Grill, baby, grill: The 17 easiest & tastiest recipes for cooking outside

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Are you planning your next cookout? Don’t forget to fire up your grill, smoker, or outdoor griddle and invite over friends, family, and neighbors for a meal they won’t forget! These backyard BBQ dishes are not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious, guaranteed to impress all your guests.

Smoked jalapeno poppers on a platter.
Smoked Pork Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers. Photo Credit: Cook What You Love

Grilled Feta with Herbs

Looking for the perfect appetizer to kick off your meal? Look no further than this simple grilled dish that features tangy feta and a medley of herbs. As it heats up, the feta becomes irresistibly creamy, making it the ideal spread for crackers or baguette. It’s the perfect snack to enjoy while you wait for the main course.
Get the recipe: Grilled Feta with Herbs

Smoked Creamed Corn

Don’t miss the opportunity to add a delicious side dish to your smoker menu by making Smoked Creamed Corn! This Southern staple is not only easy to make but also tastes so much better with a hint of smokiness. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you!
Get the recipe: Smoked Creamed Corn

Grilled Bread with Tomatoes

Get the best garden-fresh heirloom tomatoes for this easy dish that pairs the smoky, crunchy goodness of grilled bread with juicy tomatoes.
Get the recipe: Grilled Bread with Tomatoes

Grilled Ribeye Cap Steaks

Grilled cap steaks on a board with veggies.
Grilled Cap Steaks. Photo credit: Cook What You Love

Cap steaks are the best part of the ribeye! These tied round steaks are meaty, fatty, juicy, and so crazy good. A kiss of flame and smoke puts them over the top!
Get the recipe: Grilled Ribeye Cap Steaks

Mexican Street Corn Salad

Prepare to be blown away by the explosion of flavor in this simple yet delicious Mexican Street Corn Salad that can be made with either fresh or frozen corn. With its combination of cotija cheese, peppers, jalapeno, and more, every bite is bursting with flavor!
Get the recipe: Mexican Street Corn Salad

Smoked Tri-Tip

Rapidly gaining in popularity, tri-tips are so crazy good when smoked low and slow! Packed with flavor and meaty goodness in every bite, this cut of beef always gets rave reviews!
Get the recipe: Smoked Tri-Tip

Grilled Steak Skewers with Mojo Rojo

Grilled Steak skewers on a white plate with chilis nearby.
Grilled Steak with Mojo Rojo. Photo credit: Cook What You Love

Tender steak is first marinated in a bold mojo rojo sauce that’s made with bell peppers, plenty of garlic, and chilis. Thread the steak onto skewers, and they’re ready in no time!
Get the recipe: Grilled Steak Skewers with Mojo Rojo

Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Pork plus pork plus smoke is a winning flavor combination! Smoked bacon-wrapped pork medallions are so unbelievably good, and this quick-smoking recipe is ready in a jiffy so you can get down to the business of eating!
Get the recipe: Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

The Best Blackstone Steaks

Get ready to elevate your steak game by firing up your outdoor griddle and cooking some of the best steaks around! It’s so easy and delicious that you’ll find yourself using your Blackstone griddle every time you want a perfect steak.
Get the recipe: Blackstone Steaks

Shirazi Salad

Shirazi Salad in a white serving bowl.
Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This salad is not only deliciously fresh and crisp but also has the added benefit of not having any mayo to worry about spoiling in the sun. It’s a bright and cheery addition to your plate that adds a pop of color and freshness. Plus, it’s perfect for outdoor gatherings!
Get the recipe: Shirazi Salad

Low-Carb Coleslaw

A backyard BBQ isn’t complete without some coleslaw! This creamy, tangy, and refreshing slaw goes well with anything cooked on the grill or smoker.
Get the recipe: Low-Carb Coleslaw

Bacon-Wrapped Pork-Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers (featured image)

Cook these beauties on the smoker or grill and jazz up your popper game! These tasty treats are so meaty and so delish; they’re practically their own meal!
Get the recipe: Pork Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

Blackstone Tortellini & Meatballs

Two black bowls filled with Blackstone Tortellini & Meatballs.
Tortellini & Meatballs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

When it comes to feeding a crowd, nothing beats this colorful, meaty, and incredibly tasty meal cooked on a griddle. Tender tortellini are paired with veggies, garlic, and a tasty sauce. Your guests are sure to love it!
Get the recipe: Griddled Blackstone Tortellini & Meatballs

Smoked Sweet & Spicy Chex Mix

Don’t forget the munchies! You must try this delicious sweet and spicy Chex mix that can be made ahead of time, freeing you up to socialize instead of cook.
Get the recipe: Smoked Sweet & Spicy Chex Mix

Bacon-Wrapped Burgers

A quick and easy fix on your Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill or any other grill, these bacon-infused burgers are big, meaty, and loaded with bacon flavor!
Get the recipe: Bacon-Wrapped Burgers

Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

Grilled Bruschetta Chicken on a white plate.
Grilled Bruschetta Chicken. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Imagine juicy, marinated chicken breasts topped with ooey gooey cheese and flavorful garlicky and basil-infused tomato bruschetta. That’s what this easy grilled recipe is all about, and with this much flavor in every bite, you’re sure to become a fan!
Get the recipe: Grilled Bruschetta Chicken

Grilled Greek Chicken Breasts

Marinated with dill, lemon, and plenty of herbs, these juicy and meaty grilled chicken breasts are a delicious feast! Loaded with flavor, you can eat them as they are or build them into an epic sandwich.
Get the recipe: Grilled Greek Chicken Breasts

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