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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    32 Sizzling Grill Recipes to Light Up Your Fourth of July

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 29, 2024, updated June 27, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    This collection of 32 recipes will take your Independence Day cookout to the next level. From classic burgers to veggie forward dishes, you'll find a variety of options to please every guest at your Fourth of July barbecue. Fire up the grill and get ready to create a memorable feast for your family and friends!

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich

    Grilled chicken sandwich.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This juicy grilled chicken sandwich comes together in no time and is perfect for any backyard barbecue. A simple marinade makes the chicken perfectly tender on the inside with beautiful charred grill marks on the outside!

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    Shrimp Kabobs

    Shrimp Kabobs.
    Photo credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    Fresh shrimp and vegetables are seasoned and grilled, then finished off with a banana pepper sauce for a light and fresh meal with zesty flavors.

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    Grilled Lemon Basil Chicken

    Grilled lemon chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Make the best Lemon Chicken Marinade in just a few minutes with simple, healthy, ingredients. It's great for grilling, pan frying and oven baking. With olive oil, lemon & basil the chicken comes out so juicy, tender and loaded with flavor.

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    Salmon Burgers

    Quick and Easy Salmon Burger Recipe
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This easy salmon burger comes together in about 20 minutes and is loaded with flaky roasted salmon, fresh herbs, and lemon zest for a fun new burger everyone will love!

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    Chicken Tikka Kebabs

    Chicken Tikka Kebab
    Photo Credit: Piping Pot Curry.

    These Chicken Tikka Kebabs are a delicious appetizer or main course packed full of flavor. They start out with chicken pieces marinated in yogurt along with lime juice and aromatic spices, that are then threaded onto skewers and cooked to perfection.

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    Grilled Halloumi & Watermelon Salad

    Grilled Halloumi & Watermelon Salad
    Photo Credit: The Food Blog.

    This is a perfect summer meal on its own, or alongside any grilled meats, chicken, or fish.

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    Mexican Chicken Marinade

    Air fryer chicken legs.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This zesty Mexican Chicken Marinade recipe is a quick, flavor-packed addition to your dinner. Bursting with vibrant spices and tangy citrus, it will transform ordinary chicken into a super tender fiesta of flavors.

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    Citrus Herb Grilled Shrimp

    Citrus Herb Grilled Shrimp.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks.

    This quick and tasty recipe is a simple, yet flavorful meal that's great for entertaining. It can be served as an appetizer or entree and is always a crowd pleaser.

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    Spicy Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake

    GRILLED SPICY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN LIME-SCENTED CAKE.
    Photo credit: Eat the Love.

    Fresh grilled pineapple gives this lime-scented cake a hint of smoky upscale flavor. The sprinkling of spicy Korean pepper elevates the cake even further, making it an elegant and sophisticated take on the traditional upside down pineapple cake.

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    Grilled Veggie Pasta

    Grilled veggie pasta.
    Photo credit: Healing Tomato.

    This veggie pasta dish made from red lentil noodles is the perfect base for a grilled vegetable pasta dinner. Mixed with a simple vegan butter sauce and herbs, this pasta is a fun recipe to make for weeknight dinner.

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    Grilled Chicken Thighs

    Grilled Chicken Thighs with fresh herbs.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This easy recipe is quick and filled with flavor. The marinade comes together in just minutes with pantry staple spices, then a quick flip-flop on the grill, and dinner is done!

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    Grilled Rib Eye

    Grilled Rib Eye
    Photo Credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    Want a kick-ass grilled steak for that protein fix? This rib eye has smoked salt and charred vegetables to please all the meat lovers, whether they are following the diet or not.

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    Ginger Honey Marinade

    A jar of honey ginger marinade or salad dressing.
    Photo credit: Bowl of Delicious.

    This fresh Ginger and Honey marinade is sweet, tangy, and loaded with the zesty, spicy taste of fresh ginger, and it’s one of the simplest and easiest marinades to make from scratch. You can also use it as a salad dressing, so why not serve your grilled ginger honey chicken with a salad dressed with the same!

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    Lemon Garlic Grilled Chicken

    Lemon garlic chicken.
    Photo credit: Two Healthy Kitchens.

    This super easy and wonderfully flavorful marinade for grilled chicken will become your go-to grilling recipe! Featuring ingredients you’ve already got in your pantry, dinner will be marinating in no time, and ready to grill when you are.

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    Grilled Rosemary Shrimp

    Grilled Rosemary Shrimp
    Photo Credit: What a Girl Eats.

    Grilled rosemary shrimp are so easy to make, and packed with flavor!

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    Grilled Chicken Drumsticks

    Grilled chicken drumsticks.
    Photo credit: Jamil Ghar.

    Are you looking for a tasty excuse to fire up the grill? Grilled chicken drumsticks are just what you’re looking for! These smoky, well-seasoned chicken legs are a healthy and delicious way to get a meal on the table that everyone will love. And the best part? They’re perfect for meal prep!

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    Umami Burgers

    Umami Burgers.
    Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

    Juicy beef and pork burgers recipe, made with ground pork and beef, seasoned with miso and seasonings for some extra umami flavor.

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    Cajun Chicken Foil Packs

    Cajun Chicken Foil Packets.
    Photo credit: Camp Grill Eat.

    These foil packets are an easy grilling meal made with boneless chicken thighs and sliced peppers and onions that are gently infused with Cajun seasoning. They're a mess-free meal that's ready in 30 minutes!

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    Mango and Grilled Shrimp

    Mango and Grilled Shrimp Appetizers
    Photo Credit: The Flavor Bender.

    Juicy, delicious, and Asian-spiced with sweet mangos and crackers - this is an easy, flavourful dish, perfect for summer entertaining!

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    Balsamic Marinated Chicken

    Balsamic marinated chicken.
    Photo credit: Striped Spatula.

    Say goodbye to dry, “boring” chicken! This juicy, flavorful Balsamic Marinated Chicken is easy to make and prep ahead for weeknight dinners. Use it to make an impressive entree chicken salad, or serve it on its own with your favorite sides. This versatile balsamic chicken marinade is great for grilling, baking, or air frying!

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    Grilled Cheesy Tomatoes

    Grilled Tomatoes and Cheese
    Photo Credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Full of flavor, these grilled tomatoes with cheese will be your new favorite appetizer or side dish. Juicy tomatoes and feta cheese are grilled on the BBQ, roasted in the oven, or baked in the air fryer.

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    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

    Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
    Photo Credit: Pups With Chopsticks.

    This Grilled Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken is incredibly quick and easy to prepare, loaded with flavor from a lemongrass chicken marinade and grilled to perfection to give you a delicious sweet and savory, juicy grilled chicken that can be served in many different ways.

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    Grilled Vegetable Platter with Lemon-Feta Sauce

    A plate full of grilled veggies with two dip sauces.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    For easy, summer entertaining, make a giant platter of grilled vegetables and dip ahead of time. Your guests will love it!

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    Copycat Chiavetta's Marinade

    Grilled chicken.
    Photo credit: An Edible Mosaic.

    Chiavetta’s chicken marinade is a Buffalo, New York tradition that yields tender, moist, and juicy meat. It’s made from pantry staples that you probably have in your kitchen right now!

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    Coconut Curry Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce

    Chicken skewers with peanut sauce.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    These coconut curry chicken skewers take just minutes to throw together and are loaded with unique flavors that your family will love. Toss them on the grill or a cast iron griddle for a few minutes on each side, serve with creamy peanut sauce, and enjoy!

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    Grilled Halloumi & Peaches

    Grilled halloumi and peaches.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks.

    Here's a simple spring and summer meal that's fresh, healthy and absolutely delicious! Salty Halloumi cheese turns crispy and melty on the grill, making it a perfect pair for the jammy, sweet charred peaches. A hefty mound of arugula, spicy jalapeños and a sweet and tangy honey lemon vinaigrette bring it all together for an awesome salad that's great for dinner, lunch or even brunch!

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    Greek Chicken Souvlaki

    Chicken souvlaki.
    Photo credit: Recipes from Europe.

    Chicken Souvlaki is a classic Greek dish that often needs little introduction! Made from fresh chicken marinated in a simple blend of oil and spices, souvlaki is then placed on skewers and grilled to perfection.

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    Grilled Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

    Fish tacos.
    Photo credit: Sweet Tea and Thyme.

    The combination of perfectly grilled flaky white fish and sweet 'n' spicy mango salsa is a match made in heaven - the flavors are so bold and vibrant that you'll be craving these tacos all week long.

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    Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Apples And Sage

    Grilled Pork Tenderloin With Apples And Sage
    Photo Credit: Just a Little Bit of Bacon.

    Grilling is at its best with this easy grilled pork tenderloin which is paired with grilled apple slices and fresh sage.

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    Grilled Salmon with Sour Cream

    Grilled Salmon with Sour Cream
    Photo Credit: Girl Gone Gourmet.

    This easy salmon recipe only takes 20 minutes but tastes like a restaurant dish. The sauce for the grilled salmon is a simple sour cream sauce with thyme that takes about a minute to make! It’s a simple and delicious dinner.

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    Flat Iron Steak with Creamy Peruvian Green Sauce (Aji Verde)

    Flat Iron Steak with Creamy Peruvian Green Sauce (Aji Verde)
    Photo Credit: Foodess.

    A juicy, flavourful flat iron steak recipe for the grill. Top it with a delicious creamy-spicy Peruvian green sauce, called Aji Verde.

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    The Best Chicken Street Tacos

    The Best Chicken Street Tacos Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    With fewer than 10 ingredients, these chicken street tacos come together quickly and easily for a delicious weeknight meal. Marinate the chicken in my zesty, tangy marinade made with homemade chicken taco seasoning, grill the chicken breast, and dinner is done!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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