Using an indoor grill with top and bottom heat units (the griddler) is a very quick and easy way to grill chicken, salmon and even steak for a great low carb dinner.
Trim the skin on the chicken thighs. Wash hands thoroughly
4 chicken thighs
Sprinkle smoked paprika over the chicken thighs and add salt and pepper to your desired amount
2 Tbsp smoked paprika, salt and pepper to taste
When Griddler lights are green, use tongs to place the thighs on the bottom plate of Griddler and close the top. Allow chicken to cook 13-15 minutes. Cut one open with a knife to make sure it is done, or use a thermometer and test to 165°F
Turn off Griddler and let it cool. Remove the plates and place in dishwasher.
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Notes
PROS OF USING GRIDDLER:
You get a really nice sear on your proteins, complete with grill marks
Because it cooks your proteins or vegetables from top and bottom at the same time, it is very quick (twice as quick as grilling outside or cooking in a skillet and turning
It is large enough to cook for family and friends. Many of the panini makers are quite small. I am able to cook six chicken thighs in the Griddler no problem.
There is a floating hinge that adjusts the heights for different foods. It can accomodate a thin filet of fish or a thick T-bone steak.
There is a "trough in back to collect the grease so you don't have to drain grease from a heavy pan (see the con on this however)
You can grill indoors and avoid the mosquitoes and bugs (I live in Minnesota)
You can open it up to lay flat and grill kebabs and veggies on it quite easily.
Easy clean up with the removable plates. Just toss them in the sink or dishwasher
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