George Foreman Evolve Grill: (GRP4842MB) Chemical FREE Non-Stick Grilling.

Last Updated on August 30, 2021

The George Foreman Evolve Grill Is A Safer Way To Cook With Its Chemical Free Non-Stick Coating.

Here’s something that deserves a closer look from anyone interested in enjoying freshly grilled meals.

It’s a George Foreman Evolve grill that’s even more versatile than most other models.

That’s because it gives you several options and widens the range of cooking possibilities, even for kitchen novices.

It even comes in three colors Red Platinum or Black your choice.

Three/Four-In-One Versatility

It looks like a Panini maker but it’s a versatile three/four-in-one cooking appliance.

Included with the Black and Platinum grill, are waffle plates and ceramic grilling/panini plates that are interchangeable.

The Red Grill has ceramic plates for grilling, a panini press, a baking dish, and a muffin pan, all are interchangeable.

You can prepare quality fare that tastes great, right from your own home. While the basic unit is a three-in-one, that’s not all this thing does.

The built-in adjustable hinges connecting the top and bottom grills together mean you can cook to perfection, standard-size grilled sandwiches, or thick burritos.

Small Footprint – Large Range Of Deliciousness

Overall dimensions of this George Foreman Evolve grill measure five and three-quarter inches high by 13 inches deep by 15 inches wide.

The actual grill itself measures about seven and a half inches by eleven and a half inches.

It represents a whole lot of kitchen capability packed in the one compact appliance that won’t take up too much space on your counter-top.

Available in three different colors – black, platinum, and red – so you can choose the finish that best fits your home’s decor.

It comes equipped with a high heat searing option that gives you a restaurant-quality char, without you having to play a guessing game.

First, it raises the temperature of whatever you’re grilling to 500 degrees for about 90 seconds, to give you that nice grill look, then it continues with the cooking process to produce consistently good results.

How Easy Is The George Foreman Grill To Operate – And Clean?

A digital control panel on the front of the George Foreman Grill clearly displays the cooking time and grill temperature, which can range from 325 degrees F to about 450 degrees F, plus the automatic 500 degrees F searing burst.

All the control buttons are designed to sit level with the grill exterior. This makes the job of wiping down the surface to clean the entire machine even easier.

Oh and… all of the grill plates (optional add-ons included) are completely removable and 100% dishwasher-safe. 95% of the time – all you have to do is remove the plates and toss them in the dishwasher.

Occasionally, you may find a little soaking time is necessary – particularly when grilling with cheeses or sauces, like barbecue sauce.

Is This George Foreman Evolve Grill A Safer And Healthier Way To Grill?

So grill all the scrumptious foods you want, without worrying about the potential health risks of those harmful chemicals leaching into your food.

Not only is the non-stick ceramic coating safer, but it also simplifies cleanup too.

In many cases, a simple wipe-down, followed by a cycle through the dishwasher, takes care of most grilled on messes.

Where this kind of non-stick grill really shines is that it completely eliminates the need for oil and butter.

If you’re watching your waistline, this is an easy way to eliminate extra calories. (small things count

Cut Out The Oil

I know that some people claim that using olive oil is a healthy way to cook.

According to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, oils of any kind are highly processed foods that equate to 120 unnecessary calories for every tablespoon used.

With the George Foreman Grill, you don’t need any oil.

You’ll get perfectly seared and grilled food virtually every time, once you get comfortable using your new piece of equipment.

Besides Grilling What Can I Use George Foreman grill For?

You may be as surprised as I was to discover all the things you can do with the Foreman Evolve Grill.

This one kitchen device grills, griddles, bakes, toasts, and even sautes. It is versatility, defined.

The George Foreman recipe book has 101 recipes for busy people. That should be enough to keep you grilling all year.  

If you’re limited by budget or kitchen counter space, yet want to be able to cook like a chef, the George Foreman Multi-plate Evolve Grill is worth serious consideration.

Particularly if you can add some of the extra cooking plates when you make your purchase

Sure, it’s at an additional cost, but this adds variety and depth to your cooking that’s hard to match without a fully-equipped kitchen.

Special Features Worth Noting

This George Foreman grill features a floating, adjustable hinge.

This is an excellent design element in that it allows you to get a nice sear on a juicy steak, and beautiful grill marks on a thick, fully-loaded burrito.

It does so just as easily as it does on the delicious grilled cheese sandwiches it produces.

This George Foreman grill, like most others in the family, carries the patented slope design, so excess grease and fat drain off the grill naturally.

It’s scratch and stain resistant, yet capable of high temperature searing.

Restaurant Quality Waffles –  and More

All meals are relatively fast to prepare on the George Foreman grill. It’s quick to heat up and maintain an even temperature.

That makes cooking most (not all) meals fairly fast, and thanks to the ceramic non-stick coating, cleanup is super easy and efficient.

If you want to enjoy a delicious Sunday brunch, try waffles on your Evolve grill.

How Do I Make Waffles Without The Batter Running Off?

With this model, you can adjust the slope and make the grill perfectly level for certain applications – like making waffles without the batter running out the side.

Using the waffle plates makes it easy to grill up fresh, fluffy, and golden brown waffles – quickly and without a lot of hassle.

You and your family will be impressed by the results.

This George Foreman Grill Cooks Five Servings

The grill surface on the George Foreman Grill is designed to cook about five separate servings simultaneously.

It doesn’t matter what you’re doing-it’s excellent for a variety of cooking tasks – including grilling vegetables.

Having two of these grills at once gives you the capability of cooking complete meat and vegetable dinners for 5 people at once.

This 3-in-1 comes with ceramic trays, waffle plates, and grilled Panini press plates. You can easily cook just about anything on this George Foreman grill.

These include pizza, meatloaf, lasagna, frittatas, burritos, and loads of different grilled sandwiches.

That’s how you get maximum value from your purchase.

It’s Easily Portable

This Evolve grill is a portable device, you can place it anywhere in your kitchen.

If counter space is severely limited – and you’re not using your stovetop you could simply set up your 3 in 1 there and gain the benefit of an over the stove exhaust fan to vent any smoke coming off the grill.

The George Foreman Grill Cooks Anything

You can cook a variety of meats on this George Foreman grill, including chicken.

Chicken breasts can be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. in about nine to eleven minutes when the grill is set to 375 degrees.

To make sure your meat is cooked to perfection it’s a good idea to use a food thermometer, no more undercooked meat, no more guesswork.

If you’re working with frozen chicken, it will take a couple of extra minutes to cook throughout.

When consistency is important, you need a grill that’s up to the task and can deliver properly cooked food with flavor without an impossible mess to clean.

Whatever you fancy – fish, burgers, chicken, beef, souvlaki – you name it – this grill can handle it.

Even bratwurst can be cooked to an internal temperature of at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit.

With the grill set to 375 degrees, it takes somewhere between 13 and 16 minutes – depending on the thickness of the sausage.

Chop up a variety of vegetables, like peppers, onions, mushrooms, asparagus, zucchini, and corn, and throw it on the grill with a little seasoning and you’ll enjoy a mouth-watering, fresh-grilled meal.

Using the George Foreman Evolve Grill Is Easy As Pie

This George Foreman grill is typical of the GF family, all very easy to use and this one is no exception.

Simply plug it in, turn it on, and wait for the beep to indicate that the grill is at the desired temperature.

As one buyer puts it, this machine is a serious multi-tasker – where you can cook just about anything.

The interchangeable plates make this an extremely useful grill.

The best things about this grill are the removable plates and the variety of grilling plates that are available.

To get the most out of this George Foreman Evolve Grill, it’s also important that you treat these plates with great care as they are the key to producing tasty meals on the grill.

What Buyers Liked 

• Grills food beautifully with nice char marks
• Cleanup is fast and easier than on many grills
• Top-notch customer service  
• The floating hinge is an excellent design feature that broadens the range of things you can cook like a pro on this grill
• Seems to fit even older models with removable grill plates perfectly
• Easy-to-use (just plug it in, click the power button wait for the beep indicating your set temperature, and start cooking)
• Comes with ceramic grill plates – so you don’t need any cooking spray, butter, or oil
• Comes with an automatic sear option at 500 degrees Fahrenheit
• The adjustable timer makes cooking even easier
• Removable, ceramic plates make for easier cleaning
• Comes with waffle plates that work great
• Can level out the plates so the food doesn’t slide off (but the sloped option is still there for typical grilling where it drains off excess fat and grease)
• Sets up quickly and it’s easy to control the temperature
• Food tastes great and is cooked healthier
• Easy-to-follow instructions even a kitchen novice can handle
• The bottom and top plates are marked – so it’s impossible to place them in the wrong position
• Huge upgrade over Teflon style coated grills
• Burgers, hotdogs, and even cheese doesn’t stick – though chicken and fish can stick a little
• Three In One adds versatility (thanks to the additional plates included)
• Dishwasher-safe clean up of grill plates
• Plates are made of coated cast aluminum (so they’re strong, yet light)

What Some Buyers Didn’t Like!

• When the plates were new they worked really well but after a time more food seems to stick to them
• Some feel it’s a little pricey
• Sometimes you need to soak the plates for hours to get them clean
• Figuring out how the temperatures and time settings work may take a little time 
• The heating element underneath only covers about 50% – 60% of the total cooking area (which can produce hot spots on the grill)
• Non-stick coating can wear off over time 
• You can’t cook in different formats at once (Since the grill can only accept one set of plates at a time, you have to allow the plates to cool off before you switch them out for another set)

The Verdict on the George Foreman grill

If you’re already a George Foreman grill user, you’ll love the added functionality you get from the Evolve 3 in 1 Grill, and chances are, you’ll be up and running in mere minutes.

If you’re new to the George Foreman grill family, it may take you a little longer to get comfortable with this George Foreman grill

Either way, you’ll enjoy the fresh-grilled meals you cook on it. For versatility and convenience – it’s hard to beat this grill.

We hope this review has helped you to make a more informed choice that’s best suited to your personal needs.

You can also find Questions and Answers about the George Foreman Evolve Grill and Grilling on our FAQ page. 

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