7 Tasty Pellet Grill Recipes to Make This Festive Season

Thinking of snapping up a pellet grill but no sure what to do with it? Here are 7 tasty pellet grill recipes you can make this festive season.

All pellet grille aficionados unite! Pellet grills are perfect for the festive season as they cook the meat evenly and give it a rich, smokey flavor. The trouble is, what should you cook on your pellet grille? 

From spicy shrimps to juicy burgers, here are seven pellet grill recipes to try out this weekend. 

1. Spicy Shrimp Skewers

Spicy shrimp is a fun twist and a much-loved recipe for this festive season.

You’ll need

• 2 pounds of peeled shrimps
• 6 ounces Thai chilies
• 6 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoon winemakers blend Napa Valley rub
• 1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 set of skewers

Directions

1. Place ingredients inside a blender except for the shrimp. Blend to a paste.
   
   2. Add your shrimp to a bowl and mix it with the chili garlic mixture. Next, place the shrimp in the fridge to marinate for 30 minutes.
   
   3. Remove from the fridge and slide the shrimps onto the skewers.
   
   4. Set your pellet grille to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Preheat for 15 minutes.
   
   5. Place the shrimp on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they are pink and firm. Enjoy!

2. Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Looking for a little heat? Pellet grills are great for cooking up your fiery favorites this season.

You’ll Need

• 12 jalapenos approximately 
• 18 ounces of pimento cheese
• 12 slices of bacon
• All-purpose dry-rub
• 12 toothpicks 
• Rubber gloves (optional)

Directions

1. Chop off the top of the jalapenos. Next, find the widest part of the jalapenos and cut lengthwise.
2. Remove the seeds. Add your pimento cheese and spread it into the hollowed-out jalapeno. Then, sprinkle with the dry-rub.
3. Grab a piece of bacon and wrap it around the jalapeno. Start rolling at the wide end until the bacon reaches the bottom of the opposite end. Use a toothpick to secure the bacon.
4. Preheat your pellet grill to 275 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 45 minutes. Check halfway through, but do not flip them.
5. Remove your jalapeno poppers and dive in!  

3. BBQ Brisket Burnt Ends

This is one of the tastiest pellet grill meals to try as an appetizer for this festive season.

You’ll Need

• One brisket point
• 1 pot of mustard-based BBQ sauce
• Dry steak rub 

Directions

1. Turn your grill to “smoke” mode and set it to 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Place your brisket on the grates and cook until the internal temperature reaches 190 degrees Fahrenheit. 
2. Cut the brisket into 1-inch cubes, place in a roasting pan and mix with seasoning.
3. Place on the grill for another 2 hours and stir half-way through.

4. Grilled Honey Chipotle Chicken Wings

Every pellet grill cooking guide has recipes so you can make these delicious, smokey chicken wings.

You’ll Need

• 2 chopped chipotles
• 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar
• 2 1/2 pounds of trimmed chicken wings 
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1/2 cup of ketchup
• 1/4 cup adobo sauce 
• 2 tablespoons sweet rib rub
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Directions 

1. Set your grill to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 
   
   2. Whisk together everything in a bowl except for the wings. 
   
   3. Add the wings to the mixture and place the bowl in the refrigerator. After 12 hours, remove them from the marinade and place them onto a wing rack.
   
   4. Insert a temperature probe into the thickest part of one wing. Only remove when the wings have an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
   
   5. Remove and serve.

5. Thai Beef Skewers

This is another excellent recipe to add to your pellet grill cooking guide.

You’ll Need

• 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 squeezed lime
• 2 finely minced cloves of garlic
• 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, peeled and minced
• 1 tablespoon of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of grounded black pepper
• 1/2 beef sirloin, cut into 1 1/4-inch dice
• 1/2 red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
• 1/2 cup of dry-roasted peanuts, chopped
• 1 skewer set

Directions

1. Whisk everything together except for the meat. Transfer the sirloin into a bowl and pour the marinade over the meat. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours. 
   
   2. Drain the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Slide the meat onto skewers.
   
   3. Set the temperature to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and preheat for 15 minutes. 
   
   4. Grill for 2 to 4 minutes per side. Sprinkle with the diced red pepper and chopped peanuts. Happy eating!

6. Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

This is one of the must-have recipes for your pellet grill and a creative option for this festive season.

You’ll Need

• 1 package of soft cream cheese
• 1-ounce package imitation crab, chopped
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons of lemon zest
• 3/4 cup of panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup of shredded parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons of parsley
• 1 tablespoon of steak rub
• 12 porcini mushroom caps 

Directions

1. Combine cream cheese, imitation crab, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese, lemon zest and juice, parsley and steak seasoning. Mix until combined.
   
   2. Fill a large tablespoon with stuffing and pack the mushrooms. Once stuffed, top with the remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese. 
   
   3. Pre-heat your grill to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and place the mushrooms onto the grill. Wait until the cheese is bubbly and golden and serve.

7. BBQ Chili Burger

No festive season is complete without a burger especially a classic like this recipe. Not sure how to find your dream grill? Check pellet grill reviews. 

You’ll Need

For the Beef Chili

• 2.5 pounds of ground beef
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 can chipotles in adobo sauce
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1 to 1/2 tablespoon cumin powder
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 1 jalapeno pepper
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 2 cups of chicken stock
• 1/8 cup flour
• 1/2 tablespoon dark chili powder
• 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon

For the Burgers

• 1 squeezed lime 
• 2 cups of beef chili
• 5 hamburger buns (or more depending on guests)
• 5 slices of cheddar cheese
• 1 red onion

Directions

1. For the beef chili, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through. Add all chili ingredients except for limes to a Dutch Oven.
   
   2. Set the temperature of your grill to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and preheat for 15 minutes.
   
   3. Put the Dutch into the grill for 2 hours and stir every hour. Remove the Dutch oven from the grill.
   
   4. Stir the lime juice into the chili and set aside.
   
   5. To cook the burgers, set the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and preheat. Form into patties and season with the steak rub. Place patties on the grill grate and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, flipping once. 
   
   6. Top each burger with cheese and cook for 1 minute so it melts. Leave to cool and build your burger. Enjoy! 

Which Pellet Grill Recipes Will You Choose?

There are many pellet grill recipes fit for the festive season. Whether you want seafood to cooking a smokey burger, there is something for everyone. These recipes are easy-to-follow and guaranteed to get your guests’ mouths watering. 

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