Game day usually means a few things: friends gathering, the game on TV and absolutely no desire to spend the entire afternoon in the kitchen.
That’s where we come in.
Whether you’re hosting a whole group or just need something easy to throw on the grill before kickoff, we have plenty of grab-and-go options that make game day food simple without all of the prep work. Pick up a few favorites, fire up the grill, and get back to the important stuff: cheering on your team.
Here are a few of our favorite grab-and-go options that require no additional prep work, just toss on the grill, or set them out on your snack table and get back to the game.
Marinated Short Ribs
Our marinated short ribs are one of our most popular items for a reason. They are packed with flavor and only take a few minutes total to cook, making them the perfect easy game day meal.
Throw them on the grill for a couple minutes on each side and serve them alongside your favorite game day sides.
Marinated Chicken or Beef Kabobs
Looking for another easy option that requires basically no prep? Our marinated chicken and beef kabobs are a game day go-to. Just grill, serve and let everyone grab one between plays. Each kabob also comes with a piece of our smoked bratwurst on each end, which is a customer favorite. Pick up a few of each so you have both chicken and beef options for everyone to enjoy.
Smoked Sausages
With more than 40 varieties of sausages, there’s a pretty good chance you’ll find one you love at Gartner’s.
Grill them up and serve them with buns and your favorite toppings, or slice them into bite-sized pieces for an easy appetizer. Either way, they’re one of the easiest ways to feed a crowd.
Jerky & Pepperoni Sticks
Need something people can snack on before the game starts? Grab some of our house made pepperoni and jerky.
We offer a variety of flavors of beef jerky and pork jerky, so you can grab a few different options for the snack table. And for the pepperoni fans, we offer both regular and jalapeño cheddar pepperoni sticks.
No cooking required. Just open the package and pair with some cheese, crackers, or whatever else you already have on hand. These are the kind of snacks that tend to disappear while everyone is waiting for kickoff.
Flank Steak
Flank steak is another easy option when you want something substantial without the complicated prep work.
Season it (or grab one of our pre-marinated flank steaks), grill it, slice it up, and serve it as part of a bigger spread. You can even turn leftovers into sandwiches or wraps for an easy meal the next day.
Marinated Chicken Thighs
Looking for something simple, yet full of flavor that everyone can enjoy? Our marinated chicken thighs are an easy game-day staple.
They’re ready to go straight onto the grill, making them a great option when you want something flavorful without spending a bunch of time prepping. Grill them up, slice them for serving and enjoy.
Keep Game Day Simple
The best game day food doesn’t have to involve difficult recipes, hours of prep, or a sink full of dishes.
Stop by Gartner’s, grab a few things you can throw on the grill or put straight on the snack table and let everyone indulge.
Good food, good people and a good game on TV.
Stop by Gartner’s Country Meat Market in Portland and grab everything you need for your next game day celebration.