Church potlucks are about sharing delicious food and good company, but let’s be honest – nobody wants to spend all day slaving over a complicated recipe. That’s where the magic of the smoker comes in! With a little prep and the right ingredients, your smoker will do most of the work, leaving you with flavorful, crowd-pleasing dishes.
Consider store-bought sauces and rubs your secret weapons for amazing smoked flavor with minimal effort. Forgiving cuts of meat, like pork shoulder or brisket, ensure your dishes come out perfectly even if your smoker temperature fluctuates slightly.
Ready to impress your church family without the stress? This roundup of easy smoked recipes is your answer!
1. Smoked Chili
This hearty smoked chili is packed with flavor! The smoker adds a delicious depth that takes regular chili to the next level.
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2. Smoked Pork Butt
Impress your potluck guests with melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork! The smoker infuses it with incredible flavor and makes it incredibly tender.
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3. Smoked Baked Potatoes
Take your baked potatoes from basic to extraordinary! The smoker gives them a fluffy interior, crisp skin, and a delicious hint of smoky flavor.
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4. Smoked Sausage
Upgrade your usual sausage with a smoky twist! Whether you make your own or start with store-bought, the smoker adds a delicious dimension.
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5. Smoked Cauliflower on the Big Green Egg
Even veggies get an epic upgrade with the smoker! This recipe transforms cauliflower into a smoky, flavorful side dish.
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6. Smoked Brisket
Brisket is a BBQ classic, and for good reason! Smoking makes this cut incredibly tender with an irresistible smoky flavor.
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7. Smoked Mac and Cheese
The smoker gives this crowd-pleaser incredible depth and deliciousness. Even better, it only needs one hour uncovered in the smoker during which you can focus on other tasks or just relax!
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8. Smoked Beer Can Chicken
Enjoy moist and flavorful chicken with this crowd-pleasing recipe! The smoker makes it easy to achieve perfectly cooked chicken with a hint of smoke and the beer inside the can will gently baste the inside of the bird keeping the meat moist.
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9. Smoked Corn on the Cob
Summertime potluck perfection! The smoker infuses corn with a subtle sweetness and a delicious smoky flavor. Serve the corn on the cob or use it for salads, salsas, dips and other potluck-friendly dishes.
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10. Smoked Country-Style Ribs
Get ready for the tender and meaty country-style ribs! The smoker adds depth to this delicious meat, and the country-style ribs’ hearty nature makes them perfect for serving at large gatherings.
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11. Smoked Fingerling Potatoes
These flavorful potatoes are the perfect side dish! The smoker gives them a delicious smoky char and a perfectly tender texture.
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12. Smoked Meatloaf
Take your classic meatloaf recipe up a notch! The smoker gives it a unique twist and creates a flavorful, juicy dish everyone will crave.
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13. Smoked Asparagus Bundles
Elevate your veggie sides with these flavorful asparagus bundles! A touch of smoke transforms this simple vegetable into a delicious treat while keeping the calories down.
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14. Smoked Chicken Wings Recipe (Dizzy Dust)
Spice up your potluck with these smoky, flavorful chicken wings! Baste with BBQ sauce during the last minutes of cooking to achieve delicious, sticky perfection!
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15. Smoked Queso
This popular cheesy dip gets an irresistible upgrade on the smoker! Prepare for melty, gooey, smoky deliciousness that makes a great team with potatoes, chips, pretzels, and just about any grilled or smoked veggie.
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16. Smoked Beef Chuck Short Ribs
These melt-in-your-mouth ribs are sure to be a hit at your potluck! After an overnight dry brine, the smoker transforms them into a tender, flavorful feast.
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17. Smoked Cream Cheese
Smoked cream cheese is a delightful spread but it can also be used as an ingredient in a myriad of recipes. This one is hard to pass up whichever way you plan to serve it.
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18. More Smoked Recipes from Kitchen Laughter
Bonus recipe that is virtually hands off is the Double Smoked Ham. Simple glaze is all this takes and a little bit of time on the smoker. Don’t wait for the holidays to make this one.
Smoked Turkey Breast‘s explosive flavor will have you putting this at the top of your list for entertaining at bbq’s and cookouts.
Ginny Collins is a passionate foodie and recipe creator of Savor and Savvy and Kitchenlaughter. Indoors she focuses on easy, quick recipes for busy families and kitchen basics. Outdoors, she focuses on backyard grilling and smoking to bring family and friends together. She is a lifelong learner who is always taking cooking classes on her travels overseas and stateside. Her work has been featured on MSN, Parade, Fox News, Yahoo, Cosmopolitan, Elle, and many local news outlets. She lives in Florida where you will find her outside on the water in her kayak, riding her bike on trails, and planning her next overseas adventure.
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