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Pellet Grill Recipes

Mouthwatering recipes perfected on pellet grills. Every recipe is tested, photographed, and written with clear step-by-step instructions.

Traeger Smoked Salmon: Perfectly Flaky, Buttery, and Full of Smoke
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Traeger Smoked Salmon: Perfectly Flaky, Buttery, and Full of Smoke

Make restaurant-quality smoked salmon on your Traeger pellet grill. A simple brown sugar brine and low-and-slow smoke at 225°F produces flaky, buttery results every time.

Prep: 15 minutes (plus 4 hours brining)Cook: 1 hour 30 minutes
Traeger Smoked Burgers: Juicy, Smoky Backyard Perfection
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Traeger Smoked Burgers: Juicy, Smoky Backyard Perfection

Make the best smoked burgers on your Traeger pellet grill. A reverse-sear method delivers deep smoke flavor with a perfectly caramelized crust every time.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 45 minutes
3-2-1 Ribs on Traeger: Foolproof Smoked Ribs Every Time
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3-2-1 Ribs on Traeger: Foolproof Smoked Ribs Every Time

Make perfect 3-2-1 ribs on your Traeger with this step-by-step recipe. Smoke, wrap, and glaze for fall-off-the-bone tender ribs in about 6 hours.

Prep: 20 minutesCook: 6 hours
Best Brisket Rub Recipe: Simple Texas-Style SPG and Beyond
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Best Brisket Rub Recipe: Simple Texas-Style SPG and Beyond

Make the best brisket rub with our Texas-style SPG recipe plus coffee, sweet heat, and competition variations. Simple ingredients, incredible bark every time.

Prep: 10 minutesCook: N/A
Dry Rub for Ribs: 3 Recipes from Sweet to Spicy
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Dry Rub for Ribs: 3 Recipes from Sweet to Spicy

Three homemade dry rub recipes for ribs: classic sweet, Memphis-style, and spicy habanero. Simple ingredients for incredible bark on your Traeger pellet grill.

Prep: 10 minutesCook: N/A
How Long to Smoke a Brisket: Complete Time & Temp Guide
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How Long to Smoke a Brisket: Complete Time & Temp Guide

Find out exactly how long to smoke a brisket at every temperature. Includes time-per-pound tables, stall timing, and tips for overnight brisket cooks.

Prep: 30 minutesCook: 12-18 hours
Pellet Grill Chicken Breast: Juicy, Flavorful, and Perfectly Cooked
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Pellet Grill Chicken Breast: Juicy, Flavorful, and Perfectly Cooked

Learn how to cook juicy pellet grill chicken breast at 375°F with a simple brine, rub, and foolproof technique. Never dry out chicken breast again.

Prep: 1 hour 15 minutesCook: 30 minutes
Pork Belly Burnt Ends: Smoked BBQ Candy on the Traeger
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Pork Belly Burnt Ends: Smoked BBQ Candy on the Traeger

Make irresistible pork belly burnt ends on your Traeger. Smoked, cubed, and glazed with a butter-honey-BBQ sauce for sticky, melt-in-your-mouth BBQ candy.

Prep: 20 minutesCook: 4-5 hours
Smoked Chuck Roast Recipe: Poor Man's Brisket on the Traeger
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Smoked Chuck Roast Recipe: Poor Man's Brisket on the Traeger

Smoke a chuck roast on your Traeger for brisket-like results in half the time. Seasoned with SPG, wrapped at 165°F, and pulled at 205°F. Ready in 6-8 hours.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 6-8 hours
Smoked Pulled Pork on Traeger: Easy Pork Butt Recipe
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Smoked Pulled Pork on Traeger: Easy Pork Butt Recipe

Make melt-in-your-mouth smoked pulled pork on your Traeger pellet grill. Low and slow at 225°F for 10-12 hours with a simple rub and easy pull technique.

Prep: 20 minutesCook: 10-12 hours
Smoked Tri-Tip on Traeger: Reverse Sear to Perfection
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Smoked Tri-Tip on Traeger: Reverse Sear to Perfection

Smoke and reverse sear tri-tip on your Traeger for a perfectly pink center with a crusty, charred exterior. Ready in under 3 hours with incredible flavor.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 2-3 hours
Traeger Breakfast Recipes: 8 Easy Ideas to Start Your Morning Smoky
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Traeger Breakfast Recipes: 8 Easy Ideas to Start Your Morning Smoky

The best Traeger breakfast recipes from smoked bacon and breakfast casserole to cinnamon rolls and hash browns. Easy pellet grill breakfast ideas with temps and times.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 1 hour
Traeger Brisket Recipe: The Ultimate Guide to Smoked Brisket
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Traeger Brisket Recipe: The Ultimate Guide to Smoked Brisket

Master Traeger smoked brisket with this complete guide. Low and slow at 225°F, wrapped at 165°F, pulled at 203°F for tender, juicy results every time.

Prep: 45 minutesCook: 12-14 hours
Traeger Corn on the Cob: 3 Easy Methods for Perfect Smoked Corn
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Traeger Corn on the Cob: 3 Easy Methods for Perfect Smoked Corn

Cook the best Traeger corn on the cob using 3 methods: in husk, without husk, and foil-wrapped. 350-375°F for 25-30 minutes of smoky perfection.

Prep: 10 minutesCook: 30 minutes
Traeger Jalapeno Poppers: Bacon-Wrapped and Smoked to Perfection
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Traeger Jalapeno Poppers: Bacon-Wrapped and Smoked to Perfection

Make the best Traeger jalapeno poppers stuffed with cream cheese, cheddar, and wrapped in bacon. Smoked at 225°F for incredible flavor.

Prep: 20 minutesCook: 1 hour 15 minutes
Traeger Pizza Recipe: Wood-Fired Flavor on Your Pellet Grill
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Traeger Pizza Recipe: Wood-Fired Flavor on Your Pellet Grill

Make incredible Traeger pizza with crispy crust and smoky flavor. Homemade dough, scratch sauce, and step-by-step pellet grill instructions at 450-500°F.

Prep: 1 hour 30 minutesCook: 10 minutes
Traeger Pork Belly Burnt Ends: Tender, Smoky, and Irresistible
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Traeger Pork Belly Burnt Ends: Tender, Smoky, and Irresistible

Make perfect Traeger pork belly burnt ends with this step-by-step recipe. Smoked at 225°F then 275°F with a sweet and savory glaze. Melt-in-your-mouth results.

Prep: 20 minutesCook: 4 hours 30 minutes
Traeger Smoked Chicken Thighs: Juicy, Crispy-Skinned Perfection
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Traeger Smoked Chicken Thighs: Juicy, Crispy-Skinned Perfection

Learn how to make the best Traeger smoked chicken thighs with crispy skin. Low and slow at 225°F then crisped at 375°F for the ultimate flavor.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 2 hours
Traeger Smoked Chicken Wings: Crispy, Smoky, Irresistible
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Traeger Smoked Chicken Wings: Crispy, Smoky, Irresistible

Make crispy smoked chicken wings on your Traeger pellet grill. The baking powder trick plus a two-stage cook gives you perfectly crispy skin every time.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 1 hour 30 minutes
Traeger Smoked Deviled Eggs: An Elevated Classic Appetizer
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Traeger Smoked Deviled Eggs: An Elevated Classic Appetizer

Make Traeger smoked deviled eggs with a kiss of wood smoke. Smoke hard-boiled eggs at 180°F then fill with a creamy, tangy filling everyone loves.

Prep: 30 minutesCook: 45 minutes
Traeger Smoked Mac and Cheese: Extra Creamy 3-Cheese Recipe
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Traeger Smoked Mac and Cheese: Extra Creamy 3-Cheese Recipe

This Traeger smoked mac and cheese recipe uses sharp cheddar, gouda, and cream cheese for ultra-creamy results. Smoked at 225°F then baked at 350°F until bubbly.

Prep: 20 minutesCook: 1 hour 25 minutes
Smoked Queso on a Traeger: The Ultimate Cheesy, Smoky Dip
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Smoked Queso on a Traeger: The Ultimate Cheesy, Smoky Dip

Make the best smoked queso on a Traeger with Velveeta, Rotel, ground beef, and cream cheese. Smoked at 225°F for a rich, crowd-pleasing dip.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 1 hour 15 minutes