These Traeger-friendly recipes bring familiar meals into new territory with a smoky twist and practical steps that anyone can follow. Whether you’re cooking for one, feeding a family, or having folks over, this list makes it easier to try something new without complicating your time in the kitchen.
From hearty casseroles to creative takes on classics like shepherd’s pie and meatloaf, there’s plenty here for grill lovers and everyday cooks alike. Each dish combines comfort with flavor, and most don’t need much more than standard ingredients and your smoker.
Browse through and pick a few to try this week. These recipes are made for real meals — filling, flavorful, and ready to share. Whether you’re cooking inside or firing up the grill, there’s something here to make dinner more interesting.
Traeger Pizza
This recipe shows how to cook pizza on a Traeger grill, giving the crust a crisp bite and the toppings a subtle smoky finish. It’s a fun way to mix up pizza night, especially if you’re already firing up the grill for dinner. You can use homemade or store-bought dough, and customize toppings to your liking.
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Traeger Shepherd’s Pie Baked Potato
A baked potato version of shepherd’s pie, this dish is filled with seasoned ground meat and vegetables, then topped with mashed potatoes and cooked on the Traeger for added flavor. It’s a warm, filling meal that brings classic comfort with a smoky edge.
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Traeger Tater Tot Casserole
This family-style casserole layers tater tots with meat, cheese, and a creamy sauce, then cooks on the Traeger grill for extra depth. It’s simple, hearty, and a great option for laid-back dinners or casual get-togethers.
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Traeger Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
A smoky twist on a classic, this shepherd’s pie uses both ground and chopped beef along with veggies like carrots, peas, and green beans. Topped with mashed potatoes and cooked on the Traeger, it has rich flavor thanks to a splash of wine and fresh herbs.
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Traeger No-Bean Chili Dogs
These chili dogs skip the beans and go straight for smoky, meaty flavor by cooking the chili on a Traeger grill. It’s a fun way to serve a crowd or add something bold to your cookout rotation.
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Traeger Cheesy Italian Shells
Large pasta shells filled with a cheesy, seasoned mixture and baked on a Traeger. The smoky layer adds something new to a classic comfort dish, making it great for pasta lovers who want something a little different.
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Traeger Grilled Meatball Bread
This is part sandwich, part grilled dish — meatballs are nestled into bread, topped with sauce and cheese, then grilled for extra flavor. It’s hearty, a little messy, and perfect for sharing.
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Traeger Smoked Jalapeño Jack Juicy Lucy
A bold take on the Juicy Lucy burger, this version is stuffed with jalapeño jack cheese and smoked on the Traeger. It’s spicy, cheesy, and definitely not your average burger night.
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Traeger Cabbage Rolls
Classic cabbage rolls are stuffed with seasoned meat and rice, then smoked for a deeper flavor. This version gives the traditional dish a twist that works well for anyone who likes savory, slow-cooked meals.
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Traeger Hasselback Shepherd’s Pie
This variation swaps the usual mashed potato topping for sliced Hasselback potatoes, cooked right on the Traeger. It’s a visually impressive and flavorful twist on shepherd’s pie that brings texture and a bit of crispiness.
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Traeger Smoked Shotgun Shells
These smoked pasta shells are stuffed with a mix of meat and cheese, wrapped in bacon, and cooked low and slow on a Traeger. They’re rich, savory, and ideal for a weekend grilling project.
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Traeger Pizza Meatloaf
Combining the flavors of pizza and the comfort of meatloaf, this dish is shaped, topped with sauce and cheese, and smoked to bring it all together. It’s an easy way to mix up your usual dinner rotation.
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Traeger Beef Queso
This smoked queso dip is loaded with ground beef, cheese, and spices, all melted together on a Traeger. It’s great for dipping chips or pouring over nachos when you want something a bit more filling than a basic cheese dip.
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Traeger Smoked Grape Jelly Meatballs
Sweet meets smoky in this appetizer, where meatballs are coated in a grape jelly and BBQ sauce glaze, then smoked to add richness. These are great for parties or game-day spreads.
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Traeger Meatball Sub Casserole
This dish takes everything you like about a meatball sub and bakes it into a casserole. Cooked on the Traeger, it gets a subtle smoky taste and feeds a group with little effort.
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Traeger Mini Meatloaf Burgers
These handheld meatloaf burgers are shaped into small patties, cooked on the Traeger, and served like sliders. They’re fun, flavorful, and ideal when you want something casual but still hearty.
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Traeger Stuffed Peppers
Bell peppers are filled with seasoned meat and rice, then cooked on the grill until tender. The Traeger adds a smoky layer that turns this everyday dinner into something a little more special.
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Traeger Lasagna
Lasagna gets a flavor boost by baking it on the Traeger, where it picks up just enough smoke to complement the cheesy, saucy layers. It’s a solid make-ahead option for weekend meals or feeding a group.
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Traeger Smoked Meatloaf
This meatloaf goes on the Traeger to take in some smoky flavor while staying moist and tender inside. It’s a familiar dish with a twist, great for weekday dinners or casual guests.
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Traeger Wild Rice Hotdish
Wild rice, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce come together in this baked casserole, which cooks on the Traeger for added flavor. It can be served as a side or a vegetarian-friendly main dish.
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Traeger Smoked Meatball Rigatoni
Smoked meatballs and rigatoni are tossed with sauce for a pasta dish that’s simple but full of bold flavor. The smoky touch makes it a step up from your average baked pasta.
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Traeger Smoked Italian Meatballs
Italian meatballs are smoked until tender and flavorful, then served on their own, with pasta, or as an appetizer. They hold up well to meal prepping and are easy to pair with various sides.
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