For Father’s Day, head outside and prepare a meal using the grill. We’ve gathered an assortment of Father’s Day cookout ideas that can all be prepared outdoors and will help you plan a delicious meal for Dad. Grilled recipes like bourbon pork tenderloin, tender ribs, smoky grilled steak, cedar plank salmon, grilled kielbasa skewers, and beer brats are easy and flavorful. Cookout classics like grilled corn, potatoes, and summer vegetables will help you round out a menu. If Dad likes dessert, we’ve also included grilled sweets like pineapple pound cake and boozy grilled peaches to end the meal with a treat.
Grilled Guinness Stout Chicken With Potatoes and Vegetables
“Easy to prepare, tender, moist grilled chicken. Perfect to take to picnics, tailgate parties, and grillouts. The beer is what keeps the chicken moist. I add my potatoes and vegetables to the pan drippings to cook.” – Mary
One of the Greatest Grilled Burger Recipes
“This is one grill-out recipe that my husband, kids, and friends have declared a must-have. It is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser every time, and you’ll never have a dried-out burger again!” – Brooke
Cedar Plank Salmon
“The product of some lake house weekend cooking creativity. This recipe has evolved to become a family favorite – and don’t underestimate the salmon salad you could make from leftovers.” – Brad
Elmer’s Bar-B-Que Sauce & Char-Grilled Chicken
“My daddy was the best outdoor bar-b-que cook I knew. When it came to chicken or ribs on the grill, he was the king. He often cooked out on a job site and invite the people he did business with to eat. This is his recipe I learned by his side to make.” – Jamie
Grilled Florida Style Chicken
“Love this grilling sauce as it is not a red or tomato-based sauce. It has been a family favorite for generations. Each generation has experimented with the basic sauce to create interesting variations… my personal favorite is to add 1/2 cup of lime juice and 1/2 cup tequila in place of vinegar.” – Elizabeth
Bold Tastin’ Grilled Steak
“This was a favorite when I was growing up! We rarely had meat, but when we did, we sure loved the bold flavors this marinade brought out.” – Ashley
Grilled Fresh Green Beans
“This bean and veggie combination is even more delicious cooked outside on the grill. Leave the bacon out for a healthier/vegetarian dish.” – Lynn
Grilled Corn On The Cob
“Honestly, you don’t necessarily have to grill this corn. You can boil it first, drain it, and then roll it in the seasonings if you prefer not to grill it.” – Amanda
Jamie’s Grilled Hobo Potatoes
“It’s grilling time again, and I like to have most of my food prepared outside on the grill. I love the flavor of food cooked over charcoal. This is my favorite way to make a side dish of my new red potatoes. Serve with your favorite BBQ meal. Tonight, I was in the mood for an old-fashioned plain cheeseburger. I served these potatoes with a side of stewed squash out of the garden today.” – jamie
Grilled Garlic Shrimp in Foil
“Grilling shrimp in foil is easy and fit for a king (or queen).” – Daune
Drunken Grilled Peaches
“These drunken grilled peaches are finger-licking good.” – Lorna
Grill Chicken Thighs w/ White Barbecue Sauce
“The flavor of the rub and the sauce is wonderful. They go so great together. I know most would not think of a white barbecue sauce, but this one is great. Serve chicken with grilled corn and some grilled zucchini; yummy. You will not be disappointed with this meal.” – Missy
Grilled Vegetables with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Glaze
“My mom and grandmother would make this when they had leftover veggies that they couldn’t use, or it wasn’t enough to make a complete dish. I’ve seen this done on so many cooking shows and have made it so often. It never really makes it to the dinner table!” – Denise
Bourbon Molasses-Glazed Grilled Pork Tenderloin
“I love to cook tenderloins. They are all meat and so tender and good. Marinating them in bourbon, molasses, and coffee just makes them better.” – Marsha
Grilled Squash With Balsamic Drizzle
“I love all types of squash and I love to grill. The balsamic reduction adds just the right tanginess.” – Sherri
Grilled Pineapple Pound Cake
“My sister cannot get enough of this. Whenever I am grilling, you better believe she is asking if I am making this for dessert. I think she would prefer to have it over anything else, and it’s so super simple to make.” – Christa
Grilled Fish Tacos With Chipotle Crema
“In the words of my little brother, these tacos are freakin’ bomb! and I would have to agree.” – Lauren
Wowribs
“This makes a wonderful, tender moist rib that even when you are full, you come back for more. These are great served with baked beans and corn on the cob.” – Susan
Grilled Potatoes
“These potatoes are so easy to make and delicious! The secret is to microwave them for a few minutes until they are starting to soften.” – Karen
Brats & Beer On The Grill
“Here’s a great delicious way to cook up those bratwursts when you want a really tasty bratwurst.” – Cheryl
Grilled Kielbasa Skewers
“Very easy and can use a wide variety of your favorite vegetables.” – Lynette
Grilled BBQ Chicken
“This is a general recipe for juicy grilled chicken that can be changed by the spices you use. You can use basic BBQ flavored spices or go with a Greek, Indian, Italian, or Mexican profile just by changing the spices you add.” – Rhonda
Balsamic Grilled Flank Steak Caprese
“Balsamic grilled flank steak topped with blistered tomatoes and fresh mozzarella Caprese!” – Kevin