24 Smoker Recipes That’ll Have Your Neighbors Showing Up With Empty Plates

The smoker’s calling, and your neighbors are already hungry. We’ve rounded up 24 mouthwatering recipes that will have your BBQs becoming the talk of the neighborhood. Warning: you may need to make extra, because these dishes are too good to resist!

Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

Want pork chops that are smoky, juicy, and bursting with flavor? These Traeger Smoked Pork Chops hit all the right notes. Find out how to make these mouthwatering chops that’ll have you hooked from the first bite.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

If you love smoky flavors, this Traeger Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is a must-try. The juicy pork and crispy bacon come together for a flavor-packed, mouthwatering bite!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Smoked Chicken Drumstick with parsley on a white plate. — Smoked Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These smoked chicken drumsticks are the perfect mix of smoky flavor and juicy tenderness. They’re BBQ perfection in every bite, making them ideal for your next weekend cookout.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Smoked Chicken Wings

You can't go wrong with these tender smoked chicken wings. Delicious, easy to make, and perfect for any occasion—what’s not to love?
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Wings

Smoked Brats

These smoked brats are the real deal—juicy, savory, and bursting with flavor. They’re perfect for when that craving hits!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Brats

Smoked Turkey Breast

This smoked turkey breast is your secret weapon for holiday dinners. Smoking it with wood chips or pellets will make you a grilling pro, and the juicy, flavorful results will have your family asking for seconds. Time to fire up that Traeger and impress them!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Turkey Breast

Honey Garlic Smoked Pulled Chicken

Pulled chicken in a bun with cole slaw. — Honey Garlic Smoked Pulled Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This honey garlic BBQ smoked pulled chicken is made for outdoor cooking lovers. With a garlicky pickle brine, sweet mustard, chili rub, and a honey garlic finish, it's packed with flavor and smoked to perfection—don’t miss out!
Get the Recipe: Honey Garlic Smoked Pulled Chicken

Smoked Spiced Shrimp

A platter of smoked shrimp. — Smoked Spiced Shrimp. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These smoked spiced shrimp are a flavor-packed treat, seasoned with a homemade Saskatchewan dry rub that’s easy to whip up and perfect for any occasion. Whether as an appetizer or main dish, you’re in for a delicious experience!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Spiced Shrimp

Smoked Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork

Overhead view of a large bowl of smoked pulled pork. — Smoked Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Create the ultimate Cuban roast pork with this smoked Cuban mojo pulled pork recipe. The combination of garlic, lime, sherry, oregano, and marjoram makes it bursting with flavor, and it's ideal for smoking on a Traeger grill or pellet smoker!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork

Smoked Italian Pasta Salad

Smoked pasta salad in a bowl. — Smoked Italian Pasta Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Add a smoky twist to your favorite pasta salad with this smoked Italian pasta salad recipe. Packed with pepperoni, salami, mozzarella, and a zesty pepperoncini dressing, it’s the perfect dish for your summer BBQs!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Italian Pasta Salad

Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham

A smoked ham that is being sliced. — Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This smoked sweet onion honey-glazed ham is the perfect centerpiece for holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter. With juicy, flavorful goodness, it's made to shine on your pellet smoker or Traeger grill!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham

BBQ Smoked Meatloaf with Glaze

Overhead view of a smoked meatloaf with slices taken. — BBQ Smoked Meatloaf with Glaze. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Meatloaf is a classic, but BBQ smoked meatloaf is next level! This amazing smoked ground beef recipe on a pellet grill or Traeger will blow your mind. The rich, meaty flavor and garlicky tomato glaze are absolutely heavenly—trust me, you’ve got to try it!
Get the Recipe: BBQ Smoked Meatloaf with Glaze

Traeger Smoked Brisket

A perfectly smoked brisket with a dark, crispy bark on a cutting board, showing a juicy and tender interior. — Traeger Smoked Brisket. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This traditional smoked brisket recipe is perfect for BBQ lovers who appreciate deep, rich flavors from slow-cooked perfection. It’s the ultimate dish for anyone who’s serious about their barbecue!
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Brisket

Smoked Quesabirria Tacos

Smoked beef birria served in a bowl with rich, flavorful broth and fresh cilantro. — Smoked Quesabirria Tacos. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

If you’re craving something unique, these quesabirria tacos are the perfect blend of smoky meats and rich, spicy birria sauce. Ideal for taco lovers ready to try something different, they’re a delicious, satisfying twist on a classic!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Quesabirria Tacos

Double Smoked Pulled Ham

Smoked pulled ham shredded and served on a wooden board. — Double Smoked Pulled Ham. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This recipe features a delicious double-smoked ham that’s perfect for any gathering. It’s a juicy, smoky twist on the classic pulled pork that’s sure to impress your guests!
Get the Recipe: Double Smoked Pulled Ham

Smoked Pizza

Pepperoni pizza cooked on top of parchment paper on a grill grate. — Smoked Pizza. Photo credit: Joyfully Mad.

Want pizza with a wood-fired oven taste? Smoked pizza is the way to go! This beginner-friendly recipe is perfect for pellet grills and will make your homemade pizza taste like it’s from a pro.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Pizza

Smoked Brie Potato Gratin

Smoked Brie Potato Gratin combines layers of creamy potatoes and smoky brie cheese for a dish that’s perfect for any special occasion or a cozy night in. Savor the cheesy, comforting goodness in every bite!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Brie Potato Gratin

Salmon Salad with Bagel

Overhead of smoked salmon and bagel salad. — Salmon Salad with Bagel. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

This smoked salmon salad gives you all the flavors of a cream cheese and lox bagel, but with a healthier twist. Featuring cucumber, dill, tomatoes, and gluten-free bagel chips, all topped with a homemade cream cheese dressing—plus, skip the chips for a keto-friendly version!
Get the Recipe: Salmon Salad with Bagel

Grill-Smoked Pork Tenderloin

Smoked pork ready to eat on a cutting board. — Grill-Smoked Pork Tenderloin. Photo credit: Cafe Osharak.

Take your regular roasted pork tenderloin to the next level by smoking it slowly over low heat for about an hour. The result? A smoky, juicy masterpiece that's perfect as a main dish or in a tasty sandwich!
Get the Recipe: Grill-Smoked Pork Tenderloin

Smoked Portobello Mushrooms on the Grill

Smoked portobello mushroom ready to eat on a cutting board. — Smoked Portobello Mushrooms on the Grill. Photo credit: Cafe Osharak.

Smoky and flavorful, these portobello mushrooms make an excellent meatless option that’s both easy to prepare and versatile. Enjoy them as a main dish or a side, no matter the occasion!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Portobello Mushrooms on the Grill

Smoked Rack of Lamb

Lamb chops that have been smoked. — Smoked Rack of Lamb. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Serve up a flavorful smoked rack of lamb or lamb chops, infused with madeira wine, fresh herbs, and shallots for an unforgettable twist. Perfect for any occasion, it pairs beautifully with your favorite sides!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Rack of Lamb

Mesquite Smoked Dry Rub Brisket

A smoked brisket being sliced on a cutting board. — Mesquite Smoked Dry Rub Brisket. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Fire up your Traeger or pellet grill and give this Texas-style smoked brisket a go, seasoned with a flavorful dry rub. Serve it with beans, corn on the cob, or in a sandwich for a meal that’s sure to impress!
Get the Recipe: Mesquite Smoked Dry Rub Brisket

Smoker Grilled Fish Tacos

A platter full of fish tacos. — Smoker Grilled Fish Tacos. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Summer calls for outdoor cooking, and these smoker-grilled fish tacos with garlic cilantro lime coleslaw are a must-try! Easy to make on a Traeger grill, featuring smoky tilapia and a zesty coleslaw that’ll leave you craving more.
Get the Recipe: Smoker Grilled Fish Tacos

Smoked Blackened Salmon Sliders

A platter with salmon sliders on it. — Smoked Blackened Salmon Sliders. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These smoked blackened salmon sliders are a must for your summer BBQ! Topped with pickled red onions and wasabi mayo, they’re the perfect grilled treat on your Traeger or pellet grill.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Blackened Salmon Sliders