Grilling season is here and it calls for a bold start, and these Traeger Chicago Dogs deliver just the punch. This recipe brings together smoky beef hot dogs and the unmistakable toppings of a classic Chicago-style dog. By slow-smoking the franks before finishing them over high heat, you get an unbeatable texture and flavor contrast. …
Traeger Recipes
The Best Traeger 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 pellet grill even more than you already do, and if you don’t have one you are really going to want one soon!
Easy Traeger Recipes
This collection is all of my Traeger recipes, in one convenient spot! If you would like to jump right into some of the greatest hits, my most-loved recipes are listed below.
- Traeger 3-2-1 Ribs
- Traeger Chicken Wings
- Traeger Pork Chops
- Traeger Pulled Pork
- Traeger Smoked Salmon
- Traeger Smoked Turkey
- Traeger Prime Rib
- Traeger Tri-Tip
- Traeger Beef Jerky
New to Pellet Grills?
Make sure to check out my ULTIMATE Starter Guide to Pellet Grilling!
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!
My collection of 25 Easy Traeger Recipes is the perfect crash-course in Traeger Grilling. It’ll teach you all of the essential skills you need to master your pellet grill and once you are done you’ll be able to make about anything on that grill.
This Traeger Miso Marinated Lingcod is a play on the famous Nobu dish, but made with freshly caught Pacific Northwest Lingcod. Slightly sweet, umami-rich flavor on a filet of tender white fish that’s perfect for grilling. The marinade is a classic Japanese-style blend of white miso, sake, mirin, and sugar, which deeply infuses the fish …
These easy Grilled Pork Chops are packed with bold flavor, thanks to a robust homemade Guinness Barbecue Sauce that brings just the right balance of smoky, sweet, and tangy. Served with cheesy mashed potatoes loaded with Kerrygold Dubliner, this meal is a hearty, satisfying choice for any backyard dinner or weekend cookout. The pork stays …
Fire up the grill because today I’m showing you how to make the easiest Grilled Al Pastor Tacos with Pork Tenderloin! This recipe requires minimal prep, no long marinade time, and we make our own homemade Al Pastor-inspired BBQ sauce to paint on those Al Pastor skewers. Homemade Pork Tenderloin Al Pastor I’m kind of …
My Traeger Marry Me Chicken Thighs is a smoky, creamy, recipe that brings together the best of comfort food and wood-fired flavors. This recipe uses seared, bone-in chicken thighs and smothers them in a rich, garlicky sauce built from sun-dried tomatoes, white wine, and cream. Traeger Marry Me Chicken Thighs I was a little late …
A Seattle Dog is a hot dog like no other, layered with grilled onions and a generous smear of cream cheese. This Traeger Seattle Dog is possibly my favorite way to eat a hot dog. It’s a backyard staple that gives you big flavor without much fuss. Perfect for game days, cookouts, or a quick …
This Korean Style Pot Roast is a smoked, braised, richly flavored dish that turns a simple chuck roast into tender, spicy-sweet meal. The combination of gochujang, miso, soy sauce, and dried chilies infuses bold, layered flavors through the entire roast, while a low, slow cook in a Dutch oven gives you melt-in-your-mouth tender pieces of …
Our easy recipe for Pellet Grill Slot Dogs are a fun and flavorful twist on a classic grilled hot dog. We use a special tool to score the surface for extra texture and crispy edges. Cooked on a pellet smoker, they take on a subtle smoky flavor that makes these my very favorite hot dog. …
These Traeger Pork Tenderloin Sliders are a delicious way to grill up your next pork tenderloin. Grilled in our pellet smoker, the tenderloin is basted with a flavorful sauce and sliced thin for juicy, gotta-have-seconds sandwiches. Combining fresh crunchy coleslaw, BBQ sauce, and crushed potato chips on top adds texture and big flavors to the …
Our Traeger Sloppy Joe Nachos take everything you love about the classic sandwich and turn it into a crispy, cheesy, and irresistible snack. Instead of traditional tortilla chips, this recipe uses kettle-cooked ruffled potato chips for a crunchy base that holds up to the rich, saucy sloppy joe mixture. Then we layer both with copious …
Our Traeger Grilled Hot Dogs are my favorite way to do quick summer cookouts! Their incredibly smoky flavor and the perfect slight char will quickly make this your favorite hot dog, too. Our method starts with a slow smoke at a low temperature, allowing the smoke flavor to develop, then finishes with a high-heat sear …
My easy recipe for a Smoked Whole Chicken creates a juicy, flavorful meal with a crisp, flavorful skin. Out method uses a low-and-slow approach to infuse all that rich, smoky flavor into the meat before finishing at a higher temperature for the perfect bite. No rubbery chicken skin here! Smoked Whole Chicken Recipe This smoked …
Our easy Smoked Shredded Rump Roast Tacos are packed with bold flavors, tender meat, and just the right amount of heat. Rump roast might not be the typical cut you’d think of for tacos, but it worked so well! The blend of Rotel, El Pato sauce, garlic, and jalapeños infuses the meat with layers of …
This easy Traeger Sheet Pan Salmon recipe is a simple, flavorful way to get a complete meal on the table with minimal cleanup. The combination of crispy baby potatoes and tender, flaky salmon makes a satisfying dish easy enough for a weeknight dinner but impressive enough for guests. Seasoned with our custom OWYD Fish Rub …
This easy Ham and Cheese Tortilla Quiche is a simple and delicious twist on a classic quiche, using flour tortillas instead of a traditional crust. It’s a great way to use leftover ham and works well for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner. With layers of eggs, cheese, and ham, it bakes up into a …