This list goes deep into garlic—from snacks to mains and sauces to spreads. Whether you’re after bold, grilled dishes or low-prep sauces that keep meals interesting, there’s something here to back you up. You’ll find a solid mix of techniques too: air fryer, grill, stovetop, and even sous vide.
A few of these are hands-off enough for busy weeknights, while others are solid choices for when you’ve got a bit more time or want to cook for a group. The variety means you can keep the flavor up without repeating the same dish every week.
Browse through and see which ones fit your mood or pantry. If garlic’s your thing, this collection won’t leave you short on ideas.
Sous Vide Lemon Garlic Lingcod Cheeks
These lingcod cheeks are cooked low and slow with the sous vide method, which helps keep them tender and moist. The lemon and garlic give the fish a sharp, clean flavor that pairs well with light sides or greens. It’s a solid option when you want precision without much fuss.
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Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip
A smooth, protein-packed dip that gets its creaminess from blended white beans and cottage cheese. Roasted garlic adds depth without overpowering. Great for spreading on crackers or pairing with raw veggies.
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Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta
A hearty dish made with cooked chicken, a rich garlic cream sauce, and pasta. Comes together in under 40 minutes and works well for a quick comfort meal without needing much technique.
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Ultimate Garlic Burger Recipe
A bold double cheeseburger layered with garlic seasoning and a buttery garlic sauce. Great for garlic fans who want something loaded and satisfying straight off the pan or grill.
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Air Fryer Salmon with Wine and Garlic
This quick-cooking salmon gets crisp on the outside while staying flaky inside. A mix of wine and garlic builds a simple, flavorful sauce that complements the fish well. Done in about 15 minutes.
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Chanterelles with Garlic Cream Sauce
Earthy chanterelles get tossed in a thick garlic cream sauce for a rich side that can go on toast, pasta, or steak. It’s quick and works well when you want something with a little more edge than your usual mushrooms.
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Blackstone Garlic Parmesan Fries
Fries cooked hot on a flat-top griddle, then coated in a garlic-parmesan mix for a crunchy, seasoned finish. Ideal as a quick snack or side dish.
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Garlic Butter Noodles
A 30-minute pasta dish using garlic, butter, and parmesan to make something quick and comforting. Minimal ingredients, easy cleanup, and good for weeknights.
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Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet
Bite-sized chicken, sautéed with garlic, peppers, mushrooms, and onions in a single pan. It’s ready in about 20 minutes and fits well into any fast dinner lineup.
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Garlic Steamed Clams
These clams are cooked in a garlic and white wine broth with herbs. A light, fast dish that’s ideal as a starter or small plate with crusty bread on the side.
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Traeger Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks
Soft breadsticks grilled with cheese and garlic, picking up a smoky flavor from the Traeger. Good for sharing or serving alongside heavier mains.
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Honey Garlic Pork Chops
A quick-cooking pork chop recipe with a sticky honey garlic glaze. Good for weeknights and done in under 30 minutes, these chops are juicy with minimal effort.
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Umami Garlic Aioli Recipe
This garlic aioli builds a savory base with a smart twist to deepen the flavor. Use it for sandwiches, burgers, or as a dip—it’s thick, creamy, and fast to make.
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Pan Seared Buttery Garlic Ribeye Steak
A ribeye steak seared in a hot pan with garlic butter until a crust forms. The inside stays juicy, and it’s ready in under 20 minutes for a quick but satisfying steak dinner.
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Garlic Confit
Slow-cooked garlic cloves in oil until soft and mellow. Store it in the fridge and use it to spread on bread, stir into mashed potatoes, or toss with roasted vegetables.
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Papa Johns Garlic Dipping Sauce
A simple two-ingredient recipe that mimics the classic pizza shop dipping sauce. Takes just minutes and works great with pizza, breadsticks, or sandwiches.
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No-Knead Focaccia with Garlic and Herbs
This hands-off focaccia uses a no-knead dough that gets topped with garlic, herbs, and salt. It’s chewy, crusty, and holds up well on its own or as a side.
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Hamburger Gravy with Garlic Chive Noodles
Ground beef in a thick gravy served over noodles flavored with garlic and chives. It’s a filling, one-plate meal with strong comfort food energy.
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Garlic Butter Mushroom Spaghetti
Spaghetti tossed with mushrooms in a garlic butter sauce. Quick to prep and cook, this makes a great weeknight dish that doesn’t need a long list of ingredients.
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Grilled Spicy Chili Garlic Chicken Thighs
Chicken thighs marinated in a chili garlic sauce, grilled until crisp and juicy. Solid option for anyone who likes heat and bold flavor in their grilled food.
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Grilled Garlic Butter Biscuits
Biscuits cooked on the grill and brushed with garlic butter for extra flavor. Good as a side for grilled meats or as a savory snack.
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Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce
A thick, flavorful sauce that blends roasted garlic with cream—great for pouring over pasta, meats, or vegetables. Easy to make and holds well in the fridge.
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Traeger Garlic Butter Mushrooms
Mushrooms cooked on a Traeger in garlic butter, picking up both smoke and richness. Works well as a side dish or topping for steak or burgers.
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Traeger Garlic Gruyere Potato Gratin
Thinly sliced potatoes baked in a garlic and Gruyère cream sauce. It’s cheesy and rich with a crisp top, making it a solid side for roasted meats.
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Pickled Garlic
Garlic cloves soaked in a vinegar solution to preserve and mellow their flavor. Add them to salads, spreads, or snack boards for a punchy, tangy bite.
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Garlic Herb Compound Butter
A simple mix of garlic and herbs blended into softened butter. Slice and add to meat, bread, or cooked vegetables for fast flavor.
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Garlic Parmesan Smoked Wings
Chicken wings seasoned with garlic and parmesan, smoked until tender and crisp. Great for sharing or adding to a game-day spread.
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Traeger Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes cooked on the grill with roasted garlic for extra depth. These hold their own next to grilled meats and are easy to scale up.
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Traeger Smoked Garlic Goat Cheese
Goat cheese flavored with smoked garlic, grilled for a warm, spreadable appetizer. Serve it with crackers or bread for a quick snack board addition.
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Traeger Smoked Garlic Confit
Garlic cloves slowly smoked in oil until soft and spreadable. Use it in sauces, dressings, or as a topping for grilled food.
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Smoked Garlic Pig Shots
Bacon-wrapped bites filled with smoked garlic and seasoning, cooked until crisp. These make a fun, flavorful snack or party dish.
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Pellet Grill Lingcod with Wine and Garlic
Lingcod cooked on a pellet grill with garlic and wine, giving it a light smoky finish and plenty of flavor. A solid fish option when you want something quick but impressive.
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Traeger Cheddar Garlic Butter Swim Biscuits
Biscuits baked in a pan of melted garlic butter and cheddar. They puff up soft in the middle with crispy, buttery edges—great on their own or with a main dish.
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Filet Mignon with Whiskey Garlic Shrimp Sauce [Surf & Turf]
Tender filet mignon topped with shrimp in a garlic-whiskey sauce. Rich and layered, this recipe is great for when you want something bold without needing a ton of steps.
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Traeger Honey Garlic Salmon
Salmon cooked on a Traeger and brushed with a sticky honey garlic glaze. It’s fast, flavorful, and works well with rice or roasted vegetables.
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Traeger Smoked Garlic
Garlic cloves smoked until soft and mellowed out. Keep them on hand to stir into dips, mash into spreads, or layer onto sandwiches.
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Smoked Garlic Butter
Butter blended with smoked garlic, ideal for slathering on bread, melting over meat, or stirring into sides. Easy to prep and keeps well.
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Garlic Dill Smoked Salmon
Smoked salmon flavored with garlic and dill, giving it a fresh but savory twist. Works well on bagels, salads, or as part of a snack board.
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Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes
Baby potatoes roasted until crisp, then tossed with garlic and parmesan. Simple to make, these are a go-to side for chicken, steak, or fish.
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