15 Grilled Chicken Dinner Recipe Ideas

Grilled chicken is one of my go-to meals when I want something easy, flavorful, and filling. Whether cooking on the grill outside or using a grill pan in the kitchen, it always comes out juicy and satisfying. Grilled chicken works with just about anything, from light salads to hearty mains.

Here are 15 grilled chicken dinner ideas that I love making for weeknights, weekends, or whenever I want something simple and tasty.

1. Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken

This zesty grilled chicken is marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, making it juicy, bright, and full of flavor—perfect with rice, salad, or roasted veggies.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~30 minutes (plus marinating)
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2. 1/4 cup olive oil
3. Juice of 2 lemons
4. 3 cloves garlic, minced
5. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
6. 1/2 teaspoon salt
7. 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Recipe Steps:

1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours).
3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
4. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side or until cooked through.
5. Let rest a few minutes before serving.

2. BBQ Grilled Chicken

Sweet and smoky BBQ grilled chicken is a backyard classic and always a crowd-pleaser.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 bone-in chicken thighs
2. 1 cup barbecue sauce
3. Salt and pepper

Recipe Steps:

1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Grill over medium heat for 6–8 minutes per side.
3. During the last 5 minutes, brush with BBQ sauce and grill until lightly charred.
4. Serve with extra sauce on the side.

3. Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

Juicy grilled chicken slices top this crisp Caesar salad with homemade or store-bought dressing.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~20 minutes
• Servings: 2

Ingredients:

1. 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
2. 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
3. 1/2 cup croutons
4. 1/4 cup Parmesan, shaved
5. Caesar dressing

Recipe Steps:

1. Grill chicken until done and slice.
2. Toss lettuce with dressing, croutons, and Parmesan.
3. Top with warm chicken slices and serve.

4. Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken

This chicken is sweet, tangy, and slightly smoky—great with roasted veggies or potatoes.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~25 minutes (plus marinating)
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 chicken thighs
2. 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3. 2 tablespoons honey
4. 1 tablespoon olive oil
5. Salt and pepper

Recipe Steps:

1. Mix mustard, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Coat chicken and marinate for 30 minutes.
3. Grill 6–8 minutes per side until cooked through.
4. Serve with a spoonful of sauce if desired.

5. Grilled Chicken Tacos

Tender grilled chicken wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with your favorite taco fixings.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~30 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
2. 8 small tortillas
3. Toppings: lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream, salsa
4. Recipe Steps:
5. Grill and slice chicken.
6. Warm tortillas and fill with chicken.
7. Add toppings and serve.

6. Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Bowls

A healthy dinner idea loaded with grilled chicken, rice, veggies, and tzatziki.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~30 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
2. 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
3. 1 cup chopped cucumber
4. 1 cup cherry tomatoes
5. 1/2 cup feta cheese
6. 1/2 cup tzatziki

Recipe Steps:

1. Grill and slice chicken.
2. Assemble bowls with rice, veggies, feta, and chicken.
3. Add a dollop of tzatziki and serve.

7. Teriyaki Grilled Chicken

Sticky-sweet teriyaki glaze makes this chicken rich, flavorful, and great over steamed rice.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 boneless chicken thighs
2. 1/4 cup soy sauce
3. 2 tablespoons honey
4. 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
5. 1 garlic clove, minced
6. 1 teaspoon grated ginger

Recipe Steps:

1. Mix soy sauce, honey, vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
2. Marinate chicken for 20 minutes.
3. Grill for 6–7 minutes per side.
4. Brush with leftover marinade while grilling.

8. Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa

Sweet and spicy mango salsa brightens up simple grilled chicken for a tropical touch.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 grilled chicken breasts
2. 1 mango, diced
3. 1/4 cup red onion, diced
4. 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
5. 1 tablespoon lime juice
6. Salt

Recipe Steps:

1. Mix mango, onion, pepper, lime juice, and salt for salsa.
2. Grill chicken and serve with salsa spooned on top.

9. Grilled Chicken Fajitas

Sizzling grilled chicken with peppers and onions, served in warm tortillas.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~30 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 2 chicken breasts, sliced
2. 1 red bell pepper, sliced
3. 1 green bell pepper, sliced
4. 1/2 onion, sliced
5. 1 tablespoon olive oil
6. Fajita seasoning

Recipe Steps:

1. Toss everything in oil and seasoning.
2. Grill chicken and veggies until charred and tender.
3. Serve in tortillas with toppings.

10. Grilled Chicken and Veggie Skewers

Colorful skewers of chicken and veggies make a fun and easy dinner.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~30 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 2 chicken breasts, cubed
2. Bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, cherry tomatoes
3. 2 tablespoons olive oil
4. Salt, pepper, garlic powder

Recipe Steps:

1. Thread chicken and veggies onto skewers.
2. Brush with olive oil and season.
3. Grill for 8–10 minutes, turning often.

11. Balsamic Grilled Chicken

The tangy-sweet balsamic marinade gives this chicken a rich, deep flavor.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~30 minutes (plus marinating)
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 chicken thighs
2. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3. 2 tablespoons olive oil
4. 1 garlic clove, minced
5. Salt and pepper

Recipe Steps:

1. Marinate chicken in all ingredients for 1–2 hours.
2. Grill 6–8 minutes per side.
3. Serve with roasted vegetables or salad.

12. Grilled Chicken Pesto Pasta

Tender chicken served over pesto pasta makes for a fresh and filling dinner.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
2. 8 oz pasta, cooked
3. 1/4 cup pesto
4. Parmesan, optional

Recipe Steps:

1. Grill and slice chicken.
2. Toss cooked pasta with pesto.
3. Top with chicken and sprinkle with cheese.

13. Grilled Chicken Sandwiches

A simple grilled chicken sandwich with lettuce, tomato, and your favorite sauce.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~20 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 4 grilled chicken breasts
2. 4 sandwich buns
3. Lettuce, tomato slices
4. Mayo, mustard, or sauce of choice

Recipe Steps:

1. Grill chicken and lightly toast buns.
2. Assemble sandwiches with toppings and sauces.
3. Serve warm.

14. Grilled Chicken Alfredo

Creamy Alfredo pairs surprisingly well with smoky grilled chicken for a comfort-food twist.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
2. 8 oz fettuccine, cooked
3. 1 cup Alfredo sauce
4. Parmesan for garnish

Recipe Steps:

1. Heat Alfredo sauce and toss with cooked pasta.
2. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
3. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.

15. Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad

A bold salad with grilled chicken, corn, black beans, avocado, and a lime dressing.

Recipe Metadata:

• Time to Make: ~25 minutes
• Servings: 4

Ingredients:

1. 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
2. 4 cups romaine or mixed greens
3. 1/2 cup black beans
4. 1/2 cup corn
5. 1 avocado, diced
6. Lime vinaigrette

Recipe Steps:

1. Toss salad ingredients together.
2. Top with warm grilled chicken.
3. Drizzle with lime dressing and serve.