When dinner smells this good from the driveway, nobody asks what’s cooking, they just grab a plate. These 31 smoked dinners don’t rush anything, and that’s exactly why they work. Deep flavor, simple prep, and enough smoky aroma to make the neighbors suspicious they weren’t invited. If weeknights had a cheat code, this would be it.
Pork Stuffed Smoked Jalapeno Poppers
These aren’t just party food, they’re the reason people invent game nights. Pork Stuffed Smoked Jalapeno Poppers pack enough heat and smoke to make every bite feel like a win, even if your team’s losing. The flavor holds its own without being over the top, and the crunch-to-smoke ratio somehow makes time disappear. Don’t be surprised if guests ask for these instead of cake at birthdays.
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Smoked Dill Pickle Wings
There’s something about the smell of smoked wings that makes everyone suddenly remember your address. Smoked Dill Pickle Wings bring that kind of bold aroma and a flavor punch that doesn’t rely on a laundry list of extras. It’s the kind of dish that makes you check the smoker “just in case” ten times, even though you know it’s perfect. And when they hit the table, there are no leftovers, just a few napkins and some silence.
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This full-color ebook cookbook features more than 50 of Chef Jenn’s tried, tested, and favorite smoker recipes! Enjoy:
- Smoked Beef Kabobs
- Smoked Chicken Thighs
- Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers
- Smoked Spaghetti Squash with Herbs and so much more!
Grilled Smoked Turkey Breast
People usually expect turkey to show up dry and late, this one changes all that. Grilled Smoked Turkey Breast hits the table moist, flavorful, and smelling like you knew what you were doing the whole time. It doesn’t wait for a holiday, and honestly, it doesn’t need one. You’ll be carving this up on random Tuesdays just because it works that well.
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Smoked Chicken Al Pastor
This dish proves that smoky flavor and bold spice can show up without making a big scene. Smoked Chicken Al Pastor doesn’t need a ton of extras, it shows up fully ready to deliver. The kind of recipe that makes leftovers seem like part of the plan, even if they rarely survive. If you’re looking to break out of the same old dinner rut, this is the move.
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Smoked Brisket Chili
It’s not trying to win anyone over with sweetness or flair, it just gets the job done right. Smoked Brisket Chili shows up with deep, slow-built flavor that doesn’t mess around. You can smell it before the door opens, and by then, it’s already halfway gone. It’s one of those meals that turns cold weather into an actual reason to celebrate.
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Smoked Lil Smokies
If there’s one thing that gets a crowd circling the kitchen, it’s the unmistakable smell of Smoked Lil Smokies. They hit that perfect zone between snack and full-on dinner, which makes them dangerous in the best way. Nobody eats just one, and nobody pretends they’re waiting for the main course. You could serve these straight off the smoker and nobody would question a thing.
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Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup
This is not your average bowl-and-spoon situation. Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup delivers rich, layered flavor that lingers in the air before it even hits the table. It’s the kind of soup that makes people think you did something complicated, when really you just let the smoker do its job. If soup could win a cookout, this one’s already holding the trophy.
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Smoked Pork Shots
These are loud, unapologetic, and built for sharing, though nobody really wants to. Smoked Pork Shots come with enough smoky attitude to stand out at any table without trying too hard. They’re gone faster than you expect, and the only thing anyone asks is, “When are you making these again?” This is the kind of recipe that turns one tray into a tradition.
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Smoked Ribeye Roast
There’s a difference between cooking and letting the flavor build naturally, and this dish knows which lane it’s in. The Smoked Ribeye Roast doesn’t rush anything, and the payoff is bold enough to stop a conversation mid-sentence. It smells like something you’d pay extra for and still feel like you got a deal. If your house suddenly becomes the go-to for Sunday dinner, now you know why.
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Smoked Shrimp
If seafood had a secret weapon, it would smell like this. Smoked Shrimp delivers enough rich flavor to make even the steak lovers rethink their loyalty for the night. No fuss, no fancy tricks, just solid results that prove a smoker can do more than just handle ribs. Serve it once and watch how quickly it becomes the request next time.
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Smoked Pulled Pork
When the smoker’s rolling and the street starts to smell like dinner, you know it’s going to be Smoked Pulled Pork night. This dish doesn’t just feed people, it makes them cancel their takeout plans for the week. There’s no wrong way to serve it, no fancy plating required, and no leftovers if you’re lucky. Some meals work every single time, and this is one of them.
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Smoked Shotgun Shells
You’ll spend more time explaining what these are than you will making them. Smoked Shotgun Shells look like a party trick and eat like the best thing you’ve made all year. They don’t last long once they hit the tray, so maybe make double and pretend you only made one. The name’s fun, but the flavor is what brings people back.
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Smoked Lamb Chops
These don’t need an occasion, they become the occasion. Smoked Lamb Chops bring enough flavor to carry an entire meal without extra effort or buildup. People stop talking the second they start eating, and honestly, that’s the goal. This is how you get a standing invite to host dinner from now on.
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Grilled Smoked Pulled Pork
Some meals are built for leftovers, but this isn’t one of them. The flavor in Grilled Smoked Pulled Pork hits right away and doesn’t let up until the plate’s clean. It’s smoky enough to pull people to the table without being asked twice. You’ll need extra buns, or just admit everyone’s eating it straight from the pan.
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Traeger Smoked Chicken Spatchcock
This isn’t about speed, it’s about knowing what works and sticking with it. Traeger Smoked Chicken Spatchcock cooks evenly, smells incredible, and disappears like it never existed. It turns a regular dinner into something that feels halfway to a backyard event. The best part? Nobody cares about sides when this hits the board.
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Spicy Smoked Chex Mix
This is not your aunt’s snack bowl. Spicy Smoked Chex Mix brings heat and smoke in equal measure and keeps people coming back for more even when they said they were done. It’s the kind of snack that feels casual until someone asks for the recipe three bites in. Great for parties, even better when you “accidentally” keep it all to yourself.
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Smoked Queso
This is the dish people stand next to at parties like they’re guarding it. Smoked Queso doesn’t need hype, it earns fans on the first scoop. It smells good enough to count as a welcome sign and tastes even better when the chips run out. You’ll want a second batch on standby.
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Grilled Smoked Corn on the Cob
This is how you get even picky eaters to ask for vegetables. Grilled Smoked Corn on the Cob isn’t just a side dish, it’s a head-turner that grabs attention right off the grill. Sweet, smoky, and cooked to that perfect bite, it makes forks completely optional. People will ask if there’s more, and there won’t be.
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Smoked Jalapenos
Small, spicy, and packed with smoke, these hit like a shortcut to full flavor. Smoked Jalapenos don’t need a lot of space on the plate, they just need to show up. Great as a snack, better as an excuse to make the smoker work overtime. Nobody stops at one, and nobody forgets them.
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Smoked Gimlet Cocktail
If your cocktail starts conversations before the first sip, you’re doing something right. The Smoked Gimlet Cocktail brings a hit of boldness that stands out from the usual bar lineup. Light enough to serve before dinner but memorable enough to keep on the menu. It’s not just a drink, it’s a reason to light the smoker one more time.
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Traeger Smoked Leg of Lamb
Not everything has to be complicated to feel like a big deal. Traeger Smoked Leg of Lamb leans into that rich, deep flavor that makes people think you’ve been cooking for hours longer than you have. It feeds a crowd, holds the smoke perfectly, and somehow still feels low-pressure. Expect compliments, and maybe some quiet plate scraping, too.
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Smoked Carver Ham
This one doesn’t tiptoe in, it fills the house with the kind of smell that makes people peek into the kitchen. Smoked Carver Ham is built to satisfy, no extra ceremony required. It slices easy, serves easy, and disappears faster than you can set the table. It’s the kind of meal that turns a regular night into something people remember.
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Smoked Thor’s Hammer
This dish isn’t subtle and doesn’t try to be. Smoked Thor’s Hammer lands with enough impact to make it the centerpiece of every conversation, before and after dinner. It smells bold, looks impressive, and tastes like it took a whole crew to pull off. Good news: it only takes one person and a little patience.
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Traeger Smoked Turkey
Thanksgiving doesn’t own turkey anymore. Traeger Smoked Turkey proves this bird can hold its own any time of year, with smoke that settles in deep and flavor that doesn’t ask for gravy. It turns an ordinary meal into something people talk about days later. Once you go this route, you’ll never look back.
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Smoked Tomatoes
These are the quiet MVPs of the smoker. Smoked Tomatoes show up in salads, sides, or on their own and somehow steal the whole show. They’ve got depth, texture, and enough flavor to make people ask what you did to them. No need to answer, just serve more.
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Smoked Garlic Parmesan Wings
No explanation needed when these hit the table, just silence and busy hands. Smoked Garlic Parmesan Wings are bold enough to ditch the dip and flavorful enough to make a mess worth cleaning up. They never last long, and that’s the best kind of problem to have. If there’s a better use for a smoker, nobody’s found it yet.
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Cinnamon Smoked Old Fashioned
There’s a reason people talk about this cocktail even after dinner’s over. The Cinnamon Smoked Old Fashioned comes off rich, deep, and just different enough to remember. It’s smooth, smells like it belongs by a fire, and somehow gets better with every sip. Add this to your evening lineup once, and it’ll never leave.
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Smoked Cream Cheese
This is the easiest way to make everyone think you suddenly got really good at appetizers. Smoked Cream Cheese comes out looking like you spent way more time than you did and tastes like the highlight of the night. You’ll watch people ignore the rest of the snacks to hover around this one. And yes, it’s perfectly fine to eat it with a spoon.
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Smoked Blackberry Margarita
There’s no rule that says your drink can’t get some smoke too. The Smoked Blackberry Margarita slides in with just enough flavor to make it the first thing people ask about. It’s bold without being heavy and works great on any kind of night, from laid-back to full party. Keep the pitcher close.
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Smoked Eye of Round
Lean cuts can be tricky, but this one knows exactly what it’s doing. Smoked Eye of Round turns out tender, smoky, and way more flavorful than it has any right to be. Great for sandwiches, meal prep, or just straight up off the cutting board. Nobody will miss the pricier cuts when this hits the plate.
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Smoked Beef Tenderloin
If you’re going for crowd-pleasing without overcomplicating dinner, this one checks all the boxes. Smoked Beef Tenderloin delivers a big punch of flavor and cooks up with that perfect edge-to-center consistency. It smells like you’ve got a full crew in the kitchen, but it’s just you and your smoker. The compliments will feel a little excessive, but you’ll take them.
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