20 Smoker Recipes That Bring Deep, Smoky Flavor to Your Table

There is nothing quite like the rich, smoky taste that only a smoker can create. Low and slow cooking turns simple ingredients into tender, flavorful dishes that are worth every minute of patience. This collection of 20 smoker recipes gives you plenty of options to explore, from juicy meats and savory sides to a few creative twists you may not expect. Whether you are new to smoking or a seasoned pitmaster, these recipes will inspire you to fire up the smoker again and again.

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

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.
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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!
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Smoked Chicken Wings

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

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.
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Brisket Tacos

A brisket taco topped with cheese, fried onions, and a spicy sauce. — Brisket Tacos. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

My beef brisket tacos feature melt-in-your-mouth brisket sauce topped with spicy pico, crispy onions, and creamy Mexiranch dressing. They're so good they even helped me score a boyfriend!
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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.
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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!
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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!
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Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Pork Belly Burnt Ends are just about the best thing on the planet. Go on, get your meat candy fix today!
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Smoked Shotgun Shells

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!
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Smoked Chicken Legs with Red Pepper Glaze

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!
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Smoked Jalapenos

Nothing says game day munching quite like smoked jalapenos! Fire up your tatstebuds with some serious flavor with these oh-so snackable treats! Easy to make and delish on their own or with other meals, there's lots to love!
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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!
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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!
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Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

Do your poppers differfently! These bacon-wrapped jalapenos are stuffed with a meaty filling that's oh-so-good!
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Reverse Seared Smoked Steaks with Smoked Garlic Butter

Get big, bold beefy flavor when you reverse sear your smoked steaks. Topped with Smoked Garlic Butter, these steaks will knock your socks off!
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Traeger Smoked Garlic

Close-up of roasted garlic cloves. — Traeger Smoked Garlic. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Creamy, smoky, and perfect in so many ways, Traeger Smoked Garlic is so good and so easy! Firing up the smoker? Throw on a few bulbs of garlic and smoke them, too!
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