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Get Griddle Grilling With These Mouthwatering Recipes (19 Recipes)

Published On: 5/9/2019 Last Modified: 6/16/2025

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Plated griddle corn cakes

The backyard griddle business is on fire and we’ve got the griddle recipes to help you get in on the flat top action.

Griddle grilling is arguably one of the hottest sectors of the outdoor cooking market, with several big-name manufacturers now offering up premium backyard griddle units.

And with good reason. The flattop griddles have long been the most valuable player in a diner and many high-end restaurants. Think of it as a giant skillet with multiple heat zones. Chefs around the world love their griddles (aka flattops or planchas) because they can manage several orders simultaneously: burgers in one heat zone, hash browns in another, eggs in another. They also offer excellent temperature control, and boy, can they create a great brown Maillard surface. But the real thrill, in my opinion, is the seemingly endless number of dishes you can create thanks to its versatility!

Ready to try your hand at the griddle game? Here are a few fun recipes from our own team and such well-known griddle experts as Paul SidoriakChef Stef, and Neal Williams (a.k.a. The Flat Top King) to help get you started.

smash-burger.

The Ultimate Diner Burger Recipe (a.k.a. The Smash Burger)

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Create the skinny, crispy edged burgers that you love at diners with this simple recipe for the Wimpy burger.
smashed meatballs sliders.

The Flat Top King Crushes It With Smashed Meatball Sliders

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The Flat Top King, AmazingRibs.com Griddle Content Contributor

The Flat Top King fires up the griddle for these delicious smashed meatball sliders featuring a delicious blend of meats.
Philly cheesesteak sandwich

John Markus’ World Famous Philly Cheesesteak

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

If you're a fan of authentic Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, there is no reason to travel to the city of brotherly love thanks to this recipe.
Griddle grilled crab cake topped with aioli

Mouthwatering Crab Cakes, Griddle Grilled To Perfection

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

Jumbo lump crab meat shines brightly in this recipe for griddle grilled crab cakes with rosemary aioli. Click here for details.
Plated griddle corn cakes

Griddle Grilled Corn Cakes, Fresh Corn At Its Finest

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

This griddle grilled corn cakes recipe is the perfect side dish for any cookout. The recipe begins with fire roasting fresh ears of corn.
Pork loin Cuban sandwich plated

A Cuban Sandwich Tastes Better When The Meat Is Smoked

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

Slow smoked pork loin provides a unique twist on a Florida favorite in this grilled Cuban sandwich recipe. Click here to read.
grilled grilled chorizo breakfast tacos

Griddle Grilled Chorizo Breakfast Tacos Make Breakfast Pop

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Paul Sidoriak, AmazingRibs.com Contributing Author

Kick your breakfast into high gear with this recipe for Griddle Grilled Chorizo Breakfast Tacos. Click here to read.
French toasted topped with fresh fruit

French Toast On The Grill, A Breakfast Must

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Elevate breakfast to new heights by hitting the grill for this heavenly French toast recipe. The result is a smoky, full flavored toast.
Gooey grilled cheese sandwich halves

Real Grilled Cheese Is Made On A Grill And Ham Makes It Even Better

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

We put the "grill" back in grilled cheese with this recipe for creating these ooey gooey sandwiches over live fire and smoke.
Griddle Up Shrimp And Cheesy Polenta Cakes

Griddle Up Shrimp And Cheesy Polenta Cakes

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Paul Sidoriak, AmazingRibs.com Contributing Author

Instead of the usual shrimp and grits, enjoy the combination in this recipe for Griddle Grilled Shrimp with Cheesy Polenta Cakes.
Reuben sandwich

Classic New York Style Rockin' Reuben Sandwich Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you've never tried a Reuben you're missing out on the greatest flavor combination ever. Create the ultimate Reuben with this simple recipe.
Philly cheesesteak sandwich

Griddle Grilled Philly Cheesesteak Hoagie

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Paul Sidoriak, AmazingRibs.com Contributing Author

Philly cheesesteak lovers rejoice! Here's a recipe to make them at home. And the best part? They are griddle grilled.
croque madam sandwich.

Enjoy A Taste Of Paris With This Twist On The Croque Madame

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Chef Stef, AmazingRibs.com Recipe Developer

If you are a fan of the classic French sandwich, croque madame, then you are going to love this unique griddled twist.
plated stuffed chicken breast

Low Carb Sous-Vide-Que Deconstructed Club Sandwich

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Chef Stef, AmazingRibs.com Recipe Developer

If you are a fan of the club sandwich then you are certain to fall in love with this carb-free deconstructed version with stuffed chicken.
Seared salmon on a salad

Griddled Salmon On A Salad Is Simply Simple And Delicious

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Take ordinary salads over the top with this tested recipe for crispy crusty salmon. Fresh salmon is cooked on the grill with a griddle.
bacon wrapped corn

Griddle Grilled Bacon Jalapeño Wrapped Corn

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Paul Sidoriak, AmazingRibs.com Contributing Author

This griddle grilled corn dish makes a perfect accompanying act to almost any recipe, but it could star as a lunch all by itself.
corned beef hash

The Corned Beef Hash Recipe All Others Aspire To Be

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This corned beef hash recipe is a perfect way to use leftover corned beef after St. Patrick's Day has come and gone.
A crispy potato latke lifted from the oil on a slotted spoon

Latkes aka Potato Pancakes aka Crispy Creamy Hash Browns Are The World’s Best Potatoes

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This simple, yet flavor packed recipe for hash browns, aka potato pancakes and latkes is the most perfect use of potatoes.
golden fried cheese crisp

Frico Cheese Crisps Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you love the crispy bits of cheese that stick to the griddle when you make grilled cheese, frico will become your favorite munchie.

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