25 Backyard BBQ Recipes

Enjoy one of these delicious backyard barbecue recipes. There are a variety of recipes on the list so you are sure to find something you will enjoy.

These recipes are

  • Easy to make
  • Delicious
  • Flavorful

Backyard BBQ Recipe Ideas

BBQ Chicken

1. BBQ Chicken

The first recipe on the list shows you how to make the best barbecue chicken. This recipe is grilled to perfection and then is smothered with your favorite BBQ sauce.

Get this recipe on Foodie Crush.

2. Potato Salad

Potato salad is a perfect dish to include with your backyard BBQ gathering. This is a southern potato salad recipe that is creamy and full of flavors.

Get this recipe on Gimme Some Oven.

3. Grilled Vegetables

Use up your summer vegetables like squash, corn, zucchini, and make them on the grill. This recipe is lightly seasoned and then cooked on the grill using skewers. Serve with a side sauce like Greek dressing.

Get this recipe on Love and Lemons.

chicken kabobs

4. Chicken Kabobs

Try this delicious chicken and vegetable kabobs recipe. This is a great meal to make for your bbq dinner. Chicken is marinated and then combined on skewers with vegetables.

Get this recipe on Dinner At The Zoo.

5. Baked Beans

Here is another great side dish to make for your BBQ. This recipe is loaded with beans, bacon, and a homemade sauce.

Get this recipe on The Pioneer Woman.

hamburger on a cutting board

6. BBQ Burgers

Burgers always taste delicious when they are made on the grill. This recipe takes you through the steps needed to make the best homemade burgers.

Get this recipe on Fox and Briar.

7. BBQ Chicken Foil Packs

I love to make foil packs on the grill. I like that they are easy to make and make cleanup easy. This recipe shows you how to make a delicious chicken foil pack. It is loaded with chicken, potatoes, sauce, and cheese.

Get this recipe on Spend With Pennies.

grilled watermelon

8. Grilled Watermelon

Did you know you can grill your watermelons? This recipe shows how to make a delicious grilled watermelon. The watermelon is highly seasoned with a sweet and spicy seasoning and then is grilled.

Get this recipe on The Kitchn.

9. Chicken Wings

Whip up a batch of buffalo chicken wings on the grill. Get this to the table in 25 minutes. It is not overly spicy so the whole family can enjoy it.

Get this recipe on Once Upon A Chef.

10. Grilled Hot Dogs

Hot dogs are a favorite to make on the grill. This hot dog recipe is a little different than the standard recipe where you just add the hot dogs to the grill. In this recipe, you will marinate the hot dogs first in their homemade marinade and then you will grill them. This recipe is perfect for barbecues and cookouts.

Get this recipe on Plain Chicken.

grilled salmon

11. Grilled Salmon

Looking for a healthy recipe to make? You need to try this grilled salmon. It is easy to make and only takes 15 minutes to cook on the grill. It will make a perfect addition to your summer BBQ meal.

Get this recipe on The Seasoned Mom.

12. Turkey Burgers

Here is another great burger recipe to make on the grill. This one is for turkey burgers. This recipe takes 15 minutes to make and results in a juicy tender burger.

Get this recipe on The Stay at Home Chef.

grilled pork chop

13. Grilled Pork Chops

Try this delicious pork chops recipe. The pork chops are seasoned with a tasty lemon rosemary seasoning and then are grilled perfectly. These pork chops turned out very juicy and flavorful.

Get this recipe on Well Plated.

14. Buffalo Chicken Pasta Salad

Pasta salads are a must-have for barbecues. This salad is loaded with noodles, chicken, vegetables, cheese, and a tasty ranch sauce. This recipe is quick to make and only requires 10 minutes of your time.

Get this recipe on I Heart Naptime.

grilled steak

15. Grilled Steak

Nothing is better than a nice juicy steak straight off the grill. The steak is seasoned with herb butter seasoning and then is grilled.

Get this recipe on Iowa Girl Eats.

16. BBQ Ribs

Here is an easy pork ribs recipe that you can cook on the grill. The recipe walks you through the steps you need to take to make delicious pork ribs.

Get this recipe on The Country Cook.

17. Grilled Sausages

Try this flavorful sausage recipe you can make for your next cookout. This is an easy recipe and is perfect to make for a crowd.

Get this recipe on The Black Peppercorn.

18. Grilled Shrimp

Shrimp is a great recipe to make on the grill as it is so quick to make. This recipe only takes 5 minutes to make.

Get their recipe on A Couple Cooks.

19. Green Spinach Salad

I had to include a green salad on the list. You always want to make sure you have a tasty salad to enjoy with your meals at barbecues. This recipe is loaded with spinach, apples, avocados, and cheese. It is topped with a homemade balsamic dressing.

Get this recipe on Two Peas and Their Pod.

20. Grilled Pizza

Try something different and make your pizza on the grill, it really does taste great. This pizza is loaded with pepperoni, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, sauce, and cheese. You can customize it and substitute it with your favorite toppings.

Get this recipe on Simply Recipes.

corn on the cob

21. Corn On The Cob

This recipe shows you how to make the best grilled corn with a salted butter rub.

Get this recipe on Natashas Kitchen.

22. Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Pulled pork is also a great summer recipe to enjoy. This recipe does take longer to make than the other recipes as you will make it in the slow cooker. This flavorful pulled pork sandwich is perfect to make sandwiches with smothered with BBQ sauce.

Get this recipe on Cooking Classy.

23. Grilled Potatoes

Try this delicious grilled potato recipe. The potatoes are seasoned and then grilled. They are crispy and tasty and go well as a side for your barbecue gathering.

Get this recipe on The Cozy Cook.

24. Chicken Burgers

If you are looking for a great chicken burger recipe this one is for you. This recipe is loaded with grilled chicken, seasonings, avocado, onions, lettuce, and cheese.

Get this recipe on Tastes Better From Scratch.

25. Grilled Asparagus

The last recipe shows you how to make asparagus perfectly on the grill. Enjoy making all these delicious recipes for your backyard BBQ.

Get this recipe on All Recipes.

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