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Pellet Grill Recipes

My easy Traeger Recipes are going to have your firing that grill up and smoking alllllll week long. You’re going to love your wood-pellet grill even more than you already do, and if you don’t have one you are really going to want one soon!

Pellet Grill Recipes

Easy Traeger Recipes

This collection is all of my easy pellet grill recipes! If you would like to jump right into some of the greatest hits, here’s a handy list. For a list of my favorites, with pictures, see our Traeger Recipes page! Otherwise, just keep scrolling for all of the smoked deliciousness below.

New to Pellet Grills?

Make sure to check out my ULTIMATE Starter Guide to Pellet Grilling!

What is a Traeger Grill?

A Traeger is a brand of pellet grill that allows you to smoke, grill, and bake on it in a super user-friendly way. It is like smoking, simplified.

Why Traeger?

We bought our Traeger at Costco, but they are available all over the place, including on Amazon. Traegers are easy, have amazing customer service, and have been super consistent and easy to use even for a beginner smoker. Click below to get your own!

Tips For Starting Out With Traeger Grills

  • Buy a bigger grill than you think you’ll need. Especially if you feed large groups.
  • READ THE DIRECTIONS.
  • Join one of the many Traeger Facebook groups! You’ll have access to lots of Traeger fans who have been using these machines for years and years. Their advice is amazing!
  • Don’t be afraid to experiment. Nothing is set in stone. Play a little and have fun with your cooking!
  • BOOKMARK THIS PAGE. All of the new Traeger recipes and articles will appear here as they are published!

What Traeger Recipe Should I Make FIRST?

Traeger enthusiasts and Traeger themselves will recommend roasting a whole chicken first, and we do too. You can find our post about that here on the Traeger Grilled Chicken page.

If a whole chicken isn’t your thing, make this Grilled Buffalo Chicken. You won’t regret it!

If you want to see my Complete Guide to Getting Started Pellet Grilling, clicky the linky!

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Recreate the bold, smoky flavors of a Chipotle Steak Burrito Bowl right at home with this easy and customizable recipe. Perfectly grilled sirloin, homemade corn salsa with a kick, and flavor-packed black beans all come together on a bed of cilantro lime rice and romaine lettuce. This recipe is perfect for a quick family meal …

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Smoked Beef Jerky Twists are a flavorful and protein-packed snack that combines savory seasonings and the natural smokiness of a wood-fired smoker. This recipe uses a simple marinade to infuse beef strips with deep umami and sweet notes before they’re twisted into shape and smoked. Perfect for outdoor adventures, road trips, or an everyday high-protein …

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Chili Cheese Glizzy Tots are a crowd-pleasing combination of crispy tater tots, smoky sausages, hearty chili, and gooey cheese. This dish is perfect for game days, parties, or indulgent comfort food dinners. The recipe features tater tots seasoned with taco spices, layered with Little Smokies that have been sliced with the Slotdog and then drenched …

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This Traeger Teriyaki Venison Backstrap recipe brings out the rich, earthy flavors of venison with a savory teriyaki marinade and the smoky depth that only a grill can add. By marinating the backstrap overnight, the flavors deeply infuse the meat, creating a perfectly balanced profile between sweet teriyaki notes and the natural taste of venison. …

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These Smoked Chicken Tacos are a delicious combination of tender, smoky chicken and crisp corn tortillas filled with melty cheddar cheese. The chicken breast is seasoned with a verde rub and slowly smoked for extra flavor before being chopped into bite-sized pieces. The tortillas are folded and pan-fried on a griddle for a crispy, golden-brown …

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Smoked Caprese Salad offers a unique twist on a traditional Italian favorite, combining smoky, savory elements with fresh basil, tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella pearls. The salad is briefly smoked on the grill, allowing the mild cheese and juicy tomatoes to absorb gentle, wood-fired flavors. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and makes an excellent …

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Our easy Italian Marinated Grilled Chicken is a flavorful, simple dish that brings Italian-inspired flavors to your backyard grill. The chicken is marinated in a blend of oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, fresh basil, and Italian seasoning, allowing it to absorb all of those deep, savory flavors throughout the meat. This process keeps the chicken …

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Our awesome recipe for Brined Smoked and Fried Chicken combines layers of flavor and texture that make this a must-try dish. The chicken is soaked in a flavorful brine for extra juiciness, smoked for a rich, smoky taste, and then fried for the perfect crunch. The result is a crispy, tender dish perfect for cookouts …

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Our easy recipe for Breaded Smoked & Fried Buffalo Wings is a twist on traditional wings with rich smoky flavor and a crispy fried breading. First we season and smoke, and then cool briefly to help the flour and cornstarch coating stick before hitting the fryer. The result is wings that are both tender inside …

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Try these rich, delicious Smoked Boursin Mashed Potatoes and add a new layer of flavor to a traditional favorite! This recipe involves smoking russet potatoes before mashing them with sour cream and heavy cream. Dollops of Boursin Garlic & Herb cheese, and butter are added for extra flavor before the dish goes back on the …

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These Breaded Smoked and Fried Chicken Wings are the ultimate flavor combination for chicken wings! First smoked on the pellet grill to infuse that delicious wood-fired flavor through the whole wing, then cooled to help the coating adhere perfectly. Afterward, they’re fried until they are perfectly crispy, creating a perfect balance of tender chicken inside …

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Our easy Blueberry Balsamic Smoked Goat Cheese Dip combines the tanginess of goat cheese with the sweetness of a blueberry reduction with just a hint of spice. This smoked dip is a perfect appetizer for gatherings, and hits both savory and sweet notes with a touch of wood-fired flavor, too. Smoked Blueberry Balsamic Goat Cheese …

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