4th of July Smoker and Grill Recipes (89 Delicious and Easy Recipes)

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The 4th of July should be a time to sit back with friends and family and indulge in some delicious food. You don’t want to spend the whole day in the kitchen or pour over recipe books to get ideas.

So, I have put together all our favorite sides, appetizers, mains, and desserts for a 4th of July cookout. There’s something here for everyone to enjoy regardless of their preferences.

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Meat and Entrees

Appetizers

Sides

Desserts

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Meat and Entrees

Smoked Beef Brisket

There is nothing like smoked beef brisket; everyone loves it, and it feeds a big crowd! However, they can be tricky to master, so follow my recipe!

Recipe: Smoked Brisket

Pulled Pork

Who can resist juicy pulled pork? It’s perfect for a cookout. All you need are some burger buns or taco shells, and you’re good to go!

Recipe: Pulled Pork on a Traeger

Pulled Pork Burgers

You have to try my pulled pork burger. I always make a double batch because they are the first to run out.

Recipe: Pulled Pork Burgers

Smoked Pork Belly Strips

Have you tried smoked pork belly strips? They’re just meat candy and a perfect app for the Fourth of July!

Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly Strips

Pulled Pork Fritters

These are like arancini balls, but better they are stuffed with pulled pork and cream cheese!

Recipe: Pulled Pork Cakes

Pulled Pork Pizza

Nothing beats this pizza topped with pulled pork; go wild with the toppings you like.

Recipe: Pulled Pork Pizza

Bratchos

Imagine the delicious combination of bratwurst and nachos! You have to try this at your next 4th of July party.

Recipe: Bratchos

Smoked Pork Belly Ends

These juicy caramelized pork belly bites will be a hit at your party.

Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly Ends Traeger

Pulled Pork Queso Dip

What could be better than a cheesy pulled pork dip?

Recipe: Pulled Pork Queso Dip

Smoked Hot Dogs

These Smoked Hot Dogs are juicy, lightly charred, and have the best smoky flavor. They require minimal prep, are great for 4th of July BBQs, and can be topped however you like.

Recipe: Smoked Hot Dogs

Turkey and Cheese Sliders

Turkey and Cheese Sliders

Pulled Pork Sliders

Pulled Pork Sliders

my shredded pork butt to make pulled pork in a burger

Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

Grilled Pork Chops

Grilled Pork Chops

Grilled Whole Chicken

Prepare to fire up the grill for these vibrant veggie skewers, a colorful and healthy addition to any barbecue or outdoor meal. Packed with a variety of fresh vegetables, these skewers are not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes.

Grilled Whole Chicken

Smoked Pork Belly

Nothing satisfies adults and kids as much as pork belly. I like to smoke it, then slice it and serve it in bao buns with hoisin and cucumber…drool

Smoked Pork Belly

Grilled Bratwurst

Grilled Bratwurst

Burgers

There is nothing like a classic burger. Everyone loves burgers, but smoking them adds a new flavor!

Recipe: Burgers

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Smoked Rack of Lamb

Rack of lamb ALWAYS impresses at a big cookout! But if you want to make it even better, try it smoked! Your guests will be begging for the recipe!

Recipe: Smoked lamb rack recipe.

Pork Shoulder Burnt Ends

These pork shoulder burnt ends are a perfect little bite of BBQ deliciousness. They’re flavorful and slow-smoked to give them a great exterior bark. You gotta try these at your 4th July party.

Recipe: Pork Shoulder Burnt Ends

Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Now, this in two recipes in one! First, smoke your pork belly using this Smoked Pork Belly Recipe, then with the leftovers, make smoked pork belly burnt ends!

Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Smoked Ribeye Steaks

Why not spoil your guests and throw some ribeye steaks on the grill?

Recipe: Smoked Ribeye Steaks

Smoked Baby Back Ribs

Who doesn’t want to munch on juicy baby back ribs and sip on an ice-cold beer?

Recipe: Smoked Baby Back Ribs

Smoked Brats

Indulge in the irresistible, smoky goodness of our smoked brats. Bursting with juicy flavors, these sausages are a must-have at any cookout (especially on the 4th of July).

Make sure you pick up some fresh buns and lay out some toppings like tangy mustard and sauerkraut.

Recipe: Smoked Brats

Beef Ribs

If you want something simple, these smoked beef ribs are perfect. This recipe requires minimal ingredients and effort and is packed full of flavor.

Recipe: Beef Ribs

Appetizers

Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

Dorito Meatballs

Dorito Meatballs

Smoked Queso

Smoke Queso

Smashed Meatball Sliders

Smashed Meatball Sliders

Onion Bombs

Onion Bombs

Smoked Queso

Smoke Queso

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip

0-400 Chicken Wings

Want a simple yet super-tasty recipe for chicken wings? The 0-400 method is your best bet! You don’t even need to preheat your grill or smoker.

Recipe: 0-400 Chicken Wings

Smoked Meatballs

Meatballs are perfect for a 4th of July cookout! I like to serve these with rolls and make meatball subs.

Recipe: Smoked Meatballs

Smoked Chicken Wings

This smoked chicken wing recipe is a crowd-pleaser and ideal for a 4th of July cookout because who doesn’t love wings?

Recipe: Smoked Chicken Wings

Smoked Shotgun Shells

What could be better than cheesy ground beef stuffed into pasta tubes, wrapped in bacon, and smoked? Nothing I say!

These shotgun shells are 100% worth the hype! You have to try them! Plus, they easy to prepare ahead of time, that way you can throw them on the grill when guests are hungry.

Recipe: Smoked shotgun shells

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Smoked Duck Jalapeno Poppers

Everything is better wrapped in bacon! If you have any tried the regular jalapeno poppers, you’re in for a surprise! Stuffed with duck and cheese, these delicious morsels will be gone in (60) seconds.

Recipe: Duck Jalapeno Poppers

Smoked Pig Shots

These delicious bacon cups filled with cheese are the perfect app. Make sure you double your batch!

They will be gone before you know it.

Recipe: Smoked Pig Shots

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Salmon Burnt Ends

Looking for another simple yet delicious appetizer? You gotta try my salmon burnt ends. With their juicy interiors and caramelized outer, you might mistake them for meat candy!

Recipe: Salmon Burnt Ends

Grilled Chicken Kabobs

Chicken kabobs are a classic that will satisfy everyone at your cookout. I always double this recipe, as it never seems to be enough.

Recipe: Grilled Chicken Kabobs

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Sides

Sweet Potato

Recipe: Sweet Potato

Grilled Broccoli

Recipe: Grilled Broccoli

Grilled Cornbread

Recipe: Grilled Cornbread

Mashed Potatoes With Bacon and Cheese

What could be better than mashed potatoes? Only one thing! Topping them with cheese and bacon! Your guests will be drooling over this side!

Recipe: Smoked mashed potatoes.

Smoked Garlic Bread

Who doesn’t love garlic bread? But imagine how much better it is when smoked!

Not only do people go wild when I serve this on the 4th of July, but it has to be one of the most straightforward recipes you’ll ever find.

Recipe: Smoked garlic bread

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Smoked Mac and Cheese

Looking for a delicious side dish? Mac and cheese is perfect! Kids love it as much as adults! Plus, it’s super simple to put together—just throw it in the smoker!

Recipe: Smoked Mac and Cheese

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Smoked Mac and Cheese with Bacon

When you thought mac and cheese couldn’t get any better, someone added bacon. This side dish will go fast!

Recipe: Smoked Mac and Cheese With Bacon

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Prosciutto Wrapped Smoked Brie

You know how good, cozy, and gooey cheese is, but imagine wrapping it in prosciutto!

Recipe: Prosciutto Wrapped Smoked Brie

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Desserts

Smoked Brownies with Caramel and Bacon Salt

This a dessert to impress, especially if you make the bacon salt. This is perfect for the 4th of July because you can prep the batter beforehand and throw it on the grill with the mains.

Recipe: Smoked Brownies

Smoked Cheesecake

Recipe: Smoked Cheesecake


Easy Berry Slab Pie: The Perfect Summer Dessert

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Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad

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Red, White, & Blue Cheesecake Salad – Easy, Fast, 6 Ingredients!

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Smoked Jalapeño Popper Dip (Smoked Two Ways)

 This jalapeno pepper dip can be smoked in two ways (on the grill or smoker). It’s everything you love about classic jalapeno poppers but in a convenient dip form. This dip is perfect for holiday BBQs, potlucks or parties.

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Smoked Pork Spare Ribs

St. Louis-style pork spare ribs are an easy recipe that can be made on your smoker or grill. Perfect for beginner’s and bbq enthusiasts alike.

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Smoked Pork Chops

This recipe is simple and takes only 90 minutes to cook.For the wood chips, we recommend using apple or maple.

Recipe: Smoked Pork Chops

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Galbi Korean BBQ Short Ribs

Delicious Korean ribs with a marinade that will have people talking. With pear, ginger, brown sugar in the marinade plus more these ribs are worth trying for your cookout 

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Hot n’ Fast Pulled Pork

Do you love pulled pork, but don’t have all day to smoke it? The hot and fast pulled pork method will shave hours off your cook time and give you that same taste you already love!

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Ground Beef Kebabs (Grill or Oven)

These Ground Beef Kebabs are a super easy, affordable and DELICIOUS addition to your 4th of July bbq! They’re a huge hit every time!

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Dino Ribs

Beefy smoked dinosaur ribs are tender and succulent. These are perfect for meat lovers and feature a delicious, smoky bbq flavor.

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Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs

Get your grill on for 4th of July with Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs! Made with a homemade pineapple teriyaki sauce and grilled pineapple.

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Smoked Baked Beans with Bacon and Brown Sugar

These Smoked Bacon Brown Sugar Baked Beans are slow cooked on the smoker and full of delicious flavor. They’re the perfect side dish for July 4th celebrations and cookouts! 

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Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe

This is a delicious ribeye recipe! It’s flavorful and super easy so it’s perfect for your 4th of July picnic or cookout.

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Caprese Salad with Blueberries

Adding blueberries to the classic caprese salad makes a red, white, and blue side dish perfect for the 4th of July.
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Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad Recipe

Bacon ranch pasta salad is one of the easiest and most delicious cold pasta recipes! Skip the boxed mixes and make this copycat version from scratch instead.
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Loaded Potato Salad Recipe

This hearty potato salad recipe is sure to be a hit at any gathering, bursting with crunchy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and vibrant green onions.
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Baked Beans From Scratch

Classic Homemade Baked Beans from scratch in a deliciously smokey and sweet base is a delicious barbecue side dish recipe.
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Easy Pasta Salad

Delicious, easy-to-make pasta salad that’s perfect with summer BBQs.
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Tomato Cucumber Salad

Heirloom Tomato & Cucumber Summer Salad is an easy summer side dish bursting with tomatoes and cucumbers lightly coated in a homemade tangy red wine vinaigrette.
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Caprese Pasta Salad

Made with just four ingredients, Caprese Pasta Salad combines the flavors of a Caprese salad in a pasta side dish that’s sure to please.
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Pulled Pork Deviled Eggs

Pulled Pork Deviled Eggs are such a great twist on classic deviled eggs! They will make a great appetizer or game-day food!
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BBQ Brie

Simple Summer Brie is the perfect appetizer or side dish for your BBQs. No need to cook anything in the kitchen when you can make this simple recipe right on your grill!
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Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad

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Bacon-Wrapped Sonoran Hot Dog Recipe

This bacon-wrapped Sonoran hot dog recipe is a taste of the Southwest! The homemade sauce recipe adds loads of flavor that everyone will love.
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Bacon-Wrapped Sweet Corn

This easy recipe for bacon-wrapped corn on the cob features fresh corn wrapped in savory bacon and finished on the grill. It’s the perfect side dish for your July 4th BBQ, party, or cookout.
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Easy Instant Pot Potato Salad Recipe With Bacon

This Instant Pot Potato Salad with Bacon is a crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for summer barbecues and picnics. This potato salad will be the star of any outdoor gathering, made with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, and a creamy dressing.
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The BEST Broccoli Salad

This lightened-up version of classic broccoli salad is so flavorful and the perfect side dish at any BBQ!
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Macaroni Ham Salad

This Macaroni Ham Salad is loaded with ham, macaroni pasta, bell peppers, carrots, celery, and cheddar cheese, tossed in a creamy, tangy homemade dressing. It’s the perfect side for a cookout or BBQ!
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Panzanella Toscana with Fresh Mozzarella Caprese

This Tuscan-inspired Panzanella Toscana with Fresh Mozzarella is a bread and vegetable salad with a strong nod to the southern Italian island of Capri–with fresh mozzarella, extra tomatoes, and extra basil. It’s extra delicious! And it just screams “summer!” The creamy mozzarella is utterly harmonious paired with the oil-kissed, toasted bread and macerated tomatoes.
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Summer Watermelon Salad with Feta

This Watermelon Salad with Feta and Basil is incredibly delicious and so easy to prepare. The salty, savory ingredients counter the sweetness of the fruit—it’s full of fresh flavor!
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Bacon-Wrapped Grilled Sweet Potato Fries

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Old Fashioned Cornbread Salad

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Watermelon Feta Salad

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Chunky Zucchini Pesto Bruschetta with Lemon (No Cook)

Zucchini Pesto Bruschetta tops grilled bread with fresh raw zucchini, basil, nuts, pecorino, garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and lots of lemons!
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Smoke On!

Charlie

Author: Charlie Reeves
Hi, I’m Charlie, I have been meat-smoking and grilling for the past 15 years. I have an array of different smokers, thermometers, and have a love for finding the right wood and charcoal combo My favourite recipes are my EXTRA CRISPY smoked pork belly, juicy pulled pork, smoked brisket, duck poppers, and ANY SEAFOOD I grill).

I loves sharing his tips with beginners, helping them navigate the world of smoking. I find it’s not just about cooking; it’s a quest for that perfect smoky flavor.

You will usually find me playing with the kids, perfecting my brisket bark, or sipping beers with boys around the fire. Can’t wait to share all my delicious smoking and grilling recipes with you!

You can read more about me on our About Us page.

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4 thoughts on “4th of July Smoker and Grill Recipes (89 Delicious and Easy Recipes)”

  1. My husband is such a rib fan so I knew I had to give the Dino ribs recipe a try! So flavorful and extremely clear instructions in the recipe! Thank you for this great list!

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