If you want the best-baked potato, then don’t bake it. Grill it! Sounds weird, right? Then, give a shot to this recipe for baked potato on grill. It’s an easy recipe. So, why don’t you try this recipe now?
For baked potato on grill, season each potato with salt, olive oil, black pepper, and garlic powder after poking it 5 to 6 times. Now, wrap it with aluminum foil and bake it in the grill for around 50 to 60 minutes.
Unwrap the potatoes and top them with sour cream, chopped chives, or the topping of your choice.
You have to read the full recipe card to have the instructions for baked potato on grill. You can also use crème fraiche in the recipe. If you don’t have crème fraiche, here is a list of crème fraiche substitutes for you.
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What Equipment Will You Need To Make Baked Potato On Grill?
- Grill – Cook the potatoes on the grill for an hour. You’ll want to rotate them a few times to make sure they cook evenly and tender.
- Aluminum Foil – Wrap the potatoes individually in aluminum foil. It helps the potatoes slowly rise in temperature and allows each potato to evenly cook.
- Fork – Pierce the potatoes with a fork, allowing all the smoky flavors to penetrate the spuds.
- Kitchen Tongs – Remove the baked potatoes from the grill using a kitchen tongs.
How Much Time Will You Need To Make Baked Potato On Grill?
| Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Minutes | 1 Hour | 1 Hour 10 Minutes |
What Ingredients Will You Need To Make Baked Potato On Grill?
- Russet Potatoes – Russet potatoes have high starch content, making their insides light and fluffy when cooked, and their absorbent nature allows them to easily pick up all the flavors of smoke and char.
- Olive Oil – Apply olive oil to the pierced potatoes for a crisper bite.
- Garlic Powder – Garlic powder will add a kick of sweetness to the potatoes.
- Salt – Coating the potato in salt is optional but creates a lovely crisp and flavorful crust. I highly recommend it.
- Black Pepper – Black pepper will bring out the bold flavors from the baked potato on grill.
Steps To Make Baked Potato On Grill
1. It’s One Step Process
Poke the four medium russet potatoes 5 to 6 times before you apply seasoning to it. Meanwhile, preheat your grill.
Now, it’s time to apply seasoning. Apply olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper on the surface of the potatoes. Wrap each potato with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
Place them on the preheated grill. Grill them with a closed lid for around 50 to 60 minutes until the potatoes are soft.
Remove these potatoes from the grill and leave them to cool after unwrapping them from the foil.
Nutritional Information
| Calories | 957 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 160 g |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Fat | 29 g |
| Sodium | 61 mg |
| Potassium | 3778 mg |
| Fiber | 20 g |
| Sugar | 7 g |
| Vitamin A | 17 iu |
| Vitamin C | 168 mg |
| Calcium | 115 mg |
| Iron | 8 mg |
How Will Baked Potato On Grill Look And Taste Like?
The potatoes are soft and have a crispy salty crust. You can add your choice of topping and use them as delicious sides for the meal.
By seasoning well, grilling them in foil, and finishing them on direct heat, these potatoes stay moist on the inside, and crispy on the outside.
Not only does it free up oven space and keep your kitchen cool on hot days, but the grill is also an ideal stag e to introduce the flavors of sweet smoke.
The potatoes are crispy just a bit more while taking on the sweet and smokey aroma of wood.
Recipe Card
Baked Potato On Grill Recipe
Equipment
- Grill
- Aluminum Foil (high-duty)
- Fork
- Kitchen Tongs
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet Potatoes
- 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Poke the potato 5 to 6 times before you apply seasoning to it. Now, preheat your grill.
- Apply olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper on the surface of the potatoes.
- Wrap each potato with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place them on the grill.
- Grill them with a closed lid for around 50 to 60 minutes until the potatoes are soft.
- Remove these potatoes from the grill, leave them to cool after unwrapping them from the foil.
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Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How long do baked potatoes take in the grill?
Wrap each potato in a 12-by-12-inch piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil, then place on the grill. (If using a charcoal grill, place over the area with coals.) Grill with the lid closed until a paring knife slides easily into each potato, 50 to 60 minutes.
Should baked potatoes be wrapped in foil?
No! Wrapping potatoes in foil holds the moisture in—which means the potatoes will start to steam. If you wrap them in foil, you’ll be left with soggy potatoes instead of crispy ones. Baking them on a baking sheet (or even directly on the oven rack) spaced apart lets the air circulate around them for more even cooking.
Should I boil potatoes before grilling?
It’s a good idea to boil potatoes in salted water for about five minutes prior to baked potato on grill. The salt in the water will help flavor the potatoes. Also, boiling will partially cook the potatoes which will let you direct grill at a higher temperature, for a crispier exterior.
Should I poke holes in potatoes before baking?
Yes, it’s good to prick them. It pokes holes in the skin, which allows steam to escape. Otherwise, they could explode—it doesn’t happen all the time, but it happens every once in a while. The potato is full of water it’s trying to turn to steam, or water vapor.
Conclusion
Not sure of what your dinner guests prefer? Make baked potato on grill. Each potato is an open slate for a wide variety of toppings. You provide the potato, and your guests bring the creativity.
