Favorite Grilled Recipes for Summer

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Grilling season is already here, and my favorite grilled recipes are here to stay just in time for summer. These grilled entrees pair amazingly with these side dishes for the ultimate barbecue lineup. I even included delicious and simple grilled desserts that can finish off your grill night with a sweet bite. All recipes are foolproof and have my seal of approval.

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Delectable Grilled Entree Recipes

These tasty grilled entrees will quickly become family favorites. Start with the Asian Grilled Chicken and make your way down to find plenty of tried and true recipes – foolproof and packed with tons of flavor throughout each recipe.

Asian Grilled Chicken thighs with visible char marks are arranged on a white plate, garnished with a bunch of fresh parsley in the background.

Grilled Asian Chicken

Asian Chicken gets its flavor from a simple marinade of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, made in one bowl. Grilled and basted with extra marinade, it turns tender chicken thighs into a sticky, flavorful dinner.
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Grilled shrimp skewers and pineapple skewers rest on a wooden platter, garnished with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge.

Grilled Shrimp Kabobs Recipe

These Shrimp Kabobs get their flavor from a homemade sweet and savory marinade, not a bottled sauce. Thread them onto skewers and grill for a smoky, caramelized finish.
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Two sandwiches with lettuce, melted cheese, and pickled onions on plates feature juicy grilled turkey burgers, accompanied by a bowl of potato chips and a jar of pickled onions.

Juicy Grilled Turkey Burgers with Pickled Onions

These grilled turkey burgers stay juicy thanks to cumin and chipotle seasoning, topped with a quick red wine vinegar pickled onion. They're ready in about 30 minutes.
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Steak Kabobs with grilled beef, mushrooms, baby potatoes, bell peppers, and red onions are artfully arranged on a white plate and garnished with chopped herbs.

Grilled Steak Kabobs Recipe

These Steak Skewers thread marinated sirloin and grilled vegetables onto one stick for a complete meal. A soy and Dijon marinade brings all the flavor.
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Grilled Salmon Salad: A succulent grilled salmon fillet rests elegantly on a vibrant bed of mixed greens, adorned with crisp sliced cucumbers and sweet cherry tomatoes, all artfully arranged on a pristine white plate.

Grilled Salmon Summer Salad

This grilled salmon salad tops crisp greens with BBQ basted salmon and a bright homemade dressing. It comes together in under 20 minutes.
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Lemon rosemary chicken tenders with perfect grill marks are arranged on a white plate, garnished with fresh rosemary and a charred lemon half.

Grilled Lemon Rosemary Chicken

Lemon Rosemary Chicken gets its bold flavor from grilled lemon, fresh herbs, and a quick marinade. Charring the lemon first brings out a caramelized sweetness that makes this chicken taste like summer.
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Must-Try Grilled Side Dish Recipes

You’ve got your main dish down, but still need something to pair it with? Pair it with these side dishes and let me know if they made the cut. They taste great off the grill while still keeping it fresh and tasty for many to enjoy without the pressure.

A close-up of a fork holding a piece of grilled chicken topped with chopped tomatoes and herbs, with a bowl of Warm Potato Salad and the same dish in the background.

Warm Potato Salad Recipe

Skip the mayo. This grilled version of warm potato salad gets its flavor from a tangy vinegar dressing and a smoky char you can only get on the grill.
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Chili Lime Grilled Corn stacked.

Chili Lime Grilled Corn

This Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Compound Butter is a Tex-Mex twist on a summer classic.  Summer and Sweet Corn are a marriage made in heaven. But plain sweet corn can get a little predictable. So I took some inspiration from one of my favorite Iron Chefs, Bobby Flay, and created a Chili Lime Grilled Corn recipe that is salty, sweet, spicy and creamy. Yum!
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Sprigs of herbs on top of the sweet potato rounds.

Grilled Sweet Potatoes

These grilled sweet potatoes are a no-fuss, flavor-packed side dish that belongs at every BBQ. Whether you use foil or grill grates, you’ll get crispy, tender perfection every time.
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Grilled corn ribs with charred kernels and a touch of garlic butter, sprinkled with green herbs and served on a red plate.

Corn Ribs with Garlic Butter

Corn Ribs with Garlic Butter is the perfect summer side dish. This crispy corn is cooked to perfection and slathered with garlic and herbs, and goes great with hamburgers or hot dogs.
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Close-up of Texas Twinkies: bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers stuffed with cheese and meat, secured with toothpicks on a white background.

Texas Twinkies (Cream Cheese and Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos)

Texas Twinkies (Cream Cheese and Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos) are a mouthwatering, classic American snack. They take just 30 minutes to make and are packed full of spicy and savory flavor.
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Grilled Sweet Treats

Keep the grill hot if you would like to end it on a sweet note. These delicious, simple desserts are recipes I keep coming back to every summer and quickly make their way into my favorites.

Grilled pineapple spears with visible grill marks, reminiscent of delicious grilled pineapple slices, are arranged on a blue plate and placed on a striped cloth.

Grilled Pineapple Slices

These Grilled Pineapple Slices need just one ingredient and a hot grill. A few minutes per side caramelizes the natural sugars for the best char.
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Stacked Camping Smores {Grilled}.

Camping Smores {Grilled}

Camping Smores are so quick and easy to do because you do not need a campfire, you can use your grill. What is better than milk chocolate, graham crackers and melting marshmallows.
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Tangy grilled pineapple on a white dish.

Grilled Brown Sugar Glazed Pineapple

Grilled Brown Sugar Glazed Pineapple is savory, sweet, and delicious. All you need is a juicy pineapple, your trusty grill, and a sprinkling of sugar and spice to make this dessert worthy of a five-star steakhouse.
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Grilled Peaches with Whipped Mascarpone and Pistachios

Grilled Peaches with Whipped Mascarpone and Pistachios

Upgrade your summer menu with grilled peaches topped with honey whipped mascarpone. A simple yet decadent treat.
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Two glass bowls with scoops of vanilla ice cream, drizzled with espresso and garnished with fresh herbs—an elegant treat to end your summer cookout and a sweet addition to your favorite recipes.

Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream and Honey Balsamic Drizzle

Grilled peaches develop a beautiful char and caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with cool, creamy vanilla ice cream. But we’re not stopping there. A simple honey-balsamic drizzle adds just the right balance of tang and sweetness!
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Final Thoughts About Grilled Recipes

I say favorite grilled recipes for a reason – no fuss while still keeping the flavor. Amazing taste and foolproof should not be hard to come by when grilling. These recipes quickly became family favorites in my backyard. Be sure to check out more of my summer recipes to keep up with the warm weather and summer fun.

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