When you think of grilled chicken, do you picture a plain ‘ol chicken breast slapped on the grill? Think again.
You’ve got so many options to elevate grilled chicken, from unexpected seasonings to crowd-pleasing presentations. Read on for nine easy grilled chicken recipes — from smoky-sweet drumsticks to beer can chickens and more — that will keep you inspired all summer long.
Grilled Chicken and Vegetable Kebabs
You already love the ease and convenience of one-pan meals. So why not cook up this one-grill dinner? Chicken, corn and other veggies combine to make these kebabs a complete meal. Each bite is bursting with flavour, thanks to La Grille Montreal Chicken Seasoning. This seasoning works with any type of veggie, so feel free to mix it up. Try adding mushrooms, Brussels sprouts or fennel — whatever’s in your fridge.
Beer Can Chicken
Grilling experts agree: Beer can chicken is the best. The beer evaporates as the chicken cooks, steaming the inside of the chicken and infusing it with flavour. The result is the best of both worlds: A crispy, smoky skin from grilling, and moist, juicy meat underneath. Don’t worry: This recipe is still kid-friendly, as the alcohol cooks off during grilling.
Chicken Spedini
Spedini is Italian for “meat cooked on a skewer,” and these chicken spedini are the ideal way to transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean. They get their irresistible flavour from Barbecue Chicken Seasoning — a blend of spices, onion, garlic and seasoned salt — and go with just about anything. Serve ‘em over your favorite grilled veggies or on a bed of rice with a side salad.
Smoky Ranchero Chicken Lollipops
Sweet, smoky and savoury — these drumsticks have got it all. They’re seasoned with Southwest-inspired Smoky Ranchero Seasoning, plus a homemade pineapple glaze for a pop of natural sweetness. The “lollipop” presentation looks fancy, but takes just a few minutes to create. The result is a showstopper of an entree that’s sure to become a new cookout staple in your home.
Smokehouse Maple Grilled Chicken
If you’re craving more smokiness, try these delicious smoky maple chicken breasts. They’re perfect for weeknights because they require just two minutes of prep — yes, you read that right! — thanks to La Grille Smokehouse Maple Flavoured Wet Rub. Try making up a big batch for easy meal prep. The leftovers taste great in salads, sandwiches, wraps, grain bowls or on pizza.
Szechuan Chicken Strips
This is it: The takeout-inspired meal you’ll want to make over and over. Grilled chicken gets a serious flavour upgrade from a homemade dressing and marinade, featuring staples like hoisin sauce and Sweet Red Chili Sauce. A bed of broccoli slaw is crunchy and refreshing, making this the perfect “sit out on the deck” dinner.
Dijon Herb Spatchcock Chicken and Potatoes
If you’re intimidated by grilling a whole chicken, give this recipe a try. Spatchcocking — removing the spine to flatten the chicken — allows the meat to grill faster and more evenly so each bite is juicy and moist. A quick and delicious dijon herb rub, made from French's Stone Ground Dijon Mustard and La Grille Garlic & Crushed Herbs Seasoning, infuses each bite with savoury flavour. Plus, grilling the potatoes along with the chicken makes this an easy meal, ideal for busy weekends or low-stress entertaining.
Montreal Backyard Chicken
Whether you’re craving a laid-back dinner or hosting the BBQ of the summer, this Montreal chicken recipe deserves a spot on your menu. It uses a reverse sear method: You grill the chicken low and slow for fall-off-the-bone tender meat, then finish up with a sear on high heat for the crispy skin you love. Montreal Chicken Wet Rub adds all the flavour you love in an instant, so you can get your chicken on the grill in minutes.
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