Beat the heat by leaving your oven off this Summer and mixing up your family's dinner routine [1] with some delicious grilled chicken recipes that can be thrown straight onto the BBQ. From pastas and salads to tacos [2] and skewers, there are a bunch of different ways to spruce up a chicken breast for a family dinner al fresco.
Scroll through for 17 recipes we can't wait to make for our families this Summer.
Avocado Ranch Chicken
What kid doesn't love a dollop of ranch dressing? These chicken skewers [3] are generously doused with avocado ranch and can be served up with a few slices of fresh avocado.
Mexican Grilled Chicken Tacos
Make taco night more summery with this Mexican grilled chicken [4] recipe.
Balsamic Grilled Chicken Topped With Caprese Salad
This chicken dish [5] is topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic vinegar.
Italian Marinated Grilled Chicken and Zucchini
Even the zucchini accompanying this marinated Italian chicken [6] is grilled, making dinnertime a breeze.
Caprese Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Even the pickiest of eaters [7] can get on board with a sandwich topped with grilled chicken [8], tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese.
Grilled Chicken Pita Flatbreads
Flatbreads are a great way to shake up dinner time and avoid pizza takeout every week. This one is topped with grilled chicken and creamy feta cheese [9].
Honey Chipotle BBQ Chicken Skewers
This chicken dish [10] can be served with your kids' other BBQ favorites — like corn on the cob and coleslaw!
Bruschetta Grilled Chicken Zoodle Bowls
Keep the oven and the stove off with this meal — substitute zucchini noodles (zoodles) for pasta, and top the dish with fresh bruschetta chicken [11].
Grilled Chicken Caesar Wraps
Wrap up [12] your grilled chicken with lettuce, parmesan, and your family's favorite caesar dressing.
BBQ Chicken Salad
Keep dinner cool and fresh with a colorful salad topped with BBQ grilled chicken [13].
Grilled Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Wraps
These pineapple chicken wraps [14] combine sweet and savory for a pita wrap your kids will want to eat at every meal.
Hoisin Glazed Grilled Chicken
This is grilled chicken with an Asian spin [15], meaning you can avoid not only the oven, but spending money on takeout!
Greek Grilled Chicken and Hummus Wrap
Combine the best elements of Greek salad [16] into a pita wrap spread with hummus [17] for a quick dinner (or even lunch!).
Coconut Marinated Grilled Chicken
This delicious chicken [18] pairs perfectly with a fresh Summer salad and a bit of rice!
Monterey Chicken Sandwiches
These Monterey chicken sandwiches [19] can be topped with each person's favorite burger toppings!
Hawaiian Pineapple Coconut Chicken Skewers
These chicken skewers [20] are great for throwing on the BBQ for a quick yet healthy dinner that the whole family will love.
Grilled Thai Mango Chicken
This fruity chicken [21] has a Thai twist and is bound to become a new favorite for your kiddos.