Chicken dinners often get a bad rap for being the boring fallback meal, but not anymore! These grilled chicken recipes are here to change that. Packed with bold flavors and unexpected twists, these dishes will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about grilled chicken. They’re perfect for quick weeknight dinners or hosting a BBQ with friends.
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken
This grilled Hawaiian chicken is stuffed with ham, fresh pineapple, and melted smoked cheese with a sticky sweet teriyaki glaze. A great choice for solving boring meals with a burst of tropical flavors.
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Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Save time and money by making homemade Chick-Fil-A Grilled Chicken Nuggets. This copycat recipe is quick, easy, and made with just a handful of ingredients, perfect for a delicious dinner that’s anything but dull.
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Grilled Whole Chicken
Grilled whole chicken brings a whole new level of flavor to your dinner table. It’s juicy, flavorful, and perfect for impressing guests without much effort.
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Grilled Chicken Wrap
Enjoy the flavors of a grilled chicken wrap filled with avocado spread, feta cheese, and a mix of chopped vegetables. Quick and easy, these wraps are great for a satisfying lunch or light dinner that breaks the monotony.
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Italian Grilled Chicken
Italian grilled chicken boasts a tender, savory flavor with a sweet tangy finish. Inspired by Carrabba’s Italian Grill, this recipe uses a unique signature seasoning and fresh ingredients, perfect for making dinner exciting again.
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Korean Kimchi Chicken
In this Korean kimchi chicken recipe, chicken thighs are marinated in an Asian-style sauce with flavors of kimchi and gochujang, then grilled and basted until caramelized. A great way to add some spice and excitement to your meals.
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Grilled Italian Chicken Breasts
Grilled Italian chicken breasts with a flavorful marinade are a staple in our house, especially in the spring and summer. This recipe ensures juicy chicken breast every time and pairs well with many other flavors, making dinner anything but boring.
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Grilled Honey Mustard Chicken Drumsticks
Grilled honey mustard chicken drumsticks are the main entrée you need in your life. The sweet tangy marinade and easy preparation make these a crowd favorite, perfect for a simple yet flavorful dinner.
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Grilled BBQ Chicken Stuffed Peppers
These grilled BBQ chicken stuffed peppers put a fun spin on a classic recipe. With pulled chicken, cauliflower rice, onion, BBQ sauce, and creamy dairy-free ranch, they come together in 30 minutes or less, solving your dinner dilemma quickly.
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Easy Grilled Bruschetta Chicken
Easy grilled bruschetta chicken is a delicious summertime meal with minimal ingredients. This chicken dish tastes fresh and can be prepared quickly, perfect for a dinner that doesn’t feel like a chore.
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Grilled Chicken Kabobs
Learn how to make tender, juicy grilled chicken kabobs in a few easy steps. Flavored with a simple marinade, these kabobs can be prepped ahead or assembled last minute for a healthy, flavorful meal that’s anything but boring.
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Perfect Grilled Chicken Thighs
An easy grilled chicken thighs recipe you can make in no time. Chicken thighs on the grill are delicious, healthy, and quick to make, perfect for a simple yet satisfying dinner.
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Grilled Chicken Quesadilla
Chicken quesadillas are extra delicious when placed on a hot grill to brown. The added crispiness to the tortilla pairs well with the melty interior of cheese, peppers, onions, and chicken, making it a fun and flavorful dinner option.
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Grilled Lemon Chicken
Grilled lemon chicken is made with minimal ingredients and a zesty marinade for a refreshing flavor. It’s ready in just 15 minutes on the grill and pairs well with grilled veggies and potatoes, making it a perfect quick dinner.
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Grilled Chicken Caprese
Grilled chicken caprese is easy to make and packed with flavor. This one-and-done dinner includes grilled zucchini, so there’s virtually no cleanup and only a few minutes of prep work, solving your dinner problems effortlessly.
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Grilled Balsamic Bruschetta Chicken
We make this grilled balsamic bruschetta chicken all summer long. It’s perfect for tomato season and easy enough for a weeknight, yet impressive enough for entertaining, bringing excitement back to your dinner table.
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The Best Grilled Chicken Legs
These grilled chicken legs are a flavorful way to change up your usual grilled chicken. The juicy sauce is incredibly tasty and super easy, making this recipe stand out from all the rest and solving boring dinner dilemmas.
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Grilled Honey Dijon Chicken
Slather this perfectly grilled protein in your favorite homemade salad dressing. Grilled honey dijon chicken is tangy and sweet, lightening up your next barbecue and making dinner exciting again.
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Grilled BBQ Chicken Salad
Whip up this grilled BBQ chicken salad with festive ingredients like tortilla strips, juicy grilled chicken, jalapenos, black beans, avocado, and cheese, all coated in a tasty dressing. Perfect for a wholesome lunch or as part of a spread at your next gathering.
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The Best Greek Chicken Marinade
Bring all the classic Greek flavors to your kitchen table with this easy and delicious Greek chicken marinade. Made with lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, this marinade takes just minutes to whip together and calls for only a handful of fresh and healthy ingredients.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
