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14 Dinners Full of Garlic Butter, Glaze & Crunch
Garlic butter dreams: 14 quick & crunchy dinners that'll make your taste buds dance!
Rhys Lawson
May 18, 2025
Got 30 minutes? That’s all you need for Garlic Hasselbacks, Buffalo Cauli Bites, or Becky's Diner-inspired Breakfast Tacos.
If you’re leaning summery, I’d go with the Mango Mahi.
More of a comfort food person? Dig into the Baby Back Ribs or Alfredo with Broccoli.
There’s something in here for every kind of dinner craving.
Hope you enjoy! — Rhys
14 Dinners Full of Garlic Butter, Glaze & Crunch
1. Velvety Potato Purée with Garlic Butter Drizzle
A silky-smooth side elevated by slow-cooked garlic and browned butter.
 | Pommes Purée by Bistro du Midi Garlic butter, chives |
2. Tahini Caesar Salad with Pita Crisps
A Mediterranean spin on Caesar with nutty tahini dressing.
 | Tahini Caesar by CAVA Grilled chicken, hummus, pita crisps, pickled onions, feta, romaine, arugula, Tahini Caesar dressing. |
3. Crab Imperial-Stuffed Mushrooms
Rich crab meat imperial tucked into roasted mushroom caps.
 | Crab Stuffed Mushrooms by The Shrimp Factory Mushroom caps stuffed with blue crab meat and garlic butter. |
4. Honolulu-Style Grilled Chicken
Soy-marinated, grilled chicken with pineapple glaze.
 | Honolulu Chicken by Hawaiian Bros Island Grill Grilled chicken breast marinated in a blend of Hawaiian spices. Topped with a vibrant pineapple salsa and served on a bed of coconut-infused rice. |
5. Buffalo Sauce Glazed Cauliflower Bites
Spicy, tangy, and totally addictive vegetarian snack.
 | Buffalo Cauliflower by Red Cow North Loop Spicy cauliflower bites served with dipping sauce. |
6. Fettuccine Alfredo with Broccoli
A creamy classic with a slight bitter edge from the greens.
 | CHICKEN & BROCCOLI ALFREDO by Rosalina's Kitchen Savor tender chicken and vibrant broccoli tossed in a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce, served over a bed of perfectly cooked fettuccine for a comforting and delicious meal. |
7. Tartar Sauce-Dressed Fish Sliders
Fried cod sliders with a punchy tartar and pickles.
 | CRISPY FISH SLIDER by Elm City Social Tartar Sauce, Pickles, Lettuce. |
8. Bahama Mama BBQ Chicken Skewers
A tropical BBQ vibe with bourbon-spiked marinade.
| Bourbon Chicken Skewers by Bourbon Chicken Succulent chicken skewers marinated in a rich bourbon glaze, grilled to perfection for a smoky, sweet flavor. |
9. Mahi Mahi with Mango Salsa
Blackened mahi mahi topped with bright, juicy mango salsa.
 | Blackened Mahi Mahi by The Reef Seafood & Steak Cajun spices, topped with mango salsa, choice of two sides. |
10. Baby Back Ribs with Smoky Honey Glaze
Fall-off-the-bone ribs with a sticky finish.
 | Baby Back Ribs by Crepes Tea House Fall-off-the-bone tender ribs, glazed with a tangy and smoky barbecue sauce. |
11. Twisted Laurel Greek Nachos
Pita chips, tzatziki, olives, feta… a Mediterranean mash-up.
 | ATHENIAN PITA CHIP NACHOS by Athenian Pita chips, gyros meat, tomatoes, onions, peppers, mozzarella, sliced olives, feta cheese and jalapenos. |
12. Becky's Diner-Style Breakfast Tacos
Scrambled eggs, bacon, and hash inside soft tortillas.
 | Breakfast Tacos by BOOTS & BONES Scrambled Eggs, Shredded Cheddar, Bacon or Chorizo, Diced Tomatoes, Home Fries, Salsa Verde |
13. Honey Lime Vinaigrette Chicken Bowls
A sweet, tangy dressing over grilled chicken and grains.
 | Chicken, Peach, Pecans, Honey Lime Vinaigrette Salad by Brave New Restaurant Chicken, peach, pecans, honey lime vinaigrette salad |
14. Garlic Parmesan Hasselback Potatoes
Crispy on the edges, tender in the center, loaded with garlic.
 | Crispy Hasselback by RPM Italian Baked to golden perfection and seasoned with a medley of herbs and spices, this dish is served with a drizzle of rich garlic butter |
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It only takes 5 seconds. Making this took me 1 hour and 4 mins :)
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