Quick Garlic Butter Blackstone Meals 15-Minute Easy Flavorful Feast Recipe
A quick and easy garlic butter meal cooked on a Blackstone griddle, perfect for busy weeknights. This flavorful recipe uses simple ingredients and is ready in just 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- Protein options: thinly sliced chicken breasts or thighs, peeled and deveined shrimp, sliced steak or sirloin strips, firm tofu pressed and cubed
- Vegetables: thinly sliced bell peppers, sliced mushrooms (cremini or white button), green beans or snap peas, spinach or kale
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes
- Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for garnish
- Optional: splash of olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat (about 375°F / 190°C), approximately 5 minutes until a drop of water sizzles on contact.
- While the griddle heats, mince garlic, slice protein into thin strips or bite-sized pieces, and chop vegetables into uniform sizes. Pat proteins dry with paper towels.
- Melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter on the griddle, swirling to coat the surface evenly. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly until fragrant but not browned.
- Place your chosen protein on the griddle in a single layer. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes to develop a crust, then flip or stir to cook the other side. Cooking times vary: chicken 6-8 minutes total, shrimp 3-4 minutes, steak 4-5 minutes, tofu 5-6 minutes.
- Add sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, and green beans around the protein. Stir occasionally, letting them get a little char but remain crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Add spinach or kale last, stirring until wilted, about 1 minute. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or thyme over the top.
- Serve immediately from the griddle or plate for best flavor and texture.
Notes
Keep the heat medium-high to avoid burning garlic. Stir garlic constantly once butter melts. Do not overcrowd the griddle to ensure proper searing. Pat proteins dry before cooking for better crust. If garlic browns too fast, lower heat or add more butter. Vegan butter or coconut oil can be used for dairy-free version. Large cast-iron skillet or flat griddle pan can substitute the Blackstone griddle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
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