Looking for easy beginner recipes for your new Blackstone or flat top griddle? Try these 40 Blackstone griddle recipes that are the perfect no-fuss recipes for serving a crowd.
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Summertime is all about lazy days, BBQs, summer parties, camping trips, and fun family activities. And, since it feels like we spend the majority of our time outdoors during the summer, we find ourselves adding a lot more grilling recipes to our weekly meal plan. Not to mention, simple dump-and-go crockpot meals, and quick air fryer meals (to keep the house cool).
Recently, I have been loving outdoor griddle cooking. You may have heard of Blackstone griddles as they are super popular right now. They make backyard cookouts during the summer quick and easy. Plus, these family-friendly griddle recipes are perfect for busy weeknights and feeding a crowd at your next summer party.
What is the difference between a grill and a griddle?
The griddle and grill are both great options for outdoor cooking, especially in the summer. However, despite having similarities, such as the ability to cook your food outdoors at a higher temperature(for quick meals), plus being able to cook many different foods at once, there are also a few differences.
The biggest one is that when grilling, your food is cooked over an open flame on grates. The griddle, on the other hand, is similar to cooking on a skillet but with a much larger surface. Also, a grill will give you a nice char, unlike a griddle that allows for more even browning on your foods.
Why we love our outdoor griddle for summer cooking
Using an outdoor griddle has been one of our favorite ways to cook this summer. We love the ability to cook large amounts of food at once, making clean-up in the kitchen almost non-existent. Plus, it keeps the house cool because we are not cooking indoors. Also, if you have picky eaters in your family like I do, who don’t like their food cooked over an open flame then cooking on a griddle is a great alternative.
What are some alternatives to using a Blackstone griddle?
Due to their popularity, Blackstone griddles are everywhere these days, and for good reason. They make flat-top grilling so easy, plus there are so many size options. They even have a portable tabletop option to take on the go, or a bigger option that includes an air fryer.
However, they can still be pricey and if you already have a grill, you may be wondering if a griddle is worth the extra space and money. If this is the case, you might want to try some budget-friendly options instead to see if you will use it enough to justify the cost.
Luckily, there are a few less expensive options if you want to try cooking on an outdoor flat-top griddle. If you already have a grill, you can purchase a griddle insert for your grill. You can also purchase a cast-iron griddle. The best part of cast iron skillets or griddles is that they can be used on a stovetop or on a camping trip for easy meals.
How can you make cooking on a flat-top griddle healthier?
When you think of griddle cooking the first thing that may come to mind is greasy and unhealthy foods. Although it’s delicious, it’s not so great for you. But, there are definitely ways that you can make cooking on the griddle healthier. Since you can control the ingredients, choose healthy oils like avocado oil to cook with instead of butter or margarine. Also, focus on leaner cuts of protein like chicken or turkey and include lots of veggies and whole grain options.
40 Blackstone Griddle Recipes
Enjoy these delicious outdoor griddle recipes that everyone will love. (even picky eaters!) Find breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Perfect for cookouts, tailgate parties, camping, and summer gatherings.
Breakfast Recipes for the Griddle
- Ultimate Blackstone Breakfast-The Primitive Dish
- Blackstone Breakfast Hash- That Guy Who Grills
- Blackstone Breakfast Crunchwrap– Gimme Some Grilling
- Fluffy Blackstone Pancakes– Laura Fuentes
- Blackstone French Toast With Texas Toast- Home Fresh Ideas
Lunch and Dinner Blackstone Recipes
Chicken Recipes
- Blackstone Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich- Grill on a Dime
- Blackstone Garlic Parmesan Chicken– Jen Around the World
- Chicken Quesadillas on the Blackstone- Dad With a Pan
- Blackstone Teriyaki Chicken Skewers- Cooks Well With Others
- Blackstone Chicken- Wendy Polisi
- Blackstone Chicken Teriyaki Pineapple Bowls- Brooklyn Active Mama
- Blackstone Chicken Fried Rice- Meatloaf and Melodrama
Beef Recipes
- Blackstone Italian Sloppy Joes– If You Give a Girl a Grill
- Blackstone Smash Burger Sliders– License to Grill
- Blackstone Big Mac Sliders-Blackstone Betty
- Blackstone Garlic Butter Steak Bites– Grill on a Dime
- Blackstone Griddle Steak– Wendy Polisi
More Blackstone Griddle Recipes to Try
(Turkey, Pork, Seafood, and Veggies)
- Turkey Smash Burgers on Blackstone– Sailor Bailey
- Blackstone Fish Tacos– The Food Hussy
- Salmon on Blackstone Griddle– Lara Clevenger
- Blackstone Fajitas- Aubrey’s Kitchen
- Blackstone Griddle Pasta Primavera- The Creative Bite
- Blackstone Flatbread Pizza– Kathleen’s Cravings
- Blackstone Griddle Hawaiian Kielbasa Kabobs– Fork to Spoon
- Blackstone Cowboy Stir-Fry– Homemade on a Weeknight
- Blackstone Pork Chops-Easy and Delish
- Blackstone Grilled Ham and Cheese– From Michigan to the Table
Make the most out of your new Blackstone with these must-have accessories:
- Griddle Accessory Toolkit– Includes 2 spatulas, a scraper, and 2 squeeze bottles.
- Infrared Thermometer– Perfect to tell the temperature of your griddle before you start cooking.
- Smashed Burger Press– Great for making smash burgers!
- Basting Cover- A must to melt cheese or steam veggies.
Looking for more easy summer recipes? Summer and delicious grilling recipes go hand in hand. Enjoy simple dinner ideas like kabob recipes, grilled chicken, and juicy burger recipes. As well, as easy BBQ side dishes like tasty pasta salad and potato salad recipes. Too hot to cook? Try these healthy summer meals for a light, no-fuss summer dinner.
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