If you’re looking for the best side dishes for BBQ chicken, then look no further. We’ve got some delicious and easy recipes that are sure to please. From roasted vegetables, to classic creamy coleslaw, to creamy potato salad, we’ve got something for everyone.
Some of the best things are the simple things in life. Pair a simple recipe with a summer party. I can think of a better way to spend time.
Any time of the year is a perfect time for BBQ chicken. However, there is just something about summertime and backyard BBQs. There’s nothing better summer cookouts than gathering with friends and family, enjoying delicious food and good company.
However, if you are looking for a few great recipes for side dish ideas to compliment your BBQ chicken no matter what time of year it is, we’ve got some of the best easy side dishes that are sure to please. These are versatile recipes for an easy BBQ side. The best part is that they are a big hit with the crowd. I hope you find a few tasty recipes for your next BBQ.
36 Best Side Dishes for BBQ Chicken
Summertime is the perfect time to break out the grill and cook up some delicious BBQ chicken. But what sides should you serve with it? Check out our list of 36 best side dishes for BBQ chicken, from classics like potato salad and macaroni salad to new favorites like rainbow veggies. No matter what you choose, your guests are sure to love these tasty sides!
Air Fryer Peppers and Onions
This new recipe for Air Fryer Peppers and Onions is so easy and good that it might end up being one of your favorite side dishes.
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Bacon Cauliflower “Potato” Salad (keto, paleo, Whole30)
You may have known that cauliflower is a good rice substitute like when you are making chicken stir-fry, but did you also know it makes for a good potato substitute?
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Bacon Cauliflower “Potato” Salad (keto, paleo, Whole30)
Baked Honey Butter Corn
Once you have prepared the corn to your liking, simply toss the corn in the baking dish, and add the toppings. This makes this a great recipe to make enough for a crowd.
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Baked Buttery Garlic Mushroom Rice Recipe
It’s great as a side dish, or meatless main dish if you’re vegetarian.
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Cauliflower Casserole
Steamed cauliflower is loaded with cheese sauce, bacon, sour cream, and chives in this cauliflower casserole side dish.
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Cauliflower Rice Pilaf
Create a healthy side dish like this low carb Cauliflower Rice Pilaf. It takes less than 15 minutes to prepare and it’s exceptionally family-friendly.
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Cinnamon Brown Sugar Carrots
Carrots are sweet all year round, and when you cook them with brown sugar and cinnamon, it takes them to a whole new level.
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Creamy Cauliflower Gratin
Creamy Cauliflower Gratin is an easy recipe that will satisfy your cravings for comfort food without all of the carbs or calories you might expect from traditional recipes.
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Garlic Butter Mushrooms
Delicious, rich garlic butter mushrooms are exactly that! It only takes 10 minutes from start to finish to have these amazing mushrooms ready to eat.
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Garlic Parmesan Potato Stacks
Sliced potatoes are mixed with garlic butter, parmesan and thyme, stacked up in a muffin tin and then roasted to crispy perfection.
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Green Beans Almondine
This dish not only makes your humble green beans fancy, but it’s absolutely delicious and elegant in its simplicity.
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Gruyere, Garlic, and Gouda Mashed Potatoes
Creamy Gouda and nutty Gruyere cheeses blend together perfectly in these easy mashed potatoes with cheese.
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Baked Sweet Potato
A form of dry-heat cooking, baking brings out their natural flavors and sweetness without the need for any added syrups, sweeteners, marshmallows, or oils.
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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes (Instant Pot)
These are the ultimate roasted garlic mashed potatoes made easy in an instant pot.
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Lemon Maple Brussels Sprouts
Bright, sweet and tangy, they come together in one pan in less than 20 minutes.
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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
The butternut cheese sauce is silky and creamy and includes seasonings that are light and just a bit nutty. It’s an impressive meatless main dish, or a rich side dish.
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Easy Sesame Potato Side Dish
All you need to make this dish is potatoes, water, oil, chili powder, salt, sugar, black and white sesame seeds.
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Mushroom and Corn Sauté
This easy Mushroom and Corn Sauté is a tasty side dish all year round.
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Rainbow Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables
Since we eat with our eyes first, just one glance at these gorgeous rainbow sheet pan roasted Vegetables will satisfy with an aesthetically pleasing array of fresh produce.
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Roasted Garlic Red Mashed Potatoes
Roasted garlic red mashed potatoes are the perfect rustic side dish that pairs well with almost anything.
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Sauteed Potatoes
Serve them as a tasty side dish, as a snack, or even with a savory breakfast casserole.
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Easy Roasted Vegetables
These Easy Roasted Vegetables are lightly seasoned and full of flavor. A cinch to make and the perfect side dish to just about any meal.
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Creamy Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes with Chives
These sour cream mashed potatoes are so creamy and rich with a subtle hint of tang from the sour cream.
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Spicy Spiralized Sweet Potato Fries
These spicy sweet potato fries are spiralized and baked for the ultimate crispness and seasoned to a spiciness of your liking.
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Honey Sriracha Brussels Sprouts
If you’re a fan of sweet and spicy flavor combination, I have not doubt you will love this recipe.
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Slow Roasted Onions
These slow roasted onions are an easy, flavorful, budget-friendly side dish that can be prepared in advance.
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Cold Salad and Side Dishes for Picnics and Potlucks
Taking your food on the go is a great way to have a picnic or potluck. These cold side dishes will travel well and add variety to your meal. Often these classic side dish recipes are made with a handful of ingredients.
These easy recipes are also perfect for any night of the week from an easy pasta salad to a baked potato. A summer BBQ with barbeque chicken and the best BBQ side dishes makes for a relaxing, fun, and memorable time.
So, pack up your food and head outdoors for a fun day with friends and family. Oh, by the way, these sides pair well with barbeque chicken.
Southern Style Potato Salad
This recipe is my mom’s, and it is the one that my husband likes the best.
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Fennel & Apple Salad
For the perfect crunch, this amazing and favorite salad of ours is just the ticket.
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Easy Crunchy Quinoa Cabbage Salad
It’s perfect as a side dish but hearty enough to enjoy as lunch too.
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How to Make the Best Coleslaw Ever
Easy and quick coleslaw recipe. Everyone just raves about how much they love it.
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Dill Pickle Pasta Salad
The easy recipe features both pickles and dill pickle juice, as well as some fresh chopped dill.
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Cucumber Tomato Salad with a Mexican Twist
This Cucumber Tomato Salad with sliced cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, sliced red onions, in a red wine vinaigrette, includes a Mexican twist with the addition of crumbled cotija cheese, Mexican oregano, and chopped cilantro.
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Easy Cannellini Bean Salad
It’s the perfect no-cook Vegetarian side dish for gatherings and busy weeknights.
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Creamy Broccolini Slaw
Simple and quick to make, it’s loaded with texture and flavor, and is perfect for cookouts and easy weeknight meals.
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Crunchy Kale Parmesan Salad
This is the perfect healthy salad for a picnic, BBQ, or a side dish and it only takes 4 ingredients.
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Easy Decadent Dessert
If you are looking for a dessert recipe to finish off your potluck, here are a few easy no bake dessert ideas for you.
No Bake Cheesecake this is creamy and fluffy, just like the classic recipe and it just takes minutes to prepare.
Easy No Bake Chocolate Lasagna make this the ahead of time for the next day to save time.