If you’re looking for the most delicious thing to fire up on your hot grill this summer, you’ve come to the right place. Mexican cuisine is full of bold flavors, succulent ingredients, and grilling techniques that create unforgettable dishes. I’m sharing 30 great recipes Mexican grilled recipes that will make you fall in love with grilling all over again.
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Why Mexican Grilled Recipes Are a Great Way to Spice Up Your Summer BBQ
Whether it’s your first time tackling carne asada or you’re a seasoned grill master, this list has something for everyone. These recipes are packed with fresh flavors and are perfect for any occasion, including Cinco de Mayo celebrations or family dinners.
Mexican cuisine and grilling are a match made in heaven. The open flame of a grill enhances the succulent flavors of chicken thighs, skirt steak fajitas, and pork tenderloin, while fresh lime juice and chili powder add a zesty punch. Grilling is also a great way to bring out the natural sweetness of vegetables like corn and caramelized red onions, creating side dishes that complement your main courses.
Using techniques like indirect heat and wet rubs, you can achieve perfectly cooked meats with juicy insides and a flavorful char on the outside. This collection of recipes ensures you’ll never face dry chicken or overcooked shrimp again. With each dish, you’ll learn new tricks and techniques to make the most delicious Mexican food right in your backyard.
So, grab your instant-read thermometer, fire up your gas grill, and let’s dive into these 30 incredible recipes!
30 Mexican Grilled Recipes
1. Grilled Green Mole Pork Chops
Juicy pork chops marinated in a convenient jarred green mole sauce. If you want to make your own green mole from scratch, check out this recipe made with tomatillos, cilantro, and pumpkin seeds. These pork chops are perfectly grilled for a smoky, nutty flavor.
2. Honey Chipotle Grilled Chicken Pizza
Sweet and smoky chicken breast topped with white cheddar cheese, green peppers (red onions are also good), and a drizzle of honey-chipotle sauce on a crispy grilled crust.
3. Grilled Oysters with Green Chile Garlic Butter
Fresh oysters cooked on the cool side of the grill and topped with a buttery mix of green chiles, garlic, and chopped parsley.
4. Authentic Carne Asada
Tender flank steak marinated in a blend of orange juice, spices and onions then grilled to perfection.
5. Sticky Jalapeño Cherry Grilled Chicken
Sticky Jalapeno and Cherry Grilled Chicken is a low-stress, utterly simple dinner recipe you MUST make this summer with a killer spicy-sweet marinade.
6. Sangria Marinated Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Shrimp marinated in sangria with red wine and lemon juice, then grilled for a fruity, smoky twist.
7. Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Learn how to make grilled pineapple salsa and start adding this refreshing salsa recipe to tacos or as a dip with tortilla chips. It’s quick, easy, economical, and takes advantage of the summer’s best produce.
8. Grilled Chicken Chilaquiles Verdes
Grilled chicken breast tossed with crispy corn tortillas and salsa verde, topped with cotija cheese.
9. Brown Sugar and Chipotle BBQ Salmon
Salmon fillets with a sweet and smoky dry rub of brown sugar and chipotle chili powder. This recipe uses a super-simple smoking method that you can do right on your grill!
10. Tacos Al Pastor
Pork marinated in dried chiles and pineapple juice, grilled and served with warm tortillas and grilled pineapple salsa.
11. Grilled Asparagus Salad with Chile-Olive Dressing
Smoky grilled asparagus paired with a zesty dressing made with olive oil, Fresno chiles, and green olives.
12. Grilled Mexican Chicken Adobo
A classic Mexican roadside chicken recipe featuring chicken thighs and chicken drumsticks marinated in a smoky adobo sauce.
13. Grilled Fish Tacos with Sweet Corn Salsa
Flaky grilled fish served in blue corn or flour tortillas with a sweet and tangy corn salsa.
14. Cilantro-Garlic Pork Chops
Pork chops marinated in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and cilantro, grilled for a charred, herbaceous finish. These street corn garnaches are a great side.
15. Grilled Shrimp and Steak Kabobs with Grilled Tomato Salsa
Juicy shrimp and steak skewers served with a smoky tomato salsa.
16. Grilled Achiote Lime Chicken
A vibrant pollo asado recipe with a wet rub of achiote paste, lime juice, and garlic.
17. Grilled Veggie Skewers with Smoky Green Chile Vinaigrette
A mix of grilled veggies like zucchini and bell peppers, drizzled with a tangy green chile vinaigrette.
18. Cuban Roast Pork Burger with Mojo Onions
Juicy burgers topped with Cuban roast pulled pork and grilled onions marinated in a citrusy mojo sauce.
19. Feta-Stuffed Burger with Grilled Mexican Street Corn
A ground beef burger stuffed with feta, paired with sweet, smoky Mexican street corn.
20. Grilled Chicken with Peach Mole and Grilled Chayotes
A unique dish featuring grilled chicken topped with a sweet peach mole sauce and grilled chayotes.
21. Spicy Papaya Lime Shrimp Skewers
Shrimp marinated lime and chili and skewered with fresh papaya then grilled for a tropical kick.
22. 5-Minute Mexican Grilled Chicken Marinade
This bold Mexican chicken marinade recipe is bursting with flavor and is incredibly easy to whip up. It makes mouthwatering grilled chicken but is also a great marinade for grilled mushrooms, zucchini, or even tofu. Mix up a batch and keep it in your fridge for when the grilling urge strikes.
23. Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs with Avocado Pickles
Classic hot dogs wrapped in bacon, topped with tangy avocado pickles.
24. Grilled Cotija-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin Wrapped in Bacon
Tender pork stuffed with cotija cheese and wrapped in crispy bacon. Perfect with a tall glass of pink chia lemonade.
25. Sizzling Grilled Chicken Fajitas
Chicken fajitas with peppers and onions, serve with sour cream, a side of vegetable escabeche and warm tortillas.
26. Salpicon Fattoush Salad with Chipotle Dressing
A refreshing mix of greens, crispy pita, and shredded beef with a smoky chipotle dressing or substitute my creamy avocado dressing instead.
27. Soy Sriracha Chicken Fajitas
A fusion twist on fajitas with a marinade of soy sauce, sriracha, and lime juice.
28. Grilled Mexican Gazpacho with Avocado and Shrimp
A chilled gazpacho soup topped with grilled shrimp and creamy avocado slices.
29. Steak Fajitas (Secret Family Recipe)
A family dinner favorite with steak fajitas, bell peppers, and onions. Serve with pico de gallo (or this melon salsa is a summertime favorite) and warm flour tortillas.
30. Yucatecan Grilled Chicken
My quest for the best grilled chicken recipe continues with Pollo Asado, tender, juicy grilled chicken with a Yucatecan-style marinade of achiote paste, citrus, and onion.
These 30 Mexican grilled recipes are the perfect way to bring the vibrant flavors of Mexico to your summer BBQ. Whether you’re grilling for Cinco de Mayo, hosting a family dinner, or just enjoying a warm evening, these recipes offer something for everyone. With succulent flavors, fresh ingredients, and a variety of techniques, you’ll never run out of great recipes to try.
If you need more inspiration in the dinner category, here’s a collection of 45 Mexican-inspired chicken recipes, including simple lime-roasted chicken thighs and chicken-stuffed chiles rellenos. Either one makes for an incredible dinner.
More Resources
- Here’s my full collection of Memorial Day Recipes, including my favorite blackberry hibiscus sorbet.
- I have a growing selection of summer taco recipes.
- If you’re looking for an icy cold ceviche recipe, I’ve got 6+ ideas right here.
- How about the perfect summertime dessert? My chocolate-dipped churro ice cream sandwiches are a must-make at our house.
Q: Which recipe will you try next time? Let me know in the comments below!
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