Nexgrill's four-burner griddle offers solid performance and many ease-of-use features, all at a great price for the category.

It should be used with wooden or heat-resistant nylon or silicone tools to avoid scratching and chipping. Pit Boss also offers a ceramic griddle, perfect for people who don't want to fuss with seasoning their grill. The griddle did discolor quickly, but we noticed that is quite normal for the light-colored ones.

'I was a short order cook on the Jersey Shore for a couple of summers, and this brought back memories of the ease and versatility of griddle cooking.' In our tests, chicken came out crispier and juicier than on a grill, DiClerico said. The handles help to easily move it around, and the drip tray is accessible on the side of the unit where the grease drainage hole is located. Its folding shelves double as griddle covers once the griddle is cool and not in use. Each burner ignites with a simple turn, and the control panel is clearly labeled with temperature markings and how-to-use instructions.ĭan DiClerico, director of our Home Improvement and Outdoors Lab, tested this griddle using our Kitchen Appliances Lab protocols and said it's well-designed and easy to assemble.

The output is still manageable though since those BTUs are divided between the number of burners. It's sturdy, has five burners and can reach up to 62,000 BTUs - among the most powerful on our list. This outdoor griddle delivers on construction, ease of use and performance.

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