Do you long for cooking on the grill come March? If you live in a colder climate like we do here in Wisconsin, then you know what I’m talking about. The first signs of spring make us want to fire up the grill and get cooking! We’ve compiled our best grill recipes here to get you going.
Why we love cooking on the grill
Honestly, it’s hot in the summer and no one wants to crank up the oven inside. Your air conditioner works hard enough already! We love cooking on the grill whenever we can. Most grills fit quite a few items, so you can feed a crowd. When people ask what they should bring, I tell them any recipes for a potluck will work!
Expert Tips & Advice
- First and foremost, take care of your grill and it will last you a lot longer! I’ll show you step by step how to clean your gas grill, a must for the beginning and end of the season.
- I’ve also put together some tips for using your grill, including direct and indirect cooking, as well as smoking food on your grill.
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Our favorite grill recipes
Grilled Chicken in Garlic Marinade
Juicy grilled chicken is a must. My garlic marinade has very few ingredients and I've given you plenty of tips for perfect grilled chicken every time!
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Grilled Pork Chops
Learn how to make the perfect grilled pork chops. My go-to marinade is very easy and includes lemon juice, olive oil, garlic and a few fresh herbs.
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Grilled Shrimp
A simple marinade of lime, garlic, and cilantro makes this grilled shrimp plump and flavorful.
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Grilled Salmon
Salmon is a nutrient rich food packed full of omega fatty acids. This grilled salmon recipe uses a delicious marinade and makes for a wonderful summer dinner.
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Chile Lime Chicken on the Grill
This marinade uses red chiles, jalapeno and garlic, however you control the spice level! Enjoy this delicious chicken on the grill or use your stovetop grill pan.
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Making Pizza on the Grill
Too hot to use your oven? Make fresh pizza on your grill! Making pizza on the grill is fun and the results are delicious.
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Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken
Only 5 ingredients makes this a really easy and affordable recipe. You probably have limes and garlic in the fridge, so you'll just need to pick up cilantro!
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Pork Chops al Pastor on the Grill
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Grilled Cube Steak Rollups
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Marinated Chicken Skewers
Juicy chicken marinated in a flavorful red wine marinade and then grilled with fresh vegetables. This is a summertime go-to favorite.
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Grilled Breaded Pork Chops
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Spicy Grilled Chicken with Baja Black Beans and Rice
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Grilled Asparagus
Only a few minutes on the grill to perfectly delicious grilled asparagus, a nutritious and delicious side.
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Grilled Watermelon Pineapple Skewers
Got the grill fired up and looking for a quick dessert? These Grilled Watermelon Pineapple Skewers have just 4 easy ingredients and are dipped in the most deliciously simple yogurt sauce!
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Grilled Peach Caprese
This refreshing Grilled Peach Caprese combines aromatic grilled peaches, fresh mozzarella, and basil, topped off with a delicious basil lime sauce. Serve this at your next get together for some major wow-factor, or eat it as a healthy summertime snack!
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Key West Grilled Chicken Salad
There are no real measurements in this recipe. Use as much or as little of each item as you like. Enjoy.
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Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad with Feta
Delicious char grilled veggies with feta cheese make this grilled corn and zucchini salad the perfect summer barbeque or potluck side dish.
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Grilled Chicken Salad with Herbed Tomato Vinaigrette
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If you need some dessert ideas, be sure to check out all of my strawberry recipes and my one pan dessert ideas. Also, you can’t forget the summer cocktails! With all these recipes on hand, you’re set up for some amazing summer grilling. What recipe will you try first?
Amanda Davis
President at Amanda's Creative Studio, Inc.
Amanda Davis is the entrepreneurial mom of four grown children and four step children. She and her husband, Chef Antoine, love to cook together creating recipes for this blog. Amanda also make kid's crafts and creates decorative items for her home. She is a crafting expert and guru in the kitchen and has appeared online and in print publications many times over the years. She is also a craft book author five times over and product developer as well as the owner of FunFamilyCrafts.com. You can find her on social media by using the buttons to the left!
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Kim @ Sand & Sisal says
Yum! So many delish looking recipes! I can’t wait to try them all out.
Amanda Formaro says
Thanks Kim, so many I want to try as well!
Elle says
Amanda, thanks so much for including me, I really appreciate it! And oh my gosh, my stomach started growling while I was scrolling through. I found so many recipes to try!
Amanda Formaro says
Thanks Elle! I can’t wait to try some of these myself :)
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
Thanks for the BBQ round-up Amanda. All these recipes look seriously delicious and perfect for this, or any, BBQ season!
Amanda Formaro says
Thanks Renee! I love to grill so I’ll be making some of these myself!