22 Juicy Grilled Beef Recipes Perfect for Weeknights
Tired of repeating the same weeknight meals? These grilled beef recipes deliver juicy results that everyone will notice.
You’ll find dishes that are quick, flavorful, and built for busy evenings. They demonstrate how easy it is to make beef the centerpiece of dinner.
Beef Strip Loin- Grilled to Perfection
This beef strip loin, often referred to as the New York strip, is renowned for its tenderness and juicy flavor. Whether you choose to grill or roast it, we have easy step-by-step directions to guide you through the cooking process.
Get the Recipe: Beef Strip Loin.
Smoked Beef Brisket
Smoked Beef Brisket stays juicy and tender, with a bark that forms naturally through patient, low-and-slow smoking. Good quality brisket, simple rubs, and letting it rest after cooking turn it into a rich and flavorful main that melts in your mouth.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Beef Brisket
Smoked Meatballs
Smoked meatballs offer a delicious twist on a classic favorite, infusing every bite with a rich, smoky flavor. This method is surprisingly simple, elevating both appetizer plates and main courses. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or seeking a new dinner staple, these smoked delights are sure to impress.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Meatballs.
Smoked New York Strip
This Smoked New York Strip is an outstanding way to savor this exceptional cut of beef. Smoking brings out a tender, juicy texture in the steak, along with a subtle smokiness that enhances its natural flavors. The gentle smoke infuses the meat, creating a rich and complex taste that’s simply irresistible.
Get the Recipe: Smoked New York Strip.
Smoked Beef Short Ribs
There’s something genuinely magical about enjoying tender, succulent smoked beef short ribs that have been cooked to perfection. The rich, smoky flavor seeps into every bite, creating an unforgettable experience. Each rib is a savory masterpiece, offering a perfect balance of juicy meat and tantalizing spices. It’s a dish that truly elevates any meal, making it feel special and memorable.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Beef Short Ribs.
Smoked Meatloaf
Meatloaf has long been a beloved comfort food, but adding a smoky twist takes it to a whole new level of deliciousness. When you smoke meatloaf, the flavors intensify, resulting in a dish that is incredibly juicy, tender, and rich in taste.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Meatloaf.
How To Grill Frozen Burgers
You can grill frozen burgers without thawing them first and still have that same juicy, flavorful patty in a short time!
Get The Recipe: How to Grill Frozen Burgers – In the Kitch.
Grilled Beef Kebabs
These Grilled Beef Kebabs feature juicy marinated steak, tender veggies, and just the right touch of smoky flavor. They’re bold, flavorful, and surprisingly simple, making them perfect for backyard grilling with friends or easy weeknight dinners.
Get The Recipe: Grilled Beef Kebabs.
How To Grill Carne Asada
I will show you how to grill carne asada on the outdoor grill with a flavorful marinade and a fresh cut of flank steak. It’s delicious!
Get The Recipe: How to Grill Carne Asada – In the Kitch.
Steak Foil Packets
These steak foil packets are easy to prepare, as the whole meal is cooked together, and with minimal cleanup. Flavorful and easy to adapt, grill, or oven-bake.
Get The Recipe: Steak foil packets – Caroline’s Cooking.
Maple Soy Marinated Steak Salad
This maple-soy marinated steak salad is straightforward to make, with fewer than ten ingredients, but it is packed with fantastic flavors.
Get The Recipe: Maple-soy marinated steak salad – Caroline’s Cooking.
Grilled Skirt Steak With Chimichurri Sauce
This Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce (Carne Asada con Chimichurri) is quick and tasty. The perfect combination of a great steak drizzled with delicious Chimichurri sauce, an essential part of Argentinian cuisine.
Get The Recipe: Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce.
Chimichurri Herb Butter For Steak
Add a pat of this chimichurri garlic herb butter to your steak right after it’s done cooking for a steakhouse-quality meal.
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Grilled Steak Salad With Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette
Salad topped with mouth-watering strips of tender grilled steak served with the best chipotle lime vinaigrette! A WOW factor salad you’ll want to try!
Get The Recipe: Grilled Steak Salad with Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette.
Steak Fajita Burrito Bowl
Craving something hearty and packed with flavor? This steak burrito bowl combines tender beef, black beans, fresh vegetables, and bold Tex-Mex flavor in one dish. It’s protein-packed, fiber-filled, and perfect for busy nights or weekly meal prep. So easy and so satisfying.
Get The Recipe: Steak Burrito Bowl.
Beef Tortas
Make authentic Mexican beef tortas at home! This easy recipe features tender marinated steak, melted cheese, and fresh toppings on traditional crusty rolls. Perfect for lunch or dinner.
Get The Recipe: Mexican Beef Tortas (Sandwich Recipe).
Steakhouse Pasta
When you’re in the mood for something fancy, but you still don’t want to go out, then give this Steakhouse Pasta a try!
Get The Recipe: Steakhouse Pasta.
Arugula Steak Salad
Arugula Steak Salad is a delicious recipe featuring tender beef, fresh arugula, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for weeknights or special dinners.
Get The Recipe: Arugula Steak Salad.
Cumin Butter Steak
Enjoy a simple cumin-spiced butter steak that’s full of flavor. The grilled steak is sliced thin and finished with rich pan juices for a juicy, tender bite every time.
Get The Recipe: Cumin Butter Steak.
Chimichurri Marinated Beef Skewers
This chimichurri-marinated steak is easy to make, tender & packed with delicious, garlicky herb flavor. Perfect for an easy, flavorful meal, ideal for less expensive cuts.
Get The Recipe: Chimichurri marinated steak – Caroline’s Cooking.
Ground Beef Kabobs Kofta
This ground beef kebab recipe is an easy summer grilling dinner idea, made with beef, onions, spices, and fresh herbs!
Get The Recipe: Ground Beef Kebab Recipe (Kofta).
Mexican Stuffed Skirt Steak
This marinated steak bursts with flavor from lime, garlic, and a bold blend of spices that tenderize and excite with each bite. The juicy inside, seared edges, and versatile finish make it perfect for tacos, salads, or serving as the main dish.
Get The Recipe: Carne Asada (Mexican Steak).
