Is juggling pans on your grill challenging to cook delicate foods perfectly? Griddle plate inserts offer a simple yet effective solution. BBQ Kitchen Pros provides a collection of top-brand griddle plate inserts to upgrade your outdoor grilling experience. Crafted for versatility, these inserts easily fit on your grill, transforming it into a flat cooking surface. Our expert team is here to help you choose the perfect griddle plate insert to suit your grilling needs.

Griddle Plate Inserts: Transform Your Grill into a Versatile Cooking Station

Griddle plate inserts are flat, solid cooking surfaces made from durable materials like cast iron, stainless steel, or heavy-duty aluminum that fit seamlessly over the top of your grill. These plate inserts turn your grill into a multitasking cooking surface, allowing you to cook more foods than the conventional grilled grates of your grill set.

Griddle plate inserts also keep small foods on the surface to prevent them from sliding through the openings of the grilled grates. Most flat-top griddle plates are easy to clean, often with a simple wipe-down. Adding an insert is more affordable than purchasing a separate griddle or stovetop. Griddle plate inserts are also designed with nonstick coatings or seasoned surfaces, which minimize food residue and reduce the need for extensive scrubbing.

Benefits of Using Griddle Plate Inserts

• Maximizes Grill Space: A griddle plate insert adds more usable cooking space to your grill. This means fewer pots and pans and more room for food.
• Even Heat Distribution: Griddle plates distribute heat across the entire surface, so there are no hot spots as you get from grill grates.
• Versatility for Various Meals: Fragile products such as eggs, pancakes, and fish can be cooked without the risk of falling between the grates.
• Ideal for Delicate Foods: A griddle plate is a solid, flat surface for preparing delicate foods. This plate insert ensures the food stays in one place and cooks evenly.
• Weatherproof Cooking: Griddles' even heating and sustaining heat makes them perfect cooking tools for grilling year-round.
• Great for Large Groups: It provides room to cook other foods at once, reducing the time spent on the grill and increasing the fun of a party.
• Enhances Flavor: The griddle surface caramelizes food, adding rich, deep flavors. This is especially true for vegetables, bacon, and certain types of meat.

Best-Rated Griddle Plate Inserts

• Blaze 24-inch Stainless Steel Griddle Plate: This enormous griddle plate is perfect for big parties and feeding crowds. It also provides ample space for creativity.
• Bull Slide-In Removable Stainless Steel Griddle Plate: These plates allow easy installation or removal with proper maintenance.
• Kokomo Grills Stainless Steel Griddle Plate Insert: This is today's most widely known griddle plate. It's known for being durable in grill enthusiasts and even being heat-dispersing.
• American Outdoor Grill Stainless Steel Griddle For AOG Gas Grills: This griddle is designed exclusively for American Outdoor Grills, guaranteeing a precise fit and excellent performance.
• Sunstone Solid Steel Powder Coated Griddle: This heavy-duty griller will impress the serious griller with its longevity in heat retention.

How to Choose the Right Griddle Plate Insert for Your Grill

Here are the essential factors to consider when picking out the perfect griddle plate insert:

• Grill Size: Make sure the griddle insert fits your grill’s dimensions. A plate that is too big or too small is not practical.
• Material: Stainless steel, cast iron, or nonstick. Stainless steel is corrosion and rust-resistant, and cast iron retains heat well.
• Thickness: The thicker plate retains and cooks better but may become too heavy. A plate that is too big or too small will not function properly.
• Compatibility: Not all griddles fit all grills. Verify the grill model to see if it accepts griddle inserts.
• Ease of Storage: Your griddle plate must have ample storage space and be easily accessible when not in use.
• Heat Resistance: The griddle should not deform at high temperatures. Stainless steel is perfect for this property.
• Price: While you get what you pay, affordable options offer quality performance. Find the balance between cost and features.

Top Griddle Plate Inserts Brands at BBQ Kitchen Pros

We pride ourselves on offering a selection of the best griddle plate inserts from leading brands known for quality and innovation. Here are the four best brands available in our collection:

• American Made Grills
• Blaze Grills
• Fire Magic Grills
• TrueFlame Grills

These leading brands demonstrate our dedication to excellence and consumer fulfillment. Visit our outdoor kitchen grill accessories collection to learn more about our extensive product line.

FAQs

Can I Use a Griddle Plate Insert on any Type of Grill?

Not all grills are compatible with griddle inserts. Be sure to check the dimensions and fit before purchasing.

Can I Use Any Type of Oil on my Griddle Plate?

Although oil can be used, the best results are achieved with high smoke-point oils, such as canola, vegetable, and peanut oil.

Can I Leave my Griddle Plate on the Grill When not in Use?

Only remove the grill when it's not in use. This will prevent breakage and maintain proper grill care.

Are Griddle Plates Better than Grill Grates for Some Foods?

The griddle plate is suitable for food that can fall between grill grates, such as eggs, fish, or tiny vegetables.