10 Kitchen Gear Essentials for Your Next Game Day Watch Party

Ninja CRISPi Pro

Available in six colors, the Ninja CRISPi Pro is a 6-in-1 air fryer that also reheats, crisps, bakes, roasts, and dehydrates. It has temperature controls and a modular base that can accommodate CleanCrisp glass containers smaller than 6 quarts (a 2.5-quart container is included). It also comes with lids that allow the glassware to be used as food storage once cooking is complete.

For a portable option, check out the original Ninja CRISPi ($179).

Crock-Pot Slow Cooker, 3-Quart

For Rotel cheese dip, chili, one-pot meals, and sides, it’s hard to go wrong with a Crock-Pot Slow Cooker. It’s made up of a heating base with three temperature settings (low, high, and warm) and a removable stoneware pot that’s dishwasher-safe.

Piezano 12″ Electric Pizza Oven

This viral electric pizza oven makes 12-inch pies in minutes from the comfort of your kitchen countertop. It reaches temperatures up to 800°F and comes with two pizza paddles and a ceramic stone to achieve a crispy crust. You can also use it to bake frozen pizza. The dual temperature settings allow you to control the heat on the top and bottom of the pizza oven, and its viewing window gives you the chance to check in on your pizza whenever necessary.

Hamilton Beach Power Elite Blender

What’s a party without drinks? The Hamilton Beach Power Elite Blender can make smoothies, frozen lemonade, icy cocktails, and more. You can also use it for dips, soups, and creamy toppings and sides. It comes with a 40-ounce glass blending vessel and a lid with a spout for mess-free pouring.

Meater Pro Meat Thermometer

If you’re grilling for the big game, then you know how important it is for beef, chicken, and seafood to reach optimal internal temperatures before eating. The Meater Pro meat thermometer can read a maximum temperature of 1000°F and features six sensors for accuracy. It’s water-resistant, fast-charging, and equipped for wireless and bluetooth capabilities so you can track the temperature from an app on your phone.

Caraway Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan

You don’t have to grill outdoors to achieve beautiful sear marks on meats and veggies when you have the Caraway Enameled Cast Iron Grill Pan. This sturdy 10.5-inch pan comes in six colors, is scratch-resistant, and can be used with the brand’s 6-inch stainless steel grill press.

Le Creuset Signature Oval Chip and Dip Platter and Mini Round Cocotte Set

Le Creuset’s chip and dip platter comes with a mini cocotte that you can use for baking and serving dips, salsa, and more. Once your dip is ready, place it neatly in the center of the platter before filling the outer edges with chips and other snacks. You can also use this platter for shrimp cocktail and other tasty pairings.

Great Jones Holy Sheet

From cookies to sheet pan nachos, the Great Jones Holy Sheet can get the job done. Available in five colors, including black, the pan measures 18.5 by 13.5 inches and is dishwasher-safe.

OXO 2-Piece Tongs Set

Keep your hands clean while flipping wings and other party foods with this set of tongs with nylon heads from OXO. It comes with 14-inch and 11-inch tongs that can be locked in the closed position when you need to store them or set them aside.

HexClad Salt and Pepper Grinder Set

HexClad’s heavy-duty pair of salt and pepper grinders is pricey but worth it if you’re constantly using fresh ground seasoning. It has 10 adjustable grind settings from coarse to ultra-fine, and the base of each grinder is a durable measuring cup that allows you to pre-grind salt and pepper to your desired amount (up to ¼ cup) before seasoning your food.

The HexMill Pepper Grinder is also available separately in five colors from Fig to Cypress. You can also get tabletop versions of the salt and pepper mills.