Ready to change up your grilling routine? This recipe lineup brings smoky flavor, simple prep, and bold results. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just hungry for something satisfying. With a mix of classic cuts and a few unexpected combos, these meals go beyond the usual.
Each recipe is designed to make the most of your grill or smoker without adding a bunch of steps. Some are quick enough for weeknights; others are made for slow-cooking on a weekend. Either way, you’ll find options that are practical, flavorful, and worth repeating.
So grab your tongs, fire up the grill, and browse the full list to see which dish will be your next favorite. Whether it’s a new twist on tacos or a backyard barbecue essential, there’s something here for every kind of cook.
Traeger Grilled Porterhouse
This wood-fired porterhouse steak brings big flavor with minimal effort. Grilled over hardwood pellets, it picks up a rich, smoky taste that enhances the natural quality of the beef. It’s a solid choice for weekend grilling when you want something hearty and impressive, but don’t want to fuss too much. Just season well, grill to your preferred doneness, and let it rest before slicing. Great for steak lovers who want a restaurant-style result at home.
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Traeger Country-Style Pork Ribs
These country-style pork ribs are slow-smoked until they’re juicy and fall-apart tender. A dry rub builds flavor from the inside out, while a tangy glaze adds a sticky, flavorful finish. The low-and-slow method gives them a dark, smoky crust and loads of depth. They’re hearty enough to serve as a main course for a weekend cookout and easy to slice and share.
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BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters
Bone-in leg quarters hold up well to grilling and deliver crispy skin with juicy meat underneath. This BBQ version keeps it classic with a seasoned rub and charred edges, ideal for feeding a crowd without much prep. Whether you’re cooking over charcoal or pellets, the result is flavorful and satisfying. Serve with coleslaw or corn for an easy backyard-style meal.
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Smoked Picnic Shoulder
Budget-friendly and full of flavor, a smoked picnic shoulder is your ticket to pulled pork sandwiches, tacos, or bowls. It smokes low and slow until the meat shreds easily and stays juicy. This cut has more fat than a loin, which keeps it moist during cooking. Plan for several hours of smoke time, but the hands-on work is minimal. Great for feeding a group or stocking your freezer with leftovers.
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Smoked Tenderloin Tacos
These tacos use smoked pork tenderloin sliced thin and piled into warm tortillas. The meat stays tender and flavorful thanks to a slow-smoking process that adds depth without overpowering. Top with onions, cilantro, or salsa for a balanced mix of smoky, savory, and fresh. It’s a flexible meal for taco night that feels a bit more special without much added work.
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Grilled Pork Chops with Guinness Barbecue Sauce
These pork chops get grilled until golden and juicy, then finished with a Guinness-based barbecue sauce that’s rich and slightly sweet. The beer adds a malty depth to the sauce that pairs well with the smokiness from the grill. The dish comes together in under an hour, making it doable for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend cook.
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Traeger Seattle Dogs
This spin on the Seattle-style hot dog loads grilled links with cream cheese and caramelized onions, all kissed with wood-fired flavor. Grilled buns hold everything together, and the contrast of smoky, creamy, and savory makes this a standout for game day or casual dinners. No utensils needed — just napkins.
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Traeger Sloppy Joe Nachos
This recipe combines homemade sloppy joe meat with tortilla chips, cheese, and bold toppings, then finishes everything with a bit of smoky heat from the Traeger. It’s built for sharing and can be served straight off the sheet pan. Perfect for laid-back gatherings, especially when you want something hearty that doesn’t require plates and forks.
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Smoked Birria Tamales
These tamales start with slow-cooked birria and are wrapped in masa before steaming and getting a final smoky touch. Each one holds tender, flavorful meat and a rich broth that seeps into every bite. It’s a time-intensive recipe, but it’s ideal for bulk prepping or making ahead for special meals. Freezes well, too.
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Traeger Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Pork belly gets cubed, slow-smoked, and glazed until the edges are crispy and the inside is soft and rich. These burnt ends are sweet, savory, and incredibly tender. Serve them as a bite-sized appetizer or pile them on a plate as a main. A solid pick for anyone who enjoys big flavor and a bit of indulgence.
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Chili Cheese Glizzy Tots
Think of this as a mash-up of chili dogs and loaded tots. Crispy tater tots are topped with sliced hot dogs, a hearty chili, and plenty of melted cheese. It’s the kind of dish that’s messy, fun, and perfect for sharing. Make it for movie nights, game day spreads, or casual get-togethers.
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Smoked Party Ribs
These baby back ribs are cut into individual pieces before smoking, making them easy to grab and eat at parties. They’re seasoned with a spicy rub, spritzed with pineapple juice to add a hint of sweetness, and tossed in BBQ sauce right at the end. You get the smoky, tender meat of full ribs, but in a more convenient form.
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Smoked Chicken Tacos
Chicken breasts get rubbed with a verde-style seasoning, then smoked slowly until tender. They’re shredded and tucked into crispy tortillas with cheddar cheese, giving you layers of crunch, smoke, and spice in each bite. This recipe works well for taco night when you want to mix things up a little.
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Grilled Greek Chicken
This grilled chicken uses a marinade of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs to bring out bright, Mediterranean flavors. After just a short soak, it grills quickly and works well in wraps, on top of salads, or as a main with veggies. It’s quick to prep and even better the next day, making it a handy recipe to keep in rotation.
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Breaded Smoked and Fried Buffalo Wings
These wings start in the smoker, soaking up flavor, then get breaded and fried for extra crunch. Tossed in Buffalo sauce while hot, they hit all the right notes — smoky, crispy, and spicy. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a snack that’s made to share, but hard to give up.
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BBQ Chicken Breasts with Grilled Granny Smith Apples
This grilled chicken stays juicy with the help of a simple technique, then gets paired with tart grilled apple slices for a mix of smoky and sweet. It’s a fresh take on barbecue that’s easy to prep and doesn’t take long on the grill. The apples bring a surprising contrast that makes this dish feel anything but basic.
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