Get ready to impress your guests with these 18 sizzling, smoky, and flavorful weekend grilling recipes that are sure to be a hit at your next cookout. From juicy burgers and tender steaks to fresh seafood, these BBQ recipes are a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their grilling game and take their BBQ skills to the next level. So grab your tongs, turn up the heat, and let’s get grilling!
Scallop Skewers
Grilled scallop skewers are a versatile dish that can be served at any occasion, with a delicate blend of garlic, cilantro and orange flavors, and a delightful smoked butter sauce. This BBQ seafood kebab recipe is sure to please.
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Gorgonzola Buffalo Burgers
If you’re looking to switch up your burger game, try the grilled gorgonzola buffalo burger for a unique and delicious flavour experience, served on a pretzel bun with your choice of blue cheese or gorgonzola. This BBQ favourite bison burger is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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Apple Cider Grilled Chicken Skewers
These cider grilled chicken skewers are paired with a sweet apple cider flavor and finished with a delicious Gouda cheese sauce, making it a perfect recipe that is easy to make and complements any side dish.
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Blackened Salmon Sliders
Add this smoked blackened salmon sliders recipe to your must-make list for a flavourful summer BBQ dish. Featuring pickled red onions and wasabi mayo, these salmon burgers can be made in a pellet grill or Traeger.
Recipe here! Smoked Blackened Salmon Sliders
Brats in Beer
Indulge in a delicious meal by smoking bratwurst in beer using your Traeger grill or pellet smoker, and serving it alongside your favorite sides, mustard, and buns. With just six ingredients needed, this brats on smoker recipe is easy to make and perfect for any occasion!
Recipe here! Smoked Brats in Beer
Brisket Sandwich
Enjoy a hearty smoked brisket sandwich with homemade pickled red onions and other toppings for a special dinner. Learn how to make this amazing treat that pairs well with various side dishes.
Recipe here! Smoked Brisket Sandwich
Tomahawk Steaks
Indulge in a rich and meaty smoked tomahawk steak, perfect for any special occasion and sure to satisfy any beef lover’s cravings. This reverse-seared cowboy steak recipe is easy to make with just a bone-in ribeye steak, seasonings, and your smoker.
Recipe here! Smoked Tomahawk Steaks
Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork
Make perfect Cuban roast pork with this smoked Cuban mojo pulled pork recipe. This dish is perfect for cooking on a Traeger grill or pellet smoker, featuring exciting flavours like garlic, lime, sherry, oregano, and marjoram.
Recipe here! Smoked Cuban Mojo Pulled Pork
Apple Cider Grilled Chicken Skewers
These cider grilled chicken skewers are paired with a sweet apple cider flavor and finished with a delicious Gouda cheese sauce, making it a perfect recipe that is easy to make and complements any side dish.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cider Grilled Chicken Skewers
Smoked Spiced Shrimp
Indulge in the amazing taste of these smoked spiced shrimp, flavored with a homemade Saskatchewan dry rub that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. Cook them to perfection and enjoy a delicious appetizer or main dish!
Recipe here! Smoked Spiced Shrimp
Grilled Fish Tacos
Summer is the perfect time for outdoor cooking, and smoker-grilled fish tacos with garlic cilantro lime coleslaw is a dish you don’t want to miss. This recipe is easy to make on a Traeger grill and features delicious smoked tilapia and tasty coleslaw.
Recipe here! Smoker Grilled Fish Tacos
Smoked Rack of Lamb
Impress your guests with this flavorful smoked rack of lamb or lamb chops recipe that combines the rich taste of lamb with wine, fresh herbs, and shallot, along with the magic of smoke. Pair it with some delicious side dishes to make it the perfect meal for any occasion!
Recipe here! Smoked Rack of Lamb
Honey Garlic Pulled Chicken
This honey garlic BBQ smoked pulled chicken recipe is perfect for outdoor cooking and features a garlicky pickle brine, sweet mustard, chili, garlic/onion rub, and a honey garlic sauce. Smoked to perfection, it’s a must-try dish!
Recipe here! Honey Garlic BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken
Caribbean Jerk Spiced Shrimp
This smoked Caribbean jerk spiced shrimp recipe is a must-try. The sweet and spicy flavour of the shrimp pairs perfectly with all kinds of sides and will become a summer favourite.
Recipe here! Smoked Caribbean Jerk Spiced Shrimp
Cheddar Bacon Stuffed Burgers
This smoked cheddar bacon stuffed burger recipe is a must-try. The flavourful and moist patty is perfect for a hearty meal, especially when paired with your favorite toppings!
Recipe here! Smoked Cheddar Bacon Stuffed Burgers
Smoked Baby Back Ribs
This irresistible smoked baby back ribs recipe made on a Traeger grill makes your summer BBQs more exciting. These rich, meaty, and easy-to-make ribs will leave your guests wanting more.
Recipe here! Smoked Baby Back Ribs
BBQ Meatloaf with Glaze
Try this BBQ smoked meatloaf recipe on your pellet grill or Traeger, and you won’t regret it! With a garlicky tomato meatloaf glaze, this rich and meaty recipe is one of the best smoker ground beef recipes.
Recipe here! BBQ Smoked Meatloaf with Glaze
Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham
Smoked sweet onion honey glazed ham is perfect for special occasions like Easter, Christmas, or Thanksgiving. Juicy and flavorful, this ham recipe is perfect for smoking on a pellet smoker or Traeger grill.
Recipe here! Smoked Sweet Onion Honey Glazed Ham