Top 10 Barbecue Side Dishes

Every great cookout needs at least a couple of great side dishes. From the traditional potato salads and corn pudding to onion rings (Kansas City Style of course). Try out these Top 10 Barbecue Side Dishes that have been favorites for years the next time you host or are invited to a barbecue or cookout.

These flavorful baked beans are filled with pure, delicious goodness and then smoked to perfection. This Southern classic makes the perfect BBQ side dish that goes with anything from brisket, pulled pork, ribs, chicken, sausages, and hamburgers! We start this recipe on the stovetop, assemble it, and take it to the smoker.

Try the Pellet Grill Baked Beans

This potato salad is done in an egg salad style, so it’s creamy and absolutely delicious. Definitely, give this perfect salad a try at your next cookout.

Try the Eggy Potato Salad

Corn pudding is a traditional Southern side dish frequently served with barbecued meats. A quite flavorful and versatile dish.

Try the Chive and Cheddar Corn Pudding

This is a great way to use up leftover pulled pork. This recipe can be done two ways: top the mac and cheese with pulled pork and your favorite barbecue sauce, or simply combine in with the macaroni and cheese, sans sauce, and placed under a broiler.

Try the Pulled Pork Mac n Cheese

This macaroni and cheese recipe calls for three different cheese and a delectable pancetta-panko crumble on top. Versatile and delicious, this dish works well with anything from barbecued ribs to prime rib roast. This dish can also be made gluten-free. See instructions for more information.

Try The Ultimate Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Yes, we jumped at the chance to try out this trending smoked cream cheese, and let’s just say we were skeptical at first, but wow, was it delicious! If you need an appetizer for your next barbecue, consider giving this smoky, creamy, delicious recipe a try. Don’t worry, this smoked cream cheese isn’t over the top smoky. We were able to strike the perfect balance of smoke to creamy goodness in just 2 hours.

Try our Smoked Cream Cheese