Bobby Flay's Best Barbecue Recipes

No one knows their way around the grill like Bobby Flay. The BBQ Brawl host and judge, who also hosted the Emmy-winning series Bobby's Barbecue Addiction (which has a companion cookbook, by the way), is never too far from a firebox.

We've rounded up Bobby's best recipes for your barbecue, like Bobby's Beer Can Chicken, pictured above. A cold beer, a quick spice rub and 90 minutes on the grill are the only things you need to master Bobby's take on this classic grilled chicken recipe.

Yes, you read that correctly. This is a perfect burger. All it takes is some ground meat and salt and pepper. It’s that simple.

Take it from the grill master. Originally used at several of Bobby's restaurants, this is the only steak rub you’ll ever need. Bobby recommends chilling the ribs overnight with the spice rub, so the meat has plenty of time to absorb the flavors.

No matter the cut, Bobby's pro tips will get your steaks sizzling and perfectly grilled. No. 1? Get yourself an instant-read digital thermometer so that you can reach your desired doneness every time.

If a savory marinated beef tenderloin wasn't enough, the sweet heat of papaya and Thai bird chiles in the salad dressing should do the trick for dinner.

Bobby is all about bringing "inside dishes" outside, and this time he's taking on chicken cordon bleu. Instead of stuffing and frying, grilled chicken gets topped off with melted cheese and prosciutto for a new take on an old classic.

Fall-apart tender and smothered in tangy Carolina barbecue sauce, Bobby's slow-smoked ribs are sure to be the hit of your next cookout.

Packed with smoked bacon and burnt ends, Bobby’s hearty baked beans are practically a meal in and of themselves. But that shouldn’t stop you from serving them on the side of your favorite pulled pork or brisket dinner.

Crunchy pickles offer a cool, refreshing complement to any BBQ platter.

Typically used for cooking salmon, cedar planks are given a new rep when Bobby uses them to cook burgers and gently infuse the patties with a smoky taste.

Sweet and zippy Meyer lemon-infused honey turns these turkey burgers into a refreshing delight perfect for hot weather.

The addition of sour cream transforms classic coleslaw in a tangy side dish.

This is a spin on classic Mexican street corn, here smeared with a spicy, garlicky butter and served with a spritz of lime for balance.

Full of spices like cayenne, chile pepper and cilantro, this potato salad is easy to make and complements any cookout spread.

This homemade dilly delight will have you relishing every hot dog you meet.

As stated in the name, this chicken uses 16 different spices. We are sold.

Smoky, charred corn gets tossed in velvety crema and rubbly cotija cheese in this Mexican street corn-inspired side.

These burgers may look small, but they pack a big smoky punch thanks to Bobby's chipotle mayo.

The barbecue king of crowd-pleasers, Bobby's ribs bring sweet heat thanks to a maple-horseradish glaze.

When it's too hot to run the oven, turn to your grill for this chopped-and-charred veggie medley.

Citrusy, savory ginger-lime shrimp marinates in just 20 minutes, making these briney beauties perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Miso paste stars in this savory, funky marinade and glaze. If you can't find sambal oelek, you can replace it with sriracha-style pepper sauce (to taste).

Creamy pimento cheese holds its own on sandwich bread, but elevating it to a burger topping is a game changer.

Shrimp on the barbie? Sure. Buttery, garlicky shrimp scampi on the barbie? Yes, please!