Pellet grills are becoming increasingly popular because of their ability to provide a consistent heat for cooking. This makes them perfect for smoking meats and other dishes. If you’re looking to add a pellet grill to your cooking arsenal, here are a few recipes that will help you get started.
Honey BBQ Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your pellet grill to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and black pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a large resealable bag and pour the honey BBQ sauce mixture over top. Seal the bag and massage the chicken to coat evenly.
- Grill for 25-30 minutes, flipping once, or until cooked through.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Grilled Pork Loin with Peach Barbecue Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pork loin, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup peach barbecue sauce
Directions
- Preheat your pellet grill to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the pork loin.
- Grill the pork loin for about 25 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Brush the barbecue sauce on top of the pork and continue grilling for another 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized.
Grilled Chicken with Strawberry Salsa Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup strawberry salsa
Directions
- Preheat your pellet grill to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Grill the chicken breasts for about 25 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Serve with a dollop of strawberry salsa on top.
Grilled Vegetables with Chimichurri Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 zucchini, sliced into thin strips
- 1 summer squash, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chimichurri sauce
Directions
- Preheat your pellet grill to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, squash, red onion, bell pepper, olive oil, and chimichurri sauce. Toss to coat.
- Grill for 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Serve with the remaining chimichurri sauce on the side.
Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 salmon filet, skin removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup lemon butter sauce
Directions
- Preheat your pellet grill to 350°F.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the salmon filet.
- Grill for about 20 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Serve with a dollop of lemon butter sauce on top.
