Description
This Grilled Baked Potatoes recipe offers a delightful way to enjoy perfectly cooked potatoes with a crispy or soft skin according to your preference. By grilling the potatoes wrapped in foil or directly on the grill, you get flavors infused with a subtle smoky touch. Easy to prepare, these potatoes make a fantastic side dish that pairs perfectly with various toppings like butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, and bacon bits.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 medium russet potatoes
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Butter
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese
- Chives
- Bacon bits
Instructions
- Prep the potatoes: Scrub the potatoes clean under running water and pat them dry with a towel. Pierce each potato a few times using a fork to allow steam to escape during cooking.
- Coat and season: Rub each potato evenly with olive oil. Sprinkle generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Wrap or not (your choice): If you prefer softer skins, wrap each potato tightly in foil. For crispier skins, leave the potatoes unwrapped to cook directly on the grill.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium heat, approximately 400°F (200°C), to prepare for grilling.
- Grill the potatoes: Place the potatoes directly on the grill grates. Close the grill lid and cook for 45 to 60 minutes, turning the potatoes every 15 to 20 minutes to ensure even cooking on all sides.
- Check for doneness: The potatoes are done when a fork or skewer slips in easily without resistance, indicating a soft interior.
- Serve: Carefully remove the potatoes from the grill. If wrapped in foil, unwrap them cautiously as steam will escape. Let them cool for a few minutes before slicing open. Add your favorite toppings like butter, sour cream, shredded cheese, chives, or bacon bits to enhance flavor and enjoy.
Notes
- Wrapping potatoes in foil results in a softer skin, while grilling directly produces a crispier skin.
- Russet potatoes are preferred for their fluffy texture after cooking.
- If you don’t have a grill, you can bake these potatoes in a conventional oven at 400°F (200°C) for about the same amount of time.
- Turn potatoes regularly to avoid burning and to cook them evenly on all sides.
- Use a fork or skewer to test doneness; it should slide in easily when fully cooked.
- Customize your toppings to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
