10 Delicious BBQ Recipes to Impress Your Guests

If you're looking to impress your guests at your next BBQ cookout, then you've come to the right place. We've gathered 10 delicious BBQ recipes that are sure to take your cookout to the next level.

1. Grilled Ribeye Steak

4 Ribeye Steaks (1-inch thick)
2 Tbs. Olive Oil
2 Tbs. Salt
1 Tbs. Black Pepper

Preheat the grill to high heat. Brush both sides of the steaks with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place the steaks on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side for a perfect medium-rare.

2. Smoked Ribs

2 racks of Baby Back Ribs
1 cup BBQ Rub
1 cup BBQ Sauce

Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs, and coat them with the BBQ rub. Smoke the ribs at 225-250°F for about 4-5 hours or until tender. Baste the ribs with BBQ sauce during the last 45 minutes of cooking.

3. Classic Hamburgers

2 lbs. Ground Chuck (80% lean, 20% fat)
Kosher Salt and Pepper, to taste
8 Hamburger Buns

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Form the ground beef into 8 (4-ounce) patties, and season them generously with salt and pepper. Grill the burgers for 3-4 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Serve on buns with your favorite toppings.

4. Beer-Can Chicken

1 Whole Chicken (4-5 lbs.)
2 Tbs. Olive Oil
2 Tbs. BBQ Rub
1 Can of Beer

Preheat the grill to 350°F. Rub the chicken with olive oil and BBQ rub, and place onto a half-full can of beer (make sure the can is inside a drip pan). Cook for 60-90 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

5. Grilled Shrimp Skewers

2 lbs. Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
2 Tbs. Olive Oil
4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
1 Tbs. Paprika
1 Tbs. Salt
1 Lemon (juiced)

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the shrimp onto skewers, and brush with olive oil. Combine the minced garlic, paprika, and salt in a small bowl, and sprinkle it over the shrimp skewers. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.

6. Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

12 Jalapeño Peppers
8 oz. Cream Cheese
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
12 slices of Bacon

Preheat the grill to 375°F. Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Mix together the cream cheese and cheddar cheese, and stuff each jalapeño half with the mixture. Wrap each jalapeño half with a slice of bacon, and place them onto the grill. Cook for 18-20 minutes, flipping once, or until the bacon is crispy.

7. Grilled Corn on the Cob

8 ears of Corn
4 Tbs. Butter (melted)
1 Tbs. Paprika
1 Tbs. Cumin
1 tsp. Salt

Preheat the grill to medium heat. Brush each ear of corn with melted butter, and season with paprika, cumin, and salt. Place the corn onto the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the corn is lightly charred.

8. BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

12 Chicken Drumsticks
1 cup BBQ Sauce
1 Tbs. Onion Powder
1 Tbs. Garlic Powder

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken drumsticks with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Grill the chicken for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, and baste with BBQ sauce during the last 5-10 minutes of cooking.

9. Grilled Vegetable Skewers

2 Yellow Squash (cut into chunks)
2 Zucchini (cut into chunks)
1 Red Onion (cut into chunks)
2 Bell Peppers (cut into chunks)
2 Tbs. Olive Oil
1 Tbs. Garlic Powder
1 tsp. Salt

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the vegetables onto skewers and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder and salt. Grill for 10-12 minutes or until the vegetables are slightly charred.

10. BBQ Pulled Pork

4 lbs. Pork Shoulder
2 Tbs. BBQ Rub
1 cup BBQ Sauce

Rub the pork shoulder with BBQ rub, and smoke at 225-250°F for 6-8 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 195-205°F. Let the pork rest for 30 minutes, and shred with two forks. Mix in BBQ sauce to taste.

So there you have it, 10 delicious BBQ recipes that will definitely impress your guests at your next get-together. Which recipe will you try first?