Are you looking for some EPIC things to cook for the Super Bowl and game day on your Traeger? Choosing the perfect recipes for the Super Bowl can be pretty tricky!
This is especially true if you’ll be having a few friends around (who all like different things), but not to worry. Below are some delicious Traeger recipes to help make the game even more epic.
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Smoked Cuban Cigars
You have to try these smoky pork chops stuffed with cheese, pickles, and mustard, wrapped in crispy bacon, and glazed with BBQ sauce.
Recipe: Cuban Cigars Recipe
Game Day Meatballs
These meatballs are delicious. They are rolled in Doritos and then smoked, giving them an irresistible crunch and a juicy center.
Recipe: Game Day Crunchy Meatballs
Smoked Mac and Cheese
Mac and cheese is a favorite at our house on game day! Whip it up with your Traeger to give it an extra smoky flavor. We like it as it is a topping for our loaded nachos! Adding the white sharp cheddar cheese and bacon to makes it extra flavorful.
Recipe: Traeger Smoked Mac and Cheese with Bacon
Epic Smoked Burgers
This is another perfect meal for the Super Bowl! Your guests can eat these burgers while standing up or watching the game from the couch.
Don’t be surprised to find your guests asking for more.
Recipe: Smoked Hamburgers
Buffalo Chicken Dip
This buffalo chip dip is stuffed full of gooey cheese and smoked chicken, it’s easy to prepare and will be gone in 60 seconds.
Recipe: Smoked Buafflo Dip
Traeger Duck Poppers
Who can resist these poppers stuffed with duck and cheese wrapped in crispy bacon?
Recipe: Traeger Duck Poppers Recipe
Traeger Smoked Onions Bombs
These onions are stuffed with cheese and sausage and wrapped in bacon. What could be better?
Recipe: Smoked Onion Bombs
Super Smoky Pulled Pork
Pulled pork is perfect for game day! You can have it in tacos, buns, or as a nacho topping!
Recipe: Traeger Pulled Pork
Pumpkin Spice Pulled Pork
Want to serve something different for your game day buffet? This pulled pork recipe with a pumpkin spice twist will blow your mind. You can serve it on burgers, sliders, or nachos.
Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Pulled Pork
Pulled Pork Cakes
These crispy, juicy pulled pork cakes or croquettes are perfect for any main or part of a big spread of sides. Make sure you serve them with your favorite dipping sauce.
Recipe: Pulled Pork Cakes
Pulled Pork Flatbread
These flatbreads are the perfect way to use up leftover pulled pork. You can serve it as a main dish or as one of several side dishes.
Recipe: Traeger Pulled Pork Flatbread
Turkey Sliders
These turkey sliders are perfect for when you need to whip up something easy but satisfying for a crowd, they are easy to grab and go, which makes them the perfect game day snack food.
Recipe: Turkey Sliders
Sloppy Joes
When you want to impress your guest and ensure you fill their bellies, sloppy joes are the way to go.
Recipe: Smoked Sloppy Joes
Stuffed Pork Chops
These bites of deliciousness are everything you want in game-day food: super juicy and packed with cheese and pickles.
Recipe: Stuffed Pork Chops Bites
Bratchos
Nachos are the perfect side dish or snack. You can also have them as a main; it’s up to you. I used bratwurst as the protein on these nachos.
Recipe: Bratchos
Smoked Pork Belly Ends
Super juicy and tender pork bites with a caramelized outer are the perfect snack or side gameday.
Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly Ends Traeger
Pulled Pork Queso Dip
This super cheesy dip is the perfect side to serve on game day. Just make sure you have crudites to dip into it. We like to use toasted sourdough, carrots, red peppers, or crackers.
Recipe: Pulled Pork Queso Dip
Smoked Pork Belly Strips
Recipe: Pork Belly Strips
Smoked Beef Short Ribs
Want to impress your guests? Then you have to try these smoked beef short ribs!
Smoked Beef Brisket
Who doesn’t want a juicy, tender smoked brisket on game day?
Smoky Chicken Wing
You don’t necessarily have to be a pitmaster to make these. They’re so easy to prepare on your grill! Chicken wings are another great finger food guests can enjoy while their eyes are glued to the screen!
Recipe: Traeger 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 are easy finger foods to serve during the game and prepare beforehand.
Recipe: Traeger Smoked Shotgun Shells
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 game day, but it has to be one of the most straightforward recipes you’ll ever find.
Recipe: Traeger Garlic Bread Recipe.
Pulled Pork Tacos With Avocado Cream
Name a better game-day finger food than tacos. I bet you can’t!
Recipe: Pulled Pork Tacos
Smoked Pig Shots
I bet you have heard the hype about smoked pig shots, right? I can guarantee they are 100% worth all the hype—they are delicious!
Recipe: Smoked Pig Shots
Pork Shoulder Burnt Ends
Nothing is like the crispy, chewy, caramelized deliciousness of burnt ends! They are perfect for snacking on while you watch the game!
Recipe: Traeger Pork Shoulder Burnt Ends
Brisket Rolls
What could be better than brisket wrapped in pastry and baked? Nothing!! All you need is a good dipping sauce!
Recipe: Brisket Rolls
Smoked Pizza
Pizza is king, but have you tried smoking it? You’ll never go back to oven-baked pizza again!
Recipe: Traeger Pizza
Grilled Lamb Koftas
Similar to burgers but shaped like small logs, these Mediterranean goodies are the perfect finger food. Just make sure you have a good dipping sauce. You can also cook these on a Traeger, but we had our hibachi out and used it for this one.
Recipe: Grilled Lamb Koftas
Smoked Beef Kabobs
Who doesn’t love meat on a stick? It’s also the perfect finger food for watching the game!
Recipe: Smoked Beef Kabobs
Smoked Turkey Dip
If you love buffalo chicken, you’ll enjoy this smoked turkey dip, which is a bit spicy and super creamy! Serve with your favorite biscuits or vegetable sticks, such as bell peppers or celery sticks.
This dish only takes 20-30 minutes to make, so it’s perfect for using up leftover turkey.
Recipe: Smoked Turkey Dip Recipe
Smoked Tomahawk Steaks
Your guests will drool when they see the HUGE Tomahawks steak go in the smoker!
Recipe: Smoked Tomahawk
Smoked Beef Bao Buns
These super soft bao buns are packed with juicy pulled beef. Top them with mayo and green onions.
Recipe: Smoked Beef Bao Buns
Pulled Pork Nachos With All The Toppings
What could be better than nachos on game day? How about topping them with pulled pork?
Recipe: Pulled Pork Nachos
Smoked Salmon Burnt Ends
Love burnt ends? When you HAVE to try these delicious smoked salmon burnt ends! Perfect for snacking while watching the game!
Recipe: Smoked Salmon Ends
Smoked Brie Wrapped in Prosciutto
What could be better than gooey, oozy smoked brie wrapped in crispy prosciutto? Adding this to your charcuterie board will have your guests drooling.
Recipe: Smoked Brie
Country Style Rib Burnt Ends
Juicy, tender, and caramelized burnt ends are the perfect snack for watching the game!
Recipe: Country Style Burnt Ribs Ends
Smoked Cheezits
Everyone loves cheezits, so this smoked version of cheezits will blow them away!
Recipe: Smoked Cheezits
Smoked Chicken Breast
Smoked chicken breast never disappoints, and that’s a fact! Its is best to serve the chicken with some buns and toppings like lettuce, beetroot and aioli.
Whether you’re preparing it for the family or guests, it is the perfect meal before kick-off and during the game.
Recipe: Smoked Chicken Breast Recipe
Smoked Queso Dip Recipe
Who doesn’t love a cheesy dip? But imagine how much better it is if you smoke it! It’s straightforward to prepare this smoked Queso on your Traeger smoker. Anyone who loves cream cheese dip will love this.
Recipe: Smoked Rotal Dip
Smoked Jalapenos Poppers Wrapped in Bacon
This is the ideal finger food for game day. These smoked jalapeno poppers are loaded with cream cheese and wrapped with a slice of bacon.
Recipe: Smoked Jalapeno Poppers
Leftover Brisket Nachos
Who doesn’t love nachos and brisket? But imagine who EPIC they are together!
If you’re looking for the perfect appetizer to serve for the Super Bowl, this is it! It is perfect for putting out on the table for people to grab and go, plus you don’t need any cutlery or plates with it!
Recipe: Leftover Brisket Nachos
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Charlie
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!
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