Appetizers

An easy snack to make and take with you wherever you end up: Camping, The Beach, or A Tailgate. And what's better than peppers, smoked sausage, and cheese wrapped in bacon?...

Ditch the chips and reach for crunchy, salty pork rinds instead! This pork-on-pork recipe features delicious pork rinds, crispy bacon, and an ooey gooey nacho cheese sauce that takes it to another lev...

These grilled jalapeno poppers with Applewood bacon are a great way to spice up your usual game day menu. It's the perfect appetizer to serve before baby back ribs, as the bacon flavor primes the tast...

This bacon-wrapped Texas Classic is sure to be a hit at your next tailgate or backyard BBQ. Serve as an appetizer, or as a main, and have your friends and family coming back for more. For this recipe...

Here's a simple side you can grill up alongside your favorite protein for a quick weeknight dinner. This bacon wrapped asparagus is also keto friendly and can make a tasty game day snack or appetizer ...

Here's a game day appetizer with a kick and we're not talking about field goals. No, these Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos deliver a creamy, crunchy, spicy and flavorful punch with every bite. Stuffe...

Jalapeno poppers, step aside. These bacon-wrapped pickles are sure to be a hit at your next party. Low-carb and keto-friendly, dill pickle spears are halved and stuffed with ground bratwurst and a smo...

This BBQ Brisket Queso recipe is the perfect appetizer for parties, watching sports, or potlucks. Use leftover brisket or make some the day before. This easy and cheesy dish has just the right amount ...

This Beef Chorizo Smoked Queso Dip is the perfect appetizer to fuel your next game day celebration! As easy as it is cheesy, this dip by Pit Boss Ambassador @ninjacue is delicious as an appetizer, pre...

Are you wondering how to make THE BEST nachos? Well, you should grill them on a Pit Boss of course. These grilled nachos use cooked ground beef and restaurant style toppings, but you're free to use wh...

These Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels have all the flavor of your favorite wings in a bite-size appetizer! Shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, and 3 types of cheese are wrapped up into a tortilla for a ta...

Candied Bacon with a Twist! This sweet, salty, and smoky snack will have your friends and family coming back for more. Done on the Pit Boss Navigator 850, and seasoned with our Sweet Rib Rub, these Ca...

This creative spin on an Irish Classic is perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day. Traditional Corned Beef is paired with Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, and Thousand Island in this cheesy and delicious R...

Get all the flavor of chicken wings in one appetizer. These cheese balls are loaded with spicy shredded chicken and two types of cheese, then rolled in crushed crackers to create a nice crunchy crust....

Move over, cinnamon rolls. A more delicious and fun-to-eat option is here. Bread crusts are rolled up with fillings like bacon and marshmallows to create these Cinnamon Lollipops. They're tossed on th...

This loaded cowboy nachos recipe is an easy way to transform those extra ribeye steaks into a tasty and flavorful dish. You'll have this ready in minutes so you can enjoy while you plop in front of yo...

Deluxe Campsite Nachos are coming to a campsite, backyard, or tailgate near you! This cast iron recipe is easy to make, endlessly customizable, and ridiculously delicious. So, gather 'round the campfi...

Calling all steak lovers! These seared steak bites are cooked to perfection and tossed in a garlic and parmesan butter sauce. A quick and easy meal or party appetizer to make that will disappear in se...

Take fresh mangos from Melissa's Produce to the next level with lime juice, sweet heat, and wood-fired flavor from the Pit Boss. The flame from your grill adds a beautiful char to your mangos and rele...

When life gives you stone fruit, grill them and make this easy and delicious salad. Pair with white fish or chicken at your next summer gathering for a meal that's sure to impress....

We are fans of wings. They're a great way to try out new seasonings and, lets be honest, they're a breeze to cook. Enjoy these easy and delicious grilled chicken wings with a kick!...

This sweet and savory recipe is easy to throw together, and perfect for enjoying with friends and family. Great as an appetizer, or as a side dish, these grilled watermelon slices will be your new go...

A mouth-watering smoked take on a classic salsa that will leave you begging for more!...

Spicy, cheesy, and delicious, this Jalapeno Bacon Pull-Apart Bread will make you and your crew happy campers! The best part? You can prep this recipe ahead of time and store it in a cooler until you'r...

This bacon-wrapped appetizer will be your new go-to for tailgates, holiday parties, and backyard barbecues! Make more than you think you'll need - these Little Smokies disappear quickly....

Brisket Makes everything better, and Loaded Baked Potatoes are no exception! This recipe works great as an appetizer or main and is a great way to put leftover brisket to good use....

Sure, you've had nachos. But have you tried Memphis Style BBQ Nachos? This recipe features several backyard barbecue staples, layering tortilla chips, smoked chicken, cheese sauce, baked beans, and co...

Are you a fan of fried chicken and spice? Then you're going to love this Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich! The chicken is first smoked then fried for a mouth-watering finish. Piled high with coleslaw, d...

It's getting Nashville hot in here! These finger-licking good chicken wings are juicy and smothered in a Nashville-style hot sauce for a kick of cayenne heat with a hint of brown sugar sweetness. Cool...

These parmesan crusted smash potatoes will be your new favorite summertime side! Easy and cheesy, these smashed potatoes are the perfect companion for smoked proteins. Get the perfect potatoes for th...

Score points with your friends when you contribute our Pig Shots to the game day spread. This appetizer combines sausage, bacon, and cream cheese to create the ultimate snack for the Big Game. Simple ...

There's no better game day app than these bitesize flavor bombs filled with cream cheese and diced jalapenos....

These cheesy pulled pork taquitos are what tailgating and big game dreams are made of. Shredded low-and-slow smoked pork shoulder is tossed with tangy BBQ sauce, sour cream, and cheddar cheese then ro...

Get all the flavor of a Cajun shrimp boil in one appetizer when you try these Shrimp Boil Nachos. Layers of creamy cheese sauce, sausage, shrimp, and corn are poured over a bed of kettle chips for an ...

These Sizzlin' Shotgun Shells will be a hit at your next Backyard BBQ, Family Get-Together, or Tailgate. In this recipe, Manicotti Shells are loaded with Johnsonville Sausage  and Cheddar Cheese,...

Make any get-together a Fiesta with Smoked Elote Skewers! Traditionally served as Street Food in Mexico, this dish is easy to make, and packed with flavor....

Your favorite appetizer gets a wood-fired upgrade with this Smoked Queso Dip with Pulled Chicken. This smoky dip starts with ale-infused chicken breasts that are grilled then pulled. The tender pieces...

Get the grill fired up for game day and try this easy and delicious clam chowder dip recipe! Make this dip for your next football party or tailgate and score points with friends. This creative twist o...

These smoked sweet and sour chicken drumsticks are a lip-smacking delicious dinner that will have your family going for seconds! They come together in less than two hours and are the perfect weeknight...