The holiday season is made for comfort food. From smoky main courses to dreamy side dishes, BBQ is the perfect choice. Get ready to fill your table with some sweet and savory Thanksgiving BBQ Ideas, straight from our smoker.
Thanksgiving BBQ Ideas – Main Dish
Alright, we can’t go any further without talking Turkey. It’s the centerpiece and a must-have for many Thanksgiving feasts, and we’ve got just the way to give it a BBQ twist. Pitmaster Shannon Snell cooked up his own recipe for Smoked Turkey that you have to try.
From brining it in buttermilk, to rubbing it down with seasoning and throwing it on the smoker, your taste buds have never tasted turkey like this. We’ve got the full recipe written out and ready for you. Just remember to start thawing the turkey a few days before you plan to cook it. You don’t want your guests to leave hungry!
BBQ Sides for Thanksgiving
Creamy, dreamy and cheesy. Those are just some of the words to describe these Thanksgiving BBQ Ideas for side dishes. Make any one of these, and we guarantee your family will be more than happy to fill up those leftover boxes, that is, if they don’t clean their plates already.
- Smoked Mac & Cheese – This is just one of our easy and delicious Budget-Friendly BBQ Meals. Parmesan, Cheddar and Gouda all come together for a a side worth of any Thanksgiving table.
- Mexican Street Corn – This is for the Thanksgiving table that maybe wants something a little different. After some time on the grill, these kernels are sliced off the cob and tossed with parmesan and wait for it… candied bacon. You also don’t have to take too much time out of your day, as this dish can be finished in less than 30 minutes.
- Honey Glazed Brown Sugar Carrots – Who says you can’t have something a little sweet on the side of your plate. These carrots are sliced, basted with butter and thrown on the grill, before being finished off with a sweet and syrupy glaze. What could make these bites even better? Oh yeah, these also take less than 30 minutes to cook.
Thanksgiving BBQ Desserts
Okay, we added a little sugar in the side section, but now you really need to prepare your sweet tooth. Try these BBQ twists on two classic desserts, and you’ll want to save room for these.
- Elevated S’mores Dip – A mix of white, dark and milk chocolate, melted on the smoker and topped with toasty marshmallows. It’s the perfect comfy and cozy after-dinner treat. Our advice: Gather ‘round the fire and dive in for the best vibes.
- Pumpkin Pie – Much like Turkey, you almost can’t have Thanksgiving without Pumpkin Pie. No need to heat up the oven for this sweet treat, just throw it on your smoker as you’re enjoying dinner, and you’ll be ready to go.
Thanksgiving BBQ Drink Recipe
Sweet Tea goes with everything. Whether it’s a tender and juicy Smoked Turkey or a Pulled Pork Sandwich, it just does. We’ve got a 5-minute recipe that takes our freshly brewed Sweet Tea and gives it a tangy twist. Take a sip of our Sonny’s Lemonade Iced Tea.
BBQ Grilling Techniques for Thanksgiving
Our Pitmasters have tips and tricks in spades for Thanksgiving. From Checking Meat Times and Temperatures to going over the Tools of the Trade, this sounds like a job for our Tales from the Pit.
In one of our earlier videos, Pitmaster Shannon Snell shows you how you can turn your grill into a smoker in just a few simple steps. Get the full rundown here, and all these recipes can be cooked right on your grill.
Pack your Plates with Sonny’s Catering
What’s one of the best Thanksgiving BBQ Ideas? Not having to lift a finger. All our locations may be closed on Thanksgiving, but with Sonny’s Catering, we’ll have everything ready for you to pick up before the big day.
Whether it’s a big or small gathering, you can get packed portions of your favorite slow-smoked BBQ meats, sidekicks and bread. Explore our options, you’re sure to find an option to fit your gathering. However you plan to fix your fixings, we’re wishing you a safe, sweet and smokin’ Thanksgiving.
