There is just something about the Blackstone — you can cook food in batches and it still infuses them with lots of flavors and with little cleanup. It is also a great way to get dinner on the table in no time.
You can cook almost anything on the Blackstone Griddle or any other griddle, though there are limitations. That’s why I’m here bringing up some griddle chicken recipes for you so you can easily make them at home.
Preheat the grill over medium high heat (approximately 400 degrees F). Put the avocado oil on the griddle and use your spatula to spread it around. Then place the filleted chicken breasts on the griddle and season them with the garlic powder, salt and pepper. Allow them to cook for 4-6 minutes until browned.
Ingredients for Making Blackstone Griddle Chicken
Mayonnaise: You can use any brand you like. I used Primal Kitchen.
Oil: Use a heat safe oil for your griddle (or skillet). Avocado oil is my go-to, but you can use butter, vegetable oil or olive oil if you like. (Just be conscious of the smoke point.)
Dijon Mustard: A spicy brown mustard may also be used.
Soy Sauce: Gluten free tamari or coconut aminos may be used in place of soy sauce if you like.
Seasonings: A blend of thyme, sea salt or kosher salt, pepper, and cayenne add just the right amount of punch. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your liking. Garlic powder, chili powder, or paprika are all great additions.
Chicken: I used boneless skinless chicken breasts, but you could make this recipe with bone in chicken or with chicken thighs. Just make sure to adjust the cooking time and use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the perfect temperature.
Don’t skip using a thermometer to ensure the proper temperature of the griddle. Since you are cooking outside, the temperature of the cooking surface can vary depending on the conditions. (i.e. If I set my griddle to low in Florida in summer, the cooking surface will be much hotter than someone trying to cook in the fall in Maine because the air temperature impacts the amount of heat the griddle holds.)
When cooking chicken breast on the griddle, make sure you have an oil squirt bottle handy. Since it doesn’t have a lot of fat, sometimes it can be helpful to add a little more oil.
I recommend taking the chicken off the griddle when the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees. As it rests, it will rise to the recommended temperature of 165 ° F.
Chicken breast on the Blackstone Griddle is so versatile, most any side will work!
Blackstone Potatoes make for an easy meal with little clean up. You can add some green vegetables, like this air fried asparagus or a simple green salad. Or make these air fryer mushrooms.
Craving something a little more indulgent? You can’t go wrong with these Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes. They are cheese heaven, and pure comfort food.
For leftover chicken, I like to saute some onions and bell peppers (and maybe cook some bacon) to use in a sandwich or in pasta.
Depending on how hot your flat top grill is and how large your chicken breasts are, you should expect it to take between 14 and 18 minutes to cook through. If you are cooking thinner chicken strips, the total time will be significantly less, and large pieces will take longer. Make sure to always check the internal temperature of the chicken before you eat it, to ensure that it is cooked all the way through.
I recommend you cook your chicken at about 400° F. Depending on where you live, this should be low to medium-low on your griddle. Use a surface or infrared thermometer to make sure that your cooking temperature is right.
Yes, you can cook raw chicken on a griddle. Just make sure to cook it until it cooks through properly.
You can make these on the stovetop, but they will not have the same flavor as if you made them on the Blackstone Griddle. The Blackstone Griddle really helps to bring out the flavors of the chicken.
No, you do not need to rinse off marinade before cooking chicken on a griddle.
Why You’ll Love This Blackstone Chicken
Restaurant quality at home
Easy
Juicy, plump loaded chicken
Crowds devour it
Fancy enough for entertaining
No Blackstone Griddle? You Can Make this on the Stove Top!
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook for seven minutes and flip.
Cook another seven to 10 minutes, until the internal temperature on an instant-read thermometer registers 160° F.
Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
FAQ
How do you cook bone in chicken on a Blackstone griddle?
Heat your griddle to low – between 350° F and 400° F – and drizzle oil on the griddle surface. Cook the chicken for seven minutes and then flip. Cook another seven to ten minutes, until an instant-read thermometer registers 160° F and the chicken is golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate, and tent with foil.
Can you cook raw chicken on a griddle?
Heat your griddle to low – between 350° F and 400° F – and drizzle oil on the griddle surface. Cook the chicken for seven minutes and then flip. Cook another seven to ten minutes, until an instant-read thermometer registers 160° F and the chicken is golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate, and tent with foil.
How long does it take to cook chicken on a griddle?
Heat your griddle to low – between 350° F and 400° F – and drizzle oil on the griddle surface. Cook the chicken for seven minutes and then flip. Cook another seven to ten minutes, until an instant-read thermometer registers 160° F and the chicken is golden brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate, and tent with foil.
