Are you looking for delicious ideas to serve with your mac and cheese?
There are smoky barbecue delights like pulled pork and smoked beef ribs to grilled favorites like chicken skewers and grilled ribeye steak; there is an easy match for whatever your occasion.
Whether you’re putting together a smorgasbord of apps and sides for a party or looking for a side for your brisket, all these recipes work with the super creamy richness of mac and cheese.
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Smoked Beef Brisket
Mac and cheese is a classic side for smoked brisket. You can only cook your mac and cheese on the smoker, it means you don’t have to get the oven going and you get that smoky flavor.
Recipe: Smoked Brisket
Smoked Beef Ribs
Mac and cheese and ribs are an absolute classic couple. Any BBQ restaurant you visit will be serving these two classics together.
Recipe: Smoked Beef Ribs
Grilled Jalapeno Poppers
Recipe: Grilled Jalapeno Poppers
Smoked Rack of Lamb
Recipe: Smoked Lamb Rack.
Mashed Potatoes With Bacon and Cheese
Recipe: Smoked mashed potatoes.
Pulled Pork
That deep cheesy richness complements juicy and hearty pulled pork, I would also include some greens.
Recipe: Pulled Pork on a Traeger
Pulled Pork Burgers
What better side for a pulled pork burger than mac and cheese?
Recipe: Pulled Pork Burgers
Smoked Pork Belly Strips
If you are looking for an easy way to please, serve up these super juicy, smoky, and caramelized pork belly strips with mac and cheese
Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly Strips
Pulled Pork Cakes
These are like arancini balls, but better they are stuffed with pulled pork and cream cheese!
Recipe: Pulled Pork Cakes
Leftover Pulled Pork Flatbread
Nothing beats this flatbread topped with pulled pork; go wild with the toppings you like.
Recipe: Pulled Pork Flatbreads
Bratchos
Imagine the delicious combination of bratwurst and nachos! You have to try this at your next 4th of July party.
Recipe: Bratchos
Smoked Hot Dogs
Easy Grilled Veggie Skewers
Smoked Meatball Sub
Recipe: Meatball Sub
Smoked Shotgun Shells
Recipe: Smoked shotgun shells
0-400 Chicken Wings
Recipe: 0-400 Chicken Wings
Stuffed and Smoked Chicken Breasts
Recipe: Smoked Stuffed Chicken Breast
Turkey Sliders
Recipe: Turkey Sliders
4 Ingredient Mississippi Roast
This tender slow cooker Mississippi Roast recipe requires only four ingredients to achieve perfection. It is perfect to serve up with creamy mac and cheese.
Garlic Butter Skillet Chicken
Get dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less with this delicious garlic butter skillet chicken. easy to make and family-friendly.
Sloppy Joes
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
Smoked Cuban Cigars
See the Cuban cigars recipe here.
Smoked Chicken Breast
Smoked Tomahawk Steaks
Smoked Beef Bao Buns
Smoked Pig Shots
Recipe: Smoked Pig Shots
Smoked Turkey with Crispy Golden Skin
Recipe for Pit Boss Smoked Turkey
Smoked Trout
Get the Recipe: Smoked trout
Smoked Brats
Recipe: Smoked Brats
Smoked Chicken Wings
Recipe: Smoked Chicken Wings
Salmon Burnt Ends
Recipe: Salmon Burnt Ends
Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Recipe: Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Smoked Pork Belly
Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly
Burgers
Recipe: Smoked Burgers
Smoked Turkey Breast
Recipe: Smoked Turkey Breast
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 Loin with Apple and Cinnamon
Recipe: Smoked Pork Loin
Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Recipe: Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends
Smoked Ribeye Steaks
Recipe: Smoked Ribeye Steaks
Smoked Chicken Legs
Recipe: Smoking Chicken Legs on a Pellet Grill
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 Teriyaki Chicken
See the smoked teriyaki chicken recipe here.
Smoked Grilled Cheese
Beer Can Chicken (Served As BBQ Chicken Sliders)
Recipe: Beer Can Chicken Recipe
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.
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
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
Hot n’ Fast Pulled Pork
Chicken Spiedini Recipe (Grilled Chicken Recipe)
Crispy chicken skewers are delicious served with creamy macaroni and cheese!
Baked BBQ Chicken
This Easy Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe is the perfect pairing for creamy mac and cheese. The chicken is moist and juicy inside with a deliciously charred and sticky exterior, offering a delightful contrast in textures and flavors.
Simple to prepare, this oven-baked barbecue chicken is ideal for enhancing any family meal, providing a smoky balance to the richness of mac and cheese.
Garlic Butter Pork Chop Recipe
This Juicy Garlic Butter Pork Chop Recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, is a superb match for creamy mac and cheese. The pork chops are seared to golden perfection, creating a deliciously crispy exterior while remaining tender and flavorful inside, thanks to the rich garlic butter.
This quick and tasty dish complements the creamy texture of mac and cheese, making for a satisfying and easy dinner that the whole family will enjoy.
Cheddar Chive Biscuits
Learn how to make THE BEST cheddar chive biscuits—crispy outside, tender inside, and loaded with cheesy goodness and fresh garden chives.
Simple Charred Broccoli Three Ways
This is a simple side dish that everyone loves. It goes perfect with creamy mac and cheese, balancing out the richness.
Rotisserie Chicken Breast Tenders
Rotisserie Chicken Breast Tenders are perfectly seasoned and baked to perfection for a quick and easy dinner!
Asian Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
Tender, crispy broccoli tossed with ginger, garlic, and a beautiful sauce glaze is an easy, light, and totally delicious recipe that takes just 25 minutes to prepare.
Smashed Potatoes in Air Fryer
Small potatoes are boiled, then gently smashed and drizzled with garlic oil before being air-fried until crispy. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer.
Quick Tomato and Turmeric Soup
Tomato and turmeric soup pairs well with creamy mac and cheese. It’s easy to make and has a health bonus, too!
Roasted Fall Vegetables
These colorful roasted fall vegetables are fast and easy to make, and there’s something for everyone.
Easy BBQ Chicken Breast In The Air Fryer
This BBQ chicken breast, made in the air fryer, is a a game-changer for weeknight dinners. The chicken is perfectly juicy, flavorful, and crispy and it’s super simple to make..
Salisbury Steak
Salisbury steak is a go-to comfort food dinner that is perfect for busy weeknights. It goes perfectly with mac and cheese. Add this to your weekly meal plan for a quick, no-fuss dinner.
Oven Baked Pork Ribs with Dry Rub
Add this to mac and cheese and you’ll have the heartiest and most delicious comforting dinner ever!
Baked Ham Steak with Honey Orange Glaze
Mac and cheese are the perfect addition to a sheet-pan-baked ham steak. This comforting meal is ready in 30 minutes.
Easy BBQ Pulled Pork Crock Pot Recipe
This easy BBQ pulled pork crock pot recipe makes the juiciest, flavor-packed BBQ pulled pork. It uses just a simple spice rub and slow-cooked pork. It makes a great set-and-forget party food or meal prep for the week!
Ground Beef Kebabs (Grill or Oven)
Dino Ribs
Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs
Grilled Ribeye Steak Recipe
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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Smoke On!
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!
You can read more about me on our About Us page.
Hungry For More?