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18 Smoker Recipes That Take Backyard BBQ to the Next Level

Published: May 28, 2025 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Firing up the smoker? These 18 recipes are your go-to for juicy, smoky, can’t-stop-eating-it flavor. Perfect for weekend cookouts or casual backyard feasts.

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Looking for a delicious and indulgent main course for your next dinner party? Look no further than these Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets. With a simple yet flavorful seasoning and the added richness of smoky bacon, these filets are sure to impress your guests.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Deliciously smoky and juicy, our smoked chicken drumsticks blend flavor and tenderness perfectly. Indulge in BBQ perfection with every bite. Plus, it is great for a weekend barbecue.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Slices of cooked pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon, garnished with chopped herbs, served on a white plate. A meat-based meal that will satisfy your crave for hearty meals.
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Indulge in smoky perfection with this Traeger Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin. Juicy pork meets crispy bacon for a flavor explosion!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

A grilled pork chop garnished with parsley is served alongside a fresh salad with cucumbers, lettuce, bell peppers, blue cheese crumbles, and a drizzle of dressing. This dish will surely spark neighbor envy and is perfect for those who love easy smoker recipes.
Traeger Smoked Pork Chop. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Traeger Smoked Pork Chops are cooked to perfection. You'll love the smoky, succulent and tenderness of these pork chops. Unlock the secret to making mouthwatering, flavorful smoked pork chops that will have your taste buds begging for more.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

Smoked New York Strip Steak

Smoked New York Strip Steaks. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Smoked New York Strip Steaks. Savory, tender, and expertly smoked, these steaks are a culinary masterpiece! It's so easy to make these NY Strip steaks on Traeger, you'll be wanting to make them again and again.
Get the Recipe: Smoked New York Strip Steak

Smoked Chicken Wings

You'll love these tender Smoked Chicken Wings. Perfect for any occasion, easy to make, and absolutely delicious.

You'll love these tender Smoked Chicken Wings. Perfect for any occasion, easy to make, and absolutely delicious.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Wings

Smoked Brats

A plate of grilled sausages, some sliced, garnished with parsley. A fork holds a sausage piece from this crave-worthy meal. A striped cloth is partially visible beside the plate.
Smoked Brats. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

You'll love these mouthwatering Smoked Brats. Juicy, savory, and delicious, these smoky sausages are sure to leave you wanting more.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Brats

Smoked Garlic Parmesan Wings

Chicken wings with garlic and Parmesan on a white plate.
Smoked Garlic Parmesan Wings. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Add a kiss of smoke to your wings and change how you eat wings forever! These savory wings are crispy, smoky, and infused with garlic butter and Parmesan in every bite!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Garlic Parmesan Wings

Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

Smoked jalapeno poppers on a platter.
Smoked Jalapeno Poppers. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Do your poppers differfently! These bacon-wrapped jalapenos are stuffed with a meaty filling that's oh-so-good!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

Reverse Seared Smoked Steaks with Smoked Garlic Butter

Reverse Seared Smoked Steaks with Smoked Garlic Butter on a plate with asparagus.
Reverse Seared Smoked Steaks with Smoked Garlic Butter. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Get big, bold beefy flavor when you reverse sear your smoked steaks. Topped with Smoked Garlic Butter, these steaks will knock your socks off!
Get the Recipe: Reverse Seared Smoked Steaks with Smoked Garlic Butter

Smoked Dry Rubbed Wings

Smoked dry rubbed chicken wings on a white plate with garlic.
Smoked Dry Rubbed Wings. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

With massive flavor in every bite, skip the sauce and go for Smoked Dry Rubbed Wings. So easy and so good, pass the napkins and dig in!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Dry Rubbed Wings

Pork Belly Burnt Ends

A plate of smoked pork belly burnt ends with tomatoes and pickles.
Pork Belly Burnt Ends. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Pork Belly Burnt Ends are just about the best thing on the planet. Go on, get your meat candy fix today!
Get the Recipe: Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Smoked Shotgun Shells

Smoked shotgun shells on a white plate.
Smoked Shotgun Shells. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Smoked Shotgun Shells are meat and cheese filled pasta tubes that are then wrapped in bacon. They're so good, you won't be able to eat just one! As impressive as they are delish, you'll wow everyone when you put these out for nibbling on!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Shotgun Shells

Smoked Chicken Legs with Red Pepper Glaze

Smoked Chicken Legs with Red Pepper Glaze on a round platter.
Smoked Chicken Legs with Red Pepper Glaze. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Infused with flavor from the smoke and the added sweet and spicy tang of the glaze, these chicken wings are good eating! Easier to make than you might think, too!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Legs with Red Pepper Glaze

Smoked Chicken Al Pastor

A stack of chicken and pineapple on a vertical skewer on a cutting board.
Smoked Chicken Al Pastor. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Ready for outrageous flavor?!? From the smoky, marinated chicken to the pinepple, every bite of Smoked Chicken Al Pastor is amazing! Serve it with all your favorite Mexican sides for a fiesta!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Al Pastor

Smoked Dill Pickle Wings

Smoked chicken wings with pickles on a black plate.
Smoked Dill Pickle Wings. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Smoked wings with a touch of dill-licious dill in every bite, these easy wings are perfect when dunked into ranch!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Dill Pickle Wings

Crockpot Green Chili Chicken

Three chicken tacos topped with cilantro, avocado and red onions on a wooden cutting board.
Crockpot Green Chili Chicken. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

Deliciously simple this crockpot green chili chicken is the ultimate meal prep recipe. Tender, juicy shredded chicken in a strong, spicy seasoning. This gluten-free weeknight dinner comes together with only 5 main ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Green Chili Chicken

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