The Best BBQ Grilling Recipes for Father’s Day!

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Firing up the grill and a few of these barbecue and grilling recipes for Father’s Day is the best way to celebrate this special day with dad!

As we gear up for this celebration of father figures, we’re excited to share a collection of mouth-watering recipes that will make your backyard BBQ unforgettable!

From grilled meats and inventive vegetarian options, to sides, drinks, and desserts, our Father’s Day grill fest is set to impress.

Whether you’re a seasoned grill master or just starting, these Father’s Day recipes cater to all levels and tastes, ensuring your celebration is filled with delicious flavors and happy memories.

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Grilling Recipes for Father’s Day

Father’s Day is the perfect time to heat up the grill and treat your dear old dad or father figures in your life to a feast fit for a king! 

If you’re here, you’re probably wanting to embrace your role as the outdoor cook (even if dad is usually the king of the grill!) and dish out some delicious BBQ recipes that he will love.

Beef

From the grill marks on steak to the juicy flavor when you take that first bite—beef and charcoal grills are a match made in heaven! This selection of grilled beef recipes will take you around the world!

• Our Grilled Balsamic Marinated Steak is a mouthwatering choice, featuring a rich marinade of balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and garlic that infuses the steak with intense flavors and grilled to juicy perfection.
• Lime Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce is a feast for the senses. Tender flank steak is marinated with lime and garlic, then grilled to medium-rare. The chimichurri is bursting with the flavor of fresh herbs, red wine vinegar, chili, and cumin and complements the steak perfectly.
• If you enjoy Mexican flavors, our Grilled Carne Asada made with skirt steak is a zesty and tender delight, marinated in a blend of jalapeño, cilantro, and lime, then grilled to achieve the perfect char and succulence. Serve with Cilantro Lime Rice.
• We’ve been to Argentina and Mexico, and now it’s time for Brazil and Peru with Brazilian Churrasco Beef. Skewers of steak are grilled, drizzled with piquant Peruvian aji sauce, and served alongside a tomato sweetcorn salad.
• Our Grilled Lime Marinated Flat Iron Steak recipe blends vibrant lime, ginger, and chili in a marinade that perfectly complements the steak which is served alongside flavorful Cuban beans and rice.
• Take a trip to New Orleans with Sweet & Spicy Bourbon Steak Kebabs! They are a crowd-pleaser featuring sirloin steak and vegetables, marinated and grilled with a bourbon-infused barbecue sauce for a perfect blend of sweetness and heat.
• Combine succulent grilled steak with a refreshing mix of salad greens, cucumber, and tomatoes in this Greek Steak Salad. It’s topped with crumbled feta and Kalamata olives and dressed in a homemade olive oil herb dressing for a Mediterranean feast.
• For another salad option, try our Balsamic Steak Salad with Spinach, Cherry Tomatoes, and Feta.
• Tomahawk Steaks are the ultimate special occasion meal for Father’s Day! Cara at The Gourmet Bon Vivant has all the tips on how to cook the perfect tomahawk steak.
• The Grilled Steak and Shrimp recipe from Cooking With Curls tastes like a gourmet restaurant meal, that’s on dinner on the table in about 30 minutes and a definite crowd pleaser!
• Garlic and Zest’s Herb Crusted Veal Chops are so juicy and delicious with a hint of smoke, your Dad will love them. You’ll love how easy they are to make.

Burgers

You just can’t beat a good burger, can you? The variety of burger recipes below, each grilled to perfection and stacked with delicious toppings that make every bite a celebration of flavors, ideal for your Father’s Day cookout!

• In our Bacon & Cheese Stuffed Burgers recipe, the toppings go inside the burger! The patties are stuffed with bacon and cheese then grilled to perfection for a deliciously melty experience.
• For a burger piled with toppings, try our super juicy Burgers with Blue Cheese, Avocado, and Bacon. Indulge in the rich flavors of blue cheese and avocado with the smoky sweetness of bacon on perfectly grilled burgers.
• Prepare to fall in love with The Cookin’ Chicks’ Best Ever Juicy Burgers! Simple to make, packed with flavor, and can be made to fit anyone’s desires!
• The Ultimate Dad Burger from Garlic and Zest is a hefty cheeseburger topped with bacon wrapped onion rings, house made pickles and BBQ sauce—heaven!
• Give Dad a culinary treat with this super tasty Truffle Burger. The recipe from Christina’s Cucina doesn’t require actual truffles, but instead is loaded with sauteed mushrooms, arugula and Brie, and served atop a toasted ciabatta roll spread with a mixture of crème fraîche and truffle zest.
• What’s better than bacon? MORE bacon of course! The Grilled Double Bacon Burgers from The Cookin’ Chicks are bursting with bacon goodness and topped with caramelized onions and creamy white barbecue sauce.
• This Jalapeño Cheddar Burgers recipe from Piper Cooks features a delicious combination of herby grilled patties, sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy spicy jalapeno ranch sauce. 
• The Short Order Cook‘s Grilled Wagyu Burgers lets you enjoy a gourmet burger at home. Ground Wagyu beef, known for its rich flavor and tender texture, is formed into patties and grilled to create a luxurious burger. Just add your favorite toppings!

Chicken

From tangy marinated chicken kebabs, and chicken wings to succulent chicken thighs rubbed with a dry rub, these chicken dishes are bursting with flavor.

• Our Perfect Chicken Kebabs are marinated in Greek yogurt and olive oil, seasoned with lemon and herbs, offering a beautifully charred and tender delight, ideal for any Father’s Day celebration.
• Hawaiian Barbecue Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines sweet and spicy flavors, featuring chicken marinated in pineapple juice and a homemade sauce, perfect for a festive Father’s Day Luau!
• Our Grilled Greek Chicken Skewers is a delicious choice for your BBQ, featuring chicken marinated in a traditional Greek mixture of lemon, garlic, and herbs, grilled to perfection.
• Can you tell we like make food on skewers?! Our Lemon and Thyme Chicken Skewers are a flavorful and juicy choice, marinated in Greek yogurt with fresh thyme and lemon juice, offering a tangy twist that’s perfect for a Father’s Day BBQ.
• This Jalapeno Popper Chicken recipe from The Cookin’ Chicks is packed with flavor and is a great, low-carb way to enjoy Jalapeno Poppers! Perfect for summer grilling season!
• Peanut Butter & Julie’s Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Thighs are guaranteed to become a new favorite in your outdoor grilling rotation. The zesty, herbaceous marinade comes together in minutes in your blender, so it’s easy to make everything ahead of time and then toss the chicken onto the grill whenever you’re ready to eat.
• Learn how to make perfectly Grilled Chicken Wings with Lori from Foxes Loves Lemons. The wings use a simple two-zone grilling technique to ensure they are smoky and crispy on the outside, while being perfectly succulent and juicy on the inside.
• Want a taste of the Caribbean at your cookout? Christina’s Cucina has this authentic Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe directly from a Jamaican chef!
• Fire up the grill and get ready to make the BEST Greek Chicken Kabobs! Evolving Table’s homemade Greek seasoning blend gives the chicken thighs, bell peppers, and onions a ton of flavor.
• Also from Evolving Table, this recipe for Grilled Pineapple Chicken is marinated in a sweet and tangy sauce full of BBQ sauce and pineapple juice. This BBQ Pineapple Chicken is then topped with pineapple pico de gallo for a taste of the tropics.
• This Grilled BBQ Chicken Thighs recipe from Haute & Healthy Living is perfectly sweet and smoky, showcasing chicken thighs marinated and glazed in a simple BBQ sauce, making it a quick and delicious meal. 
• Grateful Meal’s Grilled Margarita Wings features chicken wings that capture the essence of a classic margarita. The wings are marinated in a zesty blend of lime, tequila, and green Tabasco, then grilled to perfection. Pair them with a Classic Margarita on The Rocks!
• Take a trip to Japan with this Chicken Yakitori recipe from The Forked Spoon. The chicken is cut into bite-sized pieces, skewered, and basted with a homemade yakitori sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar, then grilled to perfection. 
• If your dad loves beer and whiskey, then this Smoked Beer Can Chicken recipe from Smoked Meat Sunday is a winner! The process involves brining the chicken in a mix of whiskey, brown sugar, and spices, then cooking it over a beer can on the smoker to achieve a moist inside and crispy skin.

Lamb

Lamb may not be as common as beef, chicken or pork, but is an equally delicious meat to cook on a barbecue grill.

• Our Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Herbes de Provence Crust is a flavorful French-inspired delight, marinated with Dijon mustard, white wine, and Herbes de Provence, then grilled to create a delicious herby crust.
• Grab some lamb mince (ground lamb) and make our Moroccan Lamb Burgers that are infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika. Once grilled to juicy perfection, they are served with a spicy harissa yogurt dressing, creating a flavorful fusion that’s perfect for any BBQ.
• Use more lamb mince to make our Grilled Lamb Meatballs and pop them in a tortilla wrap with grilled Halloumi, tomatoes and onion.
• For a Middle Eastern food experience, try The Sage Apron’s Lamb Skewers. The lamb is marinated in a flavorful homemade bharat—a Lebanese 7 spice blend—and grilled to perfection. Serve with sumac onions and other Middle Eastern sides like Hummus or Pilafi Pourgouri.
• Little Sunny Kitchen’s Grilled Lamb Chops are cooked simply with salt, pepper, and rosemary, but full of flavor.
• Turn cubes of lamb shoulder into Grilled Lamb Tacos from Recipes From A Pantry by using a mix herbs and spices and your favorite taco toppings.
• You can also check out Bintu’s Grilled Lamb Kabobs recipe while on Recipes From A Pantry. The lamb is seasoned with warming spices like cinnamon, cumin, and smoked paprika and ready in under 30 minutes.

Pork

Pork is versatile option that caters to a variety of tastes, allowing you to create everything from succulent pork tenderloin and chops to flavorful ribs that absorb marinades and rubs beautifully.

• Our Charcoal Grilled Pork Chops with Fresh Herbs is a delightful treat, seasoned with basil, rosemary, thyme, and garlic, creating a succulent and aromatic main course perfect for Father’s Day.
• Take a humble pork loin chop and create a delicious BBQ Pork Sandwich. We served it in a warmed bun with grilled apple slices and coleslaw.
• Come with us to Cyprus and make Barbecued Afelia Pork where pork is marinated in red wine and crushed coriander seeds and grilled to infuse rich, aromatic flavors.
• Still in the Greek Cypriot region, learn how to make Souvlaki—pork kebabs—and serve it with home Tzatziki and Pitta Bread.
• Our Baby Back Ribs with Cherry BBQ Sauce is actually made in an Instant Pot®, but is finished off on the grill for extra smokiness and caramelized char.
• Schwenkbraten from My Dinner, is a German dish consisting of a marinated piece of meat that is cooked on a grill.
• This Grilled Greek Ribs Recipe from Food Meanderings combines the aromatic flavors of lemon, garlic, and oregano on tender baby back ribs.
• Sustain My Cooking Habit‘s Grilled Pork Shoulder Recipe presents a simple yet delicious way to prepare pork shoulder steaks on the grill. 
• The Smoked Country Style Pork Ribs recipe from Smoked Meat Sunday showcases a mouthwatering technique for smoking boneless ribs that includes coating them with your favorite BBQ sauce and slow-smoking until they reach perfect succulence!

Seafood

Grilling seafood, such as fish, shrimp, and scallops, adds a delightful smoky flavor to their delicate textures, making them perfect for quick, high-heat cooking that seals in juices and enhances their natural sweetness.

• Our Grilled Chipotle Lime Shrimp Skewers are a lively addition to any BBQ, marinated in a spicy and tangy chipotle-lime mixture and grilled to perfection, ready to be served in tacos or atop a fresh salad.
• For a tropical delight, prepare Grilled Pineapple and Swordfish Kebabs with marinated swordfish and fresh pineapple grilled to perfection.
• If you’ve not tried grilled fresh tuna, you’re in for a treat with our recipe for Grilled Tuna Steaks. Featuring sushi-grade tuna topped with a preserved lemon gremolata, it offers a fresh and zesty flavor that’s perfect for a sophisticated Father’s Day meal.
• Barbecued Whole Fresh Trout is a lighter choice for a barbecue. The fish is seasoned with sea salt and lemon slices, then grilled on foil to infuse a smoky flavor.
• Our Easy Dijon Citrus Salmon with avocado salad is a delightful, light option for your BBQ, pairing grilled salmon marinated in a zesty Dijon citrus dressing with a fresh avocado salad.
• Cook your choice of white fish with our recipe for quick and easy Lemon Lime White Fish. Seasoned with lemon and lime, the fish is cooked in foil packets to yield tender yet succulent fish. Serve with a side salad.
• Garlic Chili Swordfish with Grilled Pineapple and Papaya offers a tropical fusion, perfectly combining the spiciness of garlic-chili marinated swordfish with the sweet notes of grilled pineapple and papaya, creating a colorful and delicious dish ideal for any BBQ celebration.
• This Grilled Salmon Recipe from Fox Loves Lemons takes the fear out of grilling fish by giving you an action plan to cook it perfectly without it sticking to the grill or falling apart.
• Fire up the grill for Homemade In The Kitchen’s Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Teriyaki Kabobs made with a homemade pineapple teriyaki sauce and grilled pineapple.
• The Foodie Physician’s Grilled Mahi Mahi is a superb choice for a healthy and flavorful meal. It features Mahi Mahi fillets seasoned with a simple yet delicious blend of spices then grilled for a few minutes on each side.
• Salmon and Potatoes Foil Packets from Daisies & Pie involves wrapping salmon fillets and thinly sliced potatoes, along with broccoli and a squeeze of lemon, in foil packets. This method ensures the salmon is tender and the potatoes are perfectly cooked, with minimal cleanup required.

Sauces and Marinades

• Our Homemade Dark Cherry Barbecue Sauce is perfect for ribs, chicken and burgers!
• Simply Recipes’ Mediterranean Marinade is ideal for chicken.
• The Guinness Beer Marinade from BBQ Grill Recipes tenderizes and flavors your chicken, so every bite is juicy and delicious. Try it with beef or lamb too.
• Another marinade that’s great for chicken is this Lemon Pepper Marinade from The Oregon Dietitian. It combines zesty lemon juice with black pepper, garlic, and optional fresh parsley for an aromatic and citrusy flavor.
• This White Wine Vinegar Chicken Marinade from Couch Potato Camping is a superb choice for adding zesty flavor to your chicken before grilling.

Vegetarian and Vegan

Meat is very often the mainstay of any cookout, but there is an abundance of vegetarian (and vegan recipes) out there to try, including this selection:

• Use a vibrant mix of your favorite summer vegetables in our recipe for Charcoal Grilled Mediterranean Vegetables. The veggies are marinated in olive oil, herbs, and lemon juice, then grilled to bring out a delicious smoky flavor.
• Our BBQ Portobello Mushroom Burgers is a hearty vegetarian option that combines smoky grilled portobello mushrooms with classic burger toppings for a satisfying meal.
• Grab some firm tofu and make our Ginger Chili Soy Barbecued Tofu. It is a bold and flavorful dish, offering a delightful blend of spicy, sweet, and savory tastes, perfect for vegans and vegetarians looking for something special on the grill.
• Our Sweet Potato & Halloumi Burgers offer a delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors, featuring mashed sweet potatoes mixed with spicy Halloumi cheese, ideal for a unique vegetarian option at your BBQ.
• Chickpea and Cannellini Bean Burgers combines chickpeas and cannellini beans with a blend of spices and herbs, perfectly grilled for a delicious and satisfying plant-based burger.
• Ooh Là Là It’s Vegan’s Portobello Mushroom Burger is stacked high with arugula, sliced tomato, slices of red onion, dairy-free cheese and pickle, then placed in a toasted brioche bun and smothered in smoky homemade chipotle sauce.
• These Avocado Boats from Homemade & Yummy are the perfect start to your Father’s Day celebration. They’re topped with Mexican corn and salsa verde and disappear in a flash!
• For a vegan option, Let’s Go Tomato shares how to make yummy Vegan Mushroom Skewers.

Side Dishes

From creamy coleslaw and potato dishes to grilled veggies and baked beans, you need a side or two to compliment your grilled entree!

• Our Pineapple Coleslaw with Bacon is a sweet and savory side combining crunchy slaw with fresh pineapple and crispy bacon in a tangy dressing.
• Continuing with a tropical theme, our Island Rice Recipe is a delightful blend of long grain and wild, pineapple, mango, bell peppers, and pomegranate seeds, all tossed in a tangy soy-pineapple dressing and garnished with crunchy nuts for a dish that sings with freshness.
• Fully Loaded Mexican Street Corn, featuring a creamy blend of Mexican crema, Cotija cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a festive and flavorful side.
• Who can resist Grilled Corn on the Cob? In this recipe they are brushed with herb and parmesan butter.
• If mayo-based dishes are a no-no for you, try our tangy Carolina Coleslaw Recipe made with a crisp mix of veggies in a zippy apple cider vinaigrette!
• If you love coleslaw, try our super easy Broccoli Slaw Recipe made with broccoli slaw mix tossed with chopped fresh parsley, creamy avocado oil mayonnaise, and tangy apple cider vinegar, seasoned with celery seeds for added depth.
• Set your slow cooker for a flavor adventure with our Sweet & Smoky Slow Cooker Baked Beans with Bacon, a perfect side dish for barbecue.
• Dive into a bowl of our Hawaiian Baked Beans (Luau Lava Beans) where pinto beans meet the tropical tastes of pineapple, enhanced by a duo of BBQ sauces and the savory goodness of bacon lardons, creating a side dish that perfectly captures the spirit of a Hawaiian luau.
• We call this hot bean dish Quick ‘n’ Easy Cowboy Beans because you just dump a few cans of beans into a pan with some aromatics and you’re done!
• Our Barbecued Corn on the Cob is a classic summer favorite, simply grill the corn until golden and slightly charred, then sprinkle with salt to bring out its natural sweetness.
• Garlic and Rosemary New Potatoes is a simple yet flavorful side dish, featuring new potatoes seasoned with fresh garlic and rosemary, then wrapped in foil and grilled to create a deliciously aromatic accompaniment.
• If you want to take grilled corn to a whole new level, then Little Black Skillet’s Smoked Street Corn (Elote) is the recipe for you.
• Bacon Wrapped Asparagus from Dancing In The Rain delivers a mouthwatering combination of smoky bacon and tender asparagus spears. And their Sweet and Spicy Grilled Corn is an easy side dish recipe that will have your guests craving more!
• Dad will love this platter of Grilled Vegetables from What A Girl Eats! Basted in a butter-thyme marinade, they’re also great the next day in sandwiches or salads.
• This Grilled Potatoes recipe from Two Healthy Kitchens delivers deliciously tender and golden-brown potatoes using a clever foil packet technique.
• A Grateful Meal’s Grilled Potato Salad Skewers with Zucchini recipe is a creative twist on traditional potato salad. The dish combines potatoes and zucchini marinated in a flavorful mustard and vinegar dressing, then skewered and grilled.
• Easy Grilled Veggie Skewers from The Forked Spoon offers a colorful and healthy option for any grilling occasion.

Salads

Brighten up your Father’s Day BBQ with a range of delicious salads with potatoes, beans, and pasta to vibrant greens and veggie mixes, ensuring there’s a fresh and flavorful side dish for everyone.

• Our Grilled Corn Salad is a colorful and refreshing side dish perfect for any Father’s Day cookout, featuring grilled corn mixed with cherry tomatoes, avocado, and a zesty lime dressing.
• Made with tender new potatoes dressed in a simple yet flavorful blend of olive oil, lemon juice, and crushed coriander seeds, our warm Cypriot Potato Salad is a must for kebabs!
• Our vibrant Caprese Pasta Salad is tossed with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and a rich homemade pesto.
• A classic side dish is potato salad, here is our take on this recipe: Creamy Red Potato Salad with Fresh Herbs
• Freshen your palate with our Mixed Berry Salad Recipe with Raspberry Vinaigrette
• Sweet watermelon and tangy Feta cheese are combined in our Watermelon Feta Salad, dressed with a zesty lime-cilantro vinaigrette, making it a summertime favorite.
• This light and refreshing Dill Cucumber Salad is the perfect cool companion for any summer meal.
• Packed with flavors of the Mediterranean, our Greek Orzo Salad with Feta features fresh parsley and mint, tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and lashings of olive oil and lemon juice.
• For a super quick salad, buy some antipasti ingredients from the supermarket like roasted peppers, olives, and artichokes and combine them in our Giant Couscous Antipasti Salad.
• Dive into the fresh tastes of Cyprus with this Village Salad, combining ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta in a simple olive oil dressing.
• Our Tomato & Onion Salad is a classic combination of juicy beef tomatoes and crisp red onion rings, drizzled with a tangy dressing of olive oil and red wine vinegar.
• Brighten up your table with a colorful Five Bean Salad, where chickpeas, cannellini, adzuki, black eyed, and butter beans meet in a dance of flavors, dressed in a zesty chili-citrus vinaigrette

Drinks

Quench your thirst with our selection of drinks from iced tea and lemonade to margaritas and more!

• Let’s start super simple with Fruit and Herb Infused Water!
• If dad enjoys a Classic Margarita, he might also enjoy some of our 39 Creative and Unique Margarita Recipes, like Strawberry Lemonade Margaritas.
• If rum is his liquor of choice, how about trying one or two of our 21 Delicious Summer Rum Cocktails?
• There is our Totally Tropical Whiskey Sour Cocktail with 2 Kinds of Whiskey and Buffalo Trace Bourbon Whiskey Spiked Frozen Coke if he’s a whiskey drinker.
• For non-drinkers, make a pitcher of Berry Peach Non-Alcoholic Sangria Mocktail, Ginger Peach Iced Tea, or Passion Tea Lemonade.
• Fresh Orange Mint Lemonade and Watermelon Mint Lemonade are both refreshing and perfect for summer.

Desserts

All good meals have to end with a dessert! Here is a great summer selection to serve when the coals have cooled down.

• Atlantic Beach Pie—a creamy citrus dessert.
• Pineapple Sheet Cake with Crumble Topping—made easy with a box of cake mix and can of crushed pineapple,
• Grilled Fruit and Pound Cake Skewers—cook these before turning off the grill!
• Strawberry Cocktail Cupcakes Recipe With A Vodka Shot Pipette—remove the vodka shot when serving to children and non-drinkers.
• Homemade Peach Cobbler Recipe with No-Churn Vanilla Ice cream—peaches are hard to resist in the summertime.
• Fresh Summer Fruit Salad with Honey-Yogurt Dip—a refreshing light dessert.
• Creamy Banana Frozen Yogurt—so easy to make!
• Limoncello Tiramisu—a summery twist on a classic Italian dessert.
• And finally, our Chocolate Layer Cake with Chocolate Strawberries and Ferrero Rocher is a real showstopper!

As we wrap up our guide to the best BBQ grilling recipes for Father’s Day, we hope you feel inspired to fire up the grill and try out these delicious options.

From savory meats to fresh seafood and vibrant vegetables, there’s something to delight everyone.

Don’t forget to round off the feast with some refreshing drinks and sweet desserts that will surely make your celebration extra special!

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