15 grilling recipes you have to try right now

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Get ready to fire up the grill and impress your friends with some seriously tasty barbecue magic! These grilling recipes are not just good; they’re so good they might just make your neighbors jealous. Perfect for any gathering, these grilling ideas are simple, fun, and guaranteed to be a hit. Don’t miss out on the best part of summer—try these 15 grilling recipes right now and become the backyard hero you were always meant to be.

Close up photo of grilled boneless pork chops.
Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Shrimp skewers on a plate with lemon wedges.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

When you’re craving that seafood fix and looking for a reason to fire up the grill, think Grilled Shrimp Skewers. These bad boys cook quicker than you can say “seafood feast” and will leave your guests fighting for the last skewer. Perfect for those who love to share (or not!), and a smoky flavor that shouts “summer” louder than a seagull at the beach.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Grilled Pork Chops with Pineapple Salsa

Grilled pork chops with pineapple salsa on a white plate.
Grilled Pork Chops with Pineapple Salsa. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Sweet meets heat with Grilled Pork Chops with Pineapple Salsa. This dish is like your favorite summer tune – catchy, bright, and makes you want to dance. The smoky pork chops paired with the tangy pineapple salsa turn every bite into a tropical getaway. Welcome to your taste vacation, no passport is required.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Pork Chops with Pineapple Salsa

Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

Portobello mushrooms buns with burger in between.
Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Tired of the same old beef burgers? Enter Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger. It’s the heavyweight champion of the veggie world, offering a meaty texture that’ll make you forget it’s not beef. Dressed in its simple, yet oh-so-fancy attire of tomato, mozzarella, and basil, it’s a kitchen knockout that’ll win over even the most dedicated carnivores.
Get the Recipe: Juicy and Guilt-Free Portobello Mushroom Burger

Caprese Panini

Image shows a sliced caprese panini on a wooden board with the melted cheese oozing out.
Caprese Panini. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Caprese Panini: where Italian elegance meets the grill’s rugged charm. It’s the sandwich that dreams are made of, with a crispy outer and a heart of gold (or should we say mozzarella?). If kitchen matchmaking existed, the pairing of tomato, mozzarella, and basil in this sandwich would be its biggest success story.
Get the Recipe: Caprese Panini

Grilled Hawaiian Chicken

Grilled chicken breasts stuffed with ham, pineapple and Jarlsberg cheese garnished with green onion.
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Sweet, savory, and unapologetically tropical, Grilled Hawaiian Chicken takes your taste on a hula dance. It’s like sending your chicken on a Hawaiian vacation, except you get all the postcards of flavor. Grill marks? More like autographs on this star-studded dish. It’s your ticket to a flavor luau, no lei necessary.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Hawaiian Chicken

Grilled Rockfish Tacos

Grilled rockfish tacos assembled on a blue board.
Grilled Rockfish Tacos. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Let’s taco ’bout Grilled Rockfish Tacos. These aren’t your average tacos; they’re like the cool cousin who rides a motorcycle and plays guitar. Fresh off the grill, the rockfish brings the ocean’s applause to your palate, wrapped in a tortilla standing ovation. It’s a standing-room-only event in your mouth.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Rockfish Tacos

Sausage and Peppers

Sausage and peppers sandwiches on a white platter.
Sausage and Peppers. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Sausage and Peppers on the grill is the kitchen equivalent of a rock band – simple setup, unbelievable results. The smoky char on those veggies plays backup to the juicy sausage lead singer, making for a chart-topping hit at any meal. This dish is so effortless yet so flavorful, it’s practically a magic trick on a plate.
Get the Recipe: Sausage and Peppers

Ninja Grill Tomahawk Steak

A sliced tomahawk steak on a white plate.
Ninja Grill Tomahawk Steak. Photo credit: Grill What You Love.

Ever wanted to impress without the mess? Ninja Grill Tomahawk Steak is your Hail Mary. It’s like having a steakhouse in your kitchen, minus the snooty waiter. With a bone handle that’s as impressive as its flavor, this steak transforms any meal into a Michelin-star experience (chef hat not included).
Get the Recipe: Ninja Grill Tomahawk Steak

Pollo Asado

Pollo asado on a white plate with lime wedges.
Pollo Asado. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

For a taste that’s a passport stamp away, Pollo Asado brings tangy and herby to your backyard bash. This chicken didn’t just cross the road; it crossed continents to bring a festival of flavor to your grill. Let every bite whisk you away to a sunny afternoon fiesta, where the dress code is an appetite.
Get the Recipe: Pollo Asado

Smoky Baba Ghanoush without Tahini

Baba ganoush on a plate with parsley and lemon.
Smoky Baba Ghanoush without Tahini. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Who needs tahini when you’ve got Smoky Baba Ghanoush without Tahini? This eggplant dip is the life of the party, turning charred eggplant into a creamy, savory spread that has pita and veggies lining up for a dance. It’s the highlight of the appetizer world, proving sometimes, less is more.
Get the Recipe: Smoky Baba Ghanoush without Tahini

Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Lamb kofta kebabs on a wooden board with  fresh herbs and vegetables.
Lamb Kofta Kebabs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Lamb Kofta Kebabs take your grill on a global tour, from the comfort of your backyard. Spiced ground lamb, meet char-grill; char grill, meet the kebabs that’ll have everyone talking. They’re the life of the food party, dressed in spicy couture and ready to mingle. Say goodbye to boring BBQs; it’s time to spice up your life.
Get the Recipe: Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips

A plate of Copycat Roadhouse beef tips with gravy over mashed potatoes, garnished with sliced mushrooms and chopped chives.
Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Recreate steakhouse magic with Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips. Marinated in “mmm” and grilled to “oh, wow!” – these beef tips are more than just meat; they’re bite-sized journeys to the heart of Texas, minus the airfare. It’s comfort food that’ll make your plate feel like home, no matter where you are.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Texas Roadhouse Beef Tips

Perfectly Perfect Barbecued Chicken Drumsticks

A serving platter stacked with barbecued chicken drumsticks coated in sauce.
Perfectly Perfect Barbecued Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Chicken drumsticks, but make them Perfectly Perfect Barbecued Chicken Drumsticks. They hit the stage with a sticky, sweet, and smoky performance that’ll have everyone waving their napkins instead of lighters. These drumsticks are the main act, leaving your grill with no encores – because there won’t be any left!
Get the Recipe: Perfectly Perfect Barbecued Chicken Drumsticks

BBQ Burgers

A cheeseburger topped with avocado, crispy onion strings, and a secret burger sauce.
BBQ Burgers. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Burgers are a staple, but BBQ Burgers are the staple gun. Juicy on the inside, charred to perfection on the outside – these burgers don’t just hit the spot, they throw a party on it. Top them with anything; they’re like the little black dress of the grilling world – always appropriate and never out of style.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Burgers

Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops

Close up photo of grilled boneless pork chops.
Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops are the highlights of the grill world. Juicy, smoky, and with a hint of “please sir, I want some more,” they’re a kitchen mic drop. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a gathering of the masses, these chops will have you basking in the glow of the grill light and the applause of your fans.
Get the Recipe: Ultimate Grilled Pork Chops

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