Here’s a Collection of Popular BBQ Recipes

From smoky ribs to tangy grilled veggies, BBQ recipes are a crowd-pleaser for any gathering. These recipes will have everyone coming back for seconds.

These recipes are perfect for your next outdoor gathering or even a cozy backyard BBQ for the family. Fire up the grill and enjoy.

Classic BBQ Ribs

Ingredients

2 racks of pork ribs

1/4 cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon paprika

1 tablespoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

(optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

Preheat your grill to medium heat.

Combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to create a dry rub.

Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.

Wrap the ribs in foil and grill for 2 hours, turning occasionally.

Remove from foil, brush with BBQ sauce, and place back on the grill for 10–15 minutes to caramelize.

Grilled BBQ Chicken

Ingredients

4 chicken thighs and drumsticks

1/2 cup BBQ sauce

2 tablespoons oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Rub the chicken with oil and season with salt and pepper.

Grill chicken for 25–30 minutes, turning every few minutes.

Brush BBQ sauce on the chicken during the last 5 minutes of grilling.

Smoky Grilled Vegetables

Ingredients

1 zucchini (sliced)

1 red bell pepper (sliced)

1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)

1 red onion (quartered)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium heat.

Toss the vegetables in olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Place the vegetables on skewers or a grill basket.

Grill for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally until lightly charred.

Juicy BBQ Burgers

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef (80/20)

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

4 burger buns

1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Optional toppings: cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Mix the ground beef with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties.

Grill burgers for 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness.

Brush with BBQ sauce on the last flip and add cheese if desired.

Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Ingredients

3 pounds pork shoulder

1 tablespoon smoked

paprika

1 tablespoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1 cup BBQ sauce

6 sandwich buns

Instructions

Preheat your smoker to 225°F o r use indirect heat on a grill.

Rub the pork shoulder with paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Smoke for 6–8 hours or until the pork easily pulls apart.

Shred the pork and toss with BBQ sauce.

Serve on buns with coleslaw if desired.

Grilled Pineapple with Honey Glaze

Ingredients

1 fresh pineapple

(peeled, cored, and sliced)

3 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon lime juice

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium heat.

Mix honey, lime juice, and cinnamon in a small bowl.

Brush the pineapple slices with the honey glaze.

Grill pineapple for 3–4 minutes per side or until caramelized.

BBQ Shrimp Skewers

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp

(peeled and deveined)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1/2 teaspoon paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1/4 cup BBQ sauce

Instructions

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Thread shrimp onto skewers.

Grill for 2–3 minutes per side, brushing with BBQ sauce during the last minute.