101 Fun Grilling Recipes to Fire Up Your Summer Cooking
Fun summer grilling recipes for dinner! These easy bbq dinner ideas include unique and flavorful ways to grill meat, seafood, veggies, and more!
One of the best parts of summer is food on the grill!
The smoky flavor, slight char, and aesthetic grill marks really help us embrace the season.
It can be easy to get stuck in a rut when it comes to grilling dinner though.
Regular ol’ hamburgers and chicken breasts can get old fast!
That’s why I put together this list of easy dinner recipes for the grill.
You’ll feel so inspired to cook outside more often …
… and have SO many fun ideas to add to your summer meal plan.
Pair any of these summer dinners with a fun cookout side dish or two, and dive into your delicious warm-weather meal.
These summer grilling dinners includes recipes for:
- Flavorful chicken breasts, thighs, wings, and drumsticks
- Grilled steak of all kinds
- Unique taco and Tex-Mex recipes
- Pork chops, pork loin, lamb, ans sausage
- Fun burgers for a crowd
- Healthy seafood meals
I even threw in a few side dishes you can make right on the grill, so there’s no need to dirty your kitchen at all.
Okay, let’s check out these unique summer grilling recipes!
(☀️ Looking for more delicious summer recipes? Try one of these unique summer desserts, easy summer appetizers, simple picnic food ideas, crowd-pleasing bbq side dishes, or fun summer charcuterie boards!)
This healthy Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken is simple to prepare and packed with flavor! Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary Dijon Marinade are perfect for those busy weeknights when you want a quick meal that feels special. This Ultimate Cheeseburger has crispy bacon and grilled onions on mega-juicy burger, with a special homemade sauce. Grilled New York Strip with Chimichurri is so simple to make 15 minutes or less, and the sauce really takes it to the next level. Greek Marinated Chicken with Tzatziki Sauce uses a simple Mediterranean marinade that creates a healthy, protein packed summer meal. This Pesto Grilled Pizza recipe has a pesto sauce, with smoked mozzarella, ricotta cheese, and vine ripe tomatoes. Yogurt and Indian spices like turmeric and garam masala are used to marinate these tasty chicken kabobs. If you love tacos, you’re going to adore these flavor-packed Grilled Pork Tenderloin Tacos that feature a delicious homemade salsa verde. Grilled Bruschetta Chicken is a includes fresh tomatoes, garlic, balsamic, and Italian Seasoning, for a light and flavorful dinner. Grilled Steak Salad features juicy grilled sirloin, peppery arugula, crunchy veggies, sweet tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese crumbles in a homemade basil vinaigrette. This spicy Southwest Burger has a juicy Tex-Mex flavored patty, topped with chipotle mayo, cooling guacamole and fresh pico de gallo. Shrimp Foil Packets are ready in just 12 minutes on your grill, campfire or even in the oven. Beer Brats cook on the grill in one pan from start to finish, then topped with tangy sauerkraut piled on toasted buns. Chicken Pineapple and Bacon Kabobs are such an easy summertime food, full of tropical flavors that feel like vacation. Grilled Bacon Wrapped Scallops can be made any time of the year in the oven, but they’re especially good on the grill! Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs are perfectly sweet and smoky when marinated and glazed in the simple BBQ marinade. Grilled Carne Asada is such a tender, juicy and delicious way to cook a beef steak. Great for street tacos, burritos, and burrito bowls too! However you serve, this tasty beef recipe is certain to be one of your new favorite Mexican dishes. Grilled Peach Salad with Honey Lime Chicken has grilled corn and a lightly sweet cilantro lime dressing for a must-try summer salad recipe. Juicy Mediterranean Beef Kebabs are packed with flavor and perfect served alongside a big salad, rice, or Naan bread. Honey Sriracha Blue Cheese Burgers are juicy burgers topped with blue cheese crumbles and frizzled onions and topped with honey spicy sriracha sauce. Grilled Shrimp Tacos are a real summertime staple! These tacos feature shrimp marinated in a sweet and spicy lime marinade and grilled to a smoky perfection. Super easy Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad is a seriously flavor-packed favorite that's full of protein, but still feels light and fresh. Accompanied by a garlicky tahini sauce over savory orzo, this Greek Burger Bowl pairs well with a fresh tomato cucumber salad, lemons, extra virgin olive oil, and herbs. Miso Grilled Chicken features juicy chicken thighs tossed in a punchy, sweet and salty marinade then grilled to perfection. The smoky flavor you get from slow cooking a pork roast is the best way to achieve tender pulled pork for sandwiches and more! Spicy Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad has marinated and grilled spicy chicken breast, fresh greens and veggies, black beans, corn, avocado and tortilla strips drizzled with a spicy southwest salad dressing. These incredibly easy Grilled Lobster Tails with Bourbon Sauce are grilled to perfection and coated with a bourbon butter sauce. Margarita Chicken has all the fantastic flavor of the popular cocktail cooked right into the chicken, plus a little kick from jalapeno peppers. Grilled Chuck Roast is made with a quick garlic and onion dry rub and grilled with hardwood smoke for the best roast you have ever tried. Sausage Broccoli Foil Packets only take 30 minutes to cook in the oven or the grill, and there’s only a few ingredients! This delicious Salmon Sandwich is a restaurant-quality sandwich ready in under 30 minutes. Jack Daniel’s Marinated Pork Chops are soaked in a fabulous mixture of Jack and spices with red chili pepper that gives these pork chops a little heat. Think you don’t like salmon? This deliciously marinated Grilled Salmon just might make you a believer. Spicy Mustard Relish is easy and tastes amazing with these grilled brats. You can also try it on sandwiches, salads, and on kielbasa. This Grilled Swordfish with Grilled Oranges & Fennel is a fantastic - and easy - introduction to grilling citrus fruit. Ultra-easy Grilled Potatoes are tender and fluffy, with lots of yummy, golden-brown spots. Grilled Chicken Wraps are easy and inexpensive to make, and the flavors are incredible! It’s easy to get the taste of authentic Elote at home with a few simple ingredients in this Mexican Street Corn with Tajin. Smoky, spicy, and ready to party, Chipotle Grilled Chicken Tacos are a great way to capture those festive summertime party vibes. Tender, smoked chuck roast is grilled to perfection with a flavorful rub and sweet BBQ sauce in these mouthwatering Burnt Ends. Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken features chicken thighs stay tender and juicy thanks to flavorful homemade yogurt marinade. Grilled Pierogies have a cheesy, smooth potato filling and grilling them smoky, crispy grill marks with a soft interior. Savory Hobo Foil Packet Dinners have a whole burger covered in cheese and bacon on top of thinly sliced vegetables for an all-in-one meal Bring Korean BBQ home with this Korean Kimchi Chicken. Chicken thighs are marinated in an Asian-style sauce with the flavors of kimchi, gochujang and soy. Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers are stuffed with a cream cheese mixture wrapped in crispy bacon, grilled and then coated in bbq sauce. Flavored with a simple, flavorful marinade, this tender, juicy steakhouse-worthy Grilled Flank Steak has a delicious smoky char. This Grilled Halloumi Sandwich features grilled halloumi cheese slices and onions that are layered with tomatoes, lettuce, and a quick garlicky mayo. Grilled Stuffed Mushrooms with sausage and smoked Gouda cheese are easy to prepare and cook on your grill in minutes. Tender and delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Potato foil packets are hearty and delicious, with basically no cleanup. Grilled Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze and Goat Cheese is fast and delicious and looks gourmet, with just 4 ingredients. Say goodbye to boring and bland, these Turkey Burgers are thick, juicy, and packed with flavor. Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Thighs have tender, juicy chicken thighs with bright basil pesto, zesty lemon, and just a touch of salt and pepper. Tender and juicy strips of steak are sandwiched between soft garlic butter toasted ciabatta buns and topped with cooked mushrooms and golden onions. All it takes is 15 minutes and a grill to make this incredible Grilled Garlic Bread. You may never make it in the oven again! Blackstone Smash Burgers are smashed to perfection on the griddle with just salt and pepper to keep that delicious beef flavor. Stuffed Mini Peppers are made with small bell peppers that are halved and filled with a flavorful cheesy filling and grilled. Achiote Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Sauce has chicken grilled in a delicious achiote marinade, then placed in tortillas with homemade creamy chipotle sauce and your favorite taco toppings. Grilled Mushrooms are the perfect grilled side dish or steak topping. They go from grill to table in 10 minutes. Easy, delicious, and loaded with flavor, these Juicy Tequila Lime Grilled Chicken Drumsticks combine both a little citrus zest and a little smoky tequila. Grilled Steak Fajitas have delicious marinated flank steak in a savory fajita sauce and served with sautéed peppers and onions in soft tortillas. Grilled Swordfish with Tomato Olive Salsa is healthy, quick to make, and looks (and tastes) fancy enough for guests. Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Kebabs feature chunks of chicken marinated in a sweet and tangy huli huli sauce with peppers, onion, and pineapple. Discover the hidden gem of the vegetable world with this simple Grilled Artichoke recipe - smoky flavor and a surprisingly tender bite! Easy Grilled Chicken Wings are perfectly golden brown with crispy skin and juicy, tender meat every time. Lamb Kabobs have fresh cubes of lamb lightly marinated in savory herbs and seasonings and then grilled with colorful veggies to tender perfection! Grilled Zucchini and Squash are paired together with a marinade that comes together in a snap, then grilled until tender and slightly charred. Loaded with shellfish, sausage and rice, Grilled Seafood Paella is one impressive grilled dish that feeds a crowd. Smoked, grilled, or fried, Bacon Wrapped Pickles are a delicious salty snack or garnish for a bloody mary. Tender & juicy Grilled Tri-Tip is the ultimate steak lover's meal. Seasoned and cooked slowly resulting in perfect slices of beef with rich & delicious flavor. Easy Grilled Green Beans have only 4 ingredients, so they’re an easy, cheap, and tasty side for all kinds of grilled meat. This epic Portobello Mushroom Burger is easy, balsamic marinated and stacked high with arugula, sliced tomato, slices of red onion, cheese and pickle. Super easy Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple has just a couple simple ingredients like butter, vanilla, brown sugar, and cinnamon, for an amazing side dish or dessert. Make tender and juicy, perfectly steak every time with this easy Grilled Ribeye. Minimal prep time and only 9 ½ minutes grill-time. Grilled Lamb Kofta is made with minced lamb and aromatic spices such as coriander and paprika, it is extremely easy to make at home with just a few simple ingredients. Grill up some summer Peach and Ricotta Crostini for elegant appetizer bites in under 30 minutes. Grilled Beer Can Chicken is a fun and unique way to grill a whole chicken. Your friends and family think you are a prize-winning BBQ Pit Master! These easy Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs are so full of flavor, with a simple soy sauce marinade that doubles as a glaze after grilling. Brisket Stuffed Poblano Peppers are stuffed with smoked brisket, cheese and tomatoes then grilled up for a hearty and delicious meal. Cedar Plank Salmon is so tender, flaky, and infused with the most intoxicating smoky aroma thanks to the cedar. Veggie Skewers made with zucchini, red onion, and bell peppers get drizzled with tangy balsamic vinegar and brushed with a fresh garlic herb sauce. Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings have a crazy delicious dry rub, and the Ancho adds some heat without being over the top. Grilled Barramundi is perfect for summertime and pairs perfectly with easy grilled radishes to add a burst of color and bright, peppery flavor. Grilled Tomahawk Steak is tender and juicy and makes a show stopping presentation for your next cookout, holiday or special gathering. Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Drumsticks have crisp yet tender chicken marinated in a sweet tangy sauce that will quickly become a favorite for any occasion. Bursting with flavor, these Grilled Shrimp are incredibly easy to prepare and cook in virtually no time at all for a simple summer appetizer or main dish. Chicken Shawarma Skewers are generously seasoned with a stunning mix of bold spices, fresh lemon juice and a good amount of garlic for your new favorite meal. Potato Bites are flavorful and tender thanks to the foil packet. They cook in 30 minutes and each packet can be uniquely flavored ahead of time. A little oil and great tasting seasonings make this Mahi Mahi one of the best pieces of fish you can grill. Garlic Parmesan Mayo is what really makes this Grilled Chicken Sandwich extra delicious. Indian Street Corn on the Cob will really elevate your next backyard barbecue! Charred corn gets a makeover with zesty lime, and bright spices. Succulent and tangy Vietnamese grilled chicken is a spicy blend of citrus, turmeric, and salty sweetness. Learn the method of reverse searing on these amazing Grilled T-Bones. The smoky garlic dry rub really takes them over the top! Grilled Caesar Marinated Chicken has a tangy, homemade caesar dressing packed with garlic, lemon, zesty capers, and parmesan cheese. These delicious juicy and flavorful Beef Ribs are grilled until bone tender and make an incredible meal for a special occasion. This Grilled Side of Salmon is cooked with an easy spice rub and topped with grilled pineapple. Smoky Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers are marinated in ginger, garlic, coconut cream, and soy sauce and served with a sweet coconut cream glaze and simple peanut sauce. These amazing Steak & Potato Foil Packets are perfect for grilling, camping or the oven. Your main course and side dishes together in one tasty package. BBQ Lamb Chops are infused with the rich tastes of rosemary, garlic, and lemon for a decadent and impressive dinner. Change up your burger game with these Chicken Burgers in Pita Pockets with Tzatziki Sauce. 12 Hour Hold Texas-Style Smoked Brisket gives you the most moist, juicy and melt-in-your-mouth brisket you’ve ever tasted. Delicious foil packet Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Veggies make for an easy summer weeknight meal, especially when made on the grill. Best of all, no cleanup!Summer Grilling Recipes
Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken
Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary Dijon Marinade
Ultimate Cheeseburger
Grilled New York Strip with Chimichurri Sauce
Greek Chicken with Tzatziki Sauce
Two Cheese Pesto Tomato Grilled Pizza
Marinated Indian Chicken Kabobs
Pork Tenderloin Tacos
Bruschetta Chicken
Easy Grilled Steak Salad
Southwest Burger with Chipotle Mayo
Shrimp Foil Packets with Summer Veggies
Beer Brats
Chicken, Pineapple and Bacon Kabobs
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Scallops
BBQ Boneless Chicken Thighs
Grilled Carne Asada
Grilled Peach Salad with Honey Lime Chicken
Mediterranean Beef Kebabs
Honey Sriracha Blue Cheese Burgers
Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
Greek Lamb Burger Bowl
Miso Grilled Chicken
Easy Pulled Pork
Spicy Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad
Lobster Tails with Bourbon Sauce
Margarita Chicken
Grilled Chuck Roast
Sausage Broccoli Foil Packets
Salmon Sandwich
Jack Daniel’s Double Kick Pork Chops
Easy Marinated Grilled Salmon
Grilled Brats with Mustard Relish
Grilled Swordfish with Grilled Oranges & Fennel
Grilled Potatoes
Grilled Chicken Wraps
Grilled Mexican Street Corn
Grilled Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Burnt Ends
Yogurt Marinated Grilled Chicken Thighs
Grilled Pierogies
Bacon Cheeseburger & Potato Hobo Dinner
Korean Kimchi Chicken
BBQ Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
Easy Grilled Flank Steak
Grilled Halloumi Sandwich
Grilled Stuffed Mushrooms
Honey Garlic Chicken Potato Foil Packets
Grilled Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze and Goat Cheese
Juicy Turkey Burgers
Basil Pesto Grilled Chicken Thighs
Grilled Steak Sandwich
Grilled Garlic Bread Recipe
Blackstone Smash Burgers
Stuffed Mini Peppers
Achiote Chicken Tacos with Creamy Chipotle Sauce
Grilled Mushrooms
Tequila Lime Grilled Chicken Drumsticks
Grilled Steak Fajitas
Grilled Swordfish with Tomato Olive Salsa
Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Kebabs
Grilled Artichokes with Garlic Aioli
Crispy Grilled Chicken Wings
Lamb Kabobs
Grilled Zucchini and Squash
Grilled Seafood Paella
Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pickles
Grilled Tri-Tip
Easy Grilled Green Beans
Portobello Mushroom Burger
Brown Sugar Grilled Pineapple
Best Grilled Ribeye
Turkish Grilled Lamb Kofta
Grilled Peach and Ricotta Crostini
Beer Can Chicken
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
Brisket Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Cedar Plank Salmon
Easy Grilled Veggie Skewers
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Grilled Barramundi with Radishes
Grilled Tomahawk Steak
Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Drumsticks
Grilled Shrimp
Chicken Shawarma Skewers
Potato Bites
Flame Grilled Mahi Mahi
Grilled Chicken Sandwiches
Grilled Indian Street Corn
Vietnamese Grilled Chicken
Grilled T-Bones
Grilled Caesar Marinated Chicken Breast
Beef Short Ribs
Grilled Side of Salmon with Pineapple
Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers
Steak & Potato Foil Packets
BBQ Lamb Chops
Chicken Burgers in Pita Pockets
Texas-Style Smoked Brisket
Garlic Parmesan Chicken & Veggies Foil Packs
I hope this list of fun things to grill has given you tons of inspiration for recipes to add to your summer meal plan.
These hot weather dinners are easy, but offer so much flavor!
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