Smoke show: Top 4th of July pellet smoker recipes for a feast

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This summer, we’re fanning the flames of flavor with the best pellet smoker recipes to elevate your Independence Day celebration. Our expertly curated list showcases the most delectable, smoky, and crowd-pleasing dishes that you can create with a pellet smoker. Fire up your pellet smoker and get ready for a culinary fireworks display that your guests won’t forget

Traeger 3-2-1 Ribs

Sliced ribs
Traeger 3-2-1 Ribs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Set the grill to 225F and rub your ribs with a simple rub in this crazy easy proven smoking recipe for 3-2-1 ribs!
Get the Recipe: Traeger 3-2-1 Ribs

Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Pile of smoked drumsticks.
Smoked Drumsticks. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Juicy, tender, and packed with flavor – learn how to make the ultimate smoked chicken drumsticks in just a few simple steps with tips!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Traeger Smoked Chicken Thighs

Chicken thighs brushed with bbq sauce.
Smoked Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

These tender, juicy, smoked chicken thighs are perfect! They are cooked in the pellet smoker flavor, basted with bbq sauce & seared for perfect crispy skin.
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Chicken Thighs

Smoked Pork Loin

A bacon wrapped smoked pork loin on the grill.
Smoked Pork Loin. Photo Credit: Girl Carnivore

This smoked pork loin recipe is a perfect way to get juicy tender pork every time with the added bonus of lots and lots of delicious bacon!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Pork Loin

Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Fatty Recipe

Sliced fatty to show mac and cheese filling.
Bacon Wrapped Fatty. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Let me introduce you to the Smoked Bacon Wrapped BBQ Fatty. Yep, You read that right. And here’s the one recipe you have to grill today.
Get the Recipe: Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Fatty Recipe

Smoked Beer Can Chicken

Beer can chicken on a grill.
Beer can chicken. Photo Credit: GirlCarnivore Kita

This easy beer can chicken recipe is juicy, tender, and smoked to perfection! It only takes about an hour and a half to cook the chicken and enjoy!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Beer Can Chicken

Smoked Whole Chicken

Overhead shot of smoked chicken on a serving platter.
Smoked Whole Chicken. Photo Credit: GirlCarnivore Kita

When it comes to flavor, it’s hard to be a smoked whole chicken. It’s juicy and tender and perfect for dinner or meal prep all week long.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Whole Chicken

Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Platter of cooked scallops.
Bacon Wrapped Scallops. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Dive into our best appetizer recipe for indulgent smoked bacon wrapped scallops with a creamy horseradish sauce.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Scallops

Easy Smoked Meatballs

Bowl of smoked meatballs.
Smoked Meatballs. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

These easy smoked meatballs are packed with smoky Italian flavors from your pellet smoker. Juicy, tender meatballs in under an hour!
Get the Recipe: Easy Smoked Meatballs

Smoked Chicken Wings

A perfect crispy smoked chicken wings recipe for low-smoked perfection for a crispy, crunchy exterior and savory smoky flavor.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Wings

Traeger Smoked Queso with Chorizo

Skillet filled with chorizo and queso.
Smoked Queso. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

The easiest Traeger smoked queso dip with chorizo recipe you can make! Toss everything in a skillet and pop it on the smoker for cheesy goondness!
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Queso with Chorizo

Smoked Cream Cheese with Smoked Salmon

Block of smoked cream cheese topped with salmon.
Smoked Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

This delicious smoked cream cheese will take your breakfast to the next level. Smoked on the Traeger & covered in everything bagel & smoked salmon!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Cream Cheese with Smoked Salmon

Smoked Chicken Quarters

Smoked chicken quarter being picked up.
Smoked quarters. Photo Credit: GirlCarnivore Kita

These easy smoked chicken quarters are rubbed with a simple spice blend, smoked until juicy and tender, then seared for crispy skin!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Chicken Quarters

Smoked Baked Beans

Tray of smoked baked beans.
Smoked Baked Beans. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Smoky, savory delight: Smoked Baked Beans! 🍲🔥 Elevate this classic side dish with rich smoky flavors, & pulled pork! Easy mouthwatering recipe!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Baked Beans