetizers are easy to make and impossible to resist!

A person's hand dipping a blue corn chip into a skillet filled with melted cheese, diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and ground meat.
Queso Fundido. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Baked Brie with Honey, Bacon, and Walnuts

a pink plate with a baked brie slathered in honey and topped with nuts and bacon.
Baked Brie with Honey, Bacon, and Walnuts. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Sweet honey, salty bacon and crunchy walnuts make this Baked Brie an ideal appetizer with crackers or crusty bread for a balanced bite that pleases any crowd. Gooey and cheesy, this is one your guests will ask for every time they come over.
Get the Recipe: Baked Brie with Honey, Bacon, and Walnuts

Queso Fundido

A black skillet of cheesy dip and coveredin pico de gallo.
Queso Fundido. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This hot, cheesy Queso Fundido with chorizo is a must for taco nights or parties, perfect with tortilla chips or tortillas for a warm, flavorful starter. It’s delicious and will be gone in no time flat.
Get the Recipe: Queso Fundido

Air Fryer Chicken Wings

a basket of glazed chicken wings with a glass bowl of ranch sauce.
Air Fryer Chicken Wings. Photo credit: Feast + West.

These Air Fryer Chicken Wings cook straight from frozen, offering a quick, crowd-pleasing snack. It pairs well with dipping sauces and veggie sticks, and it’s great for any age.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Wings

Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

A cheese ball covered with bacon and green onions is placed in the center of a plate surrounded by circular crackers.
Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball is an easy, flavorful appetizer packed with creamy, savory goodness. You can make it ahead of time, so it’s absolutely perfect for any gathering.
Get the Recipe: Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

Pizza Dip

Cheese melts on top of Sausage Pepperoni Pizza Dip baked in a glass pan.
Pizza Dip. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Layers of cream cheese, pizza sauce, mozzarella and spicy pepperoni make this Pizza Dip a fun way to serve pizza to a crowd. Grab some chips, bread, veggies or breadsticks to dip into this pizza goodness.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Dip

Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini

Fig and goat cheese crostini on a white tray.
Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini. Photo credit: Feast + West.

These Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini combine sweet and savory flavors for a sophisticated appetizer that’s sure to impress at any event. Salty bacon is the perfect complement for sweet figs and tangy goat cheese. If figs aren’t in season, you can use fig jam.
Get the Recipe: Bacon, Fig & Goat Cheese Crostini

Totchos

A sheet pan of tater tot nachos loaded with tomatos, peppers, sour cream and guacamole.
Totchos. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Totchos, AKA tater tot nachos, are a fun twist on classic nachos topped with taco meat and all your favorite toppings. It’s a crispy, cheesy snack on pillow-soft potatoes, and perfect for parties or casual gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Totchos

Pizza Pinwheels

A plate of pizza pinwheels garnished with herbs.
Pizza Pinwheels. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Stuffed with pepperoni, these bite-sized Pizza Pinwheels are easy to make and a crowd-pleaser for parties, combining classic pizza flavors in a portable snack.
Get the Recipe: Pizza Pinwheels

Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates

Close-up of bacon-wrapped dates secured with toothpicks and green flag toppers on a blue plate, showcasing the irresistible appeal of these delightful Bacon Wrapped Dates.
Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates. Photo credit: Feast + West.

With a sweet and salty profile, Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates are an irresistible choice that’s easy to make for a crowd. These bite-size treats will be gone in a flash.
Get the Recipe: Chorizo Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Dates

Sausage Balls

Sausage balls on a tray with rosemary sprigs.
Sausage Balls. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Quick and easy to make, Sausage Balls are a classic appetizer everyone loves. Cheesy and meaty, they’re perfect for any gathering or as a game day snack.
Get the Recipe: Sausage Balls

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