GRILLED FOIL PACK POTATOES

Grilled Foil Pack Potatoes are made with a flavorful blend of onions & spices, a simple and delicious side dish that can be prepared in just a few minutes! These foil baked potatoes on the grill are perfect for summer barbeques or any time you want to add some variety to your meal.

To make grilled potatoes in foil, you will need potatoes, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Simply slice the potatoes and mix them with the oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and other tasty seasonings. Then wrap the mixture in foil and grill for about 20-30 minutes. The result are flavorful and tender BBQ potatoes that are sure to please.

Foil Packet Potatoes- Easy Clean up!

One of the best things about making Grilled Foil Pack Potatoes is the easy clean up. Since the potatoes are cooked in individual foil packets, there is no need to scrub down a dirty grill or baking dish. To make clean up even easier, consider using non-stick aluminum foil. This will prevent the potatoes from sticking to the foil and make it even easier to remove them from the grill or oven.

Another benefit of using foil packets is that they can be prepared ahead of time. Simply assemble the potatoes in the foil packets and store them in the refrigerator until ready to cook. This makes meal prep a breeze and saves time on busy weeknights. Grilled Foil Pack Potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed year-round. With minimal clean up and the ability to prepare ahead of time, they are a great addition to any meal.

Grilling Techniques for BBQ Potatoes

Grilling potatoes in foil packs is a simple and delicious way to cook them on the grill. However, there are a few important grilling techniques to keep in mind to ensure that the potatoes are cooked to perfection.

• Medium heat: Firstly, it is important to preheat the grill to a medium-high heat. This will ensure that the potatoes cook evenly and do not burn. Next, the foil packets should be tightly sealed to prevent any steam from escaping. This will help the potatoes cook faster and more evenly.
• Indirect heat: When placing the foil packets on the grill, it is important to place them on indirect heat. This means that they should not be placed directly over the flames, but rather to the side of the grill. This will prevent the potatoes from burning and will allow them to cook evenly.
• Check regularly: Finally, it is important to check the potatoes regularly to ensure that they are cooking properly. This can be done by carefully opening the foil packet and checking the potatoes for doneness. Once the potatoes are cooked to your liking, they can be removed from the grill and served immediately.

Foil Packet Potatoes Ingredients

Potatoes: You will need 2 pounds of potatoes for this dish. You can use baby potatoes that were washed and quartered (bite-size) or golden potatoes that have been diced into 1-inch side chunks. You will need about 7-8 cups of ready to use potato chunks.

Oil: Coat the potatoes with a ¼ cup of olive oil so that they cook properly and hold the seasonings well.

Parsley: Use ½ TBSP of dried parsley for amazing flavor. You can also use Italian seasoning if that is what you have on hand.

Minced onion: Adding in ½ TBSP of minced onion will add another layer of great taste to this dish.

Salt: Balance all the wonderful flavors in this recipe by using ½ tsp of salt.

Garlic powder: Add 1 tsp of garlic powder to enhance all the flavors well.

Celery seeds: You will want 1 tsp of celery seeds for added freshness, but if you do not have these available, you can omit them.

Ground pepper: Use ¼ tsp of ground pepper for a light kick of spice to this dish.

Ground thyme: For an earthy taste add in ¼ tsp of ground thyme.

How to Make Grilled Foil Pack Potatoes

Prep

Start by preheating your BBQ grill so that it is ready for indirect heating. Heat it to 400 degrees F.

Prepare Potatoes

Then, wash and chop the potatoes into bite sized pieces. Depending on the potato you are using, you can quarter them or dice them into cubes.

Proceed to place your washed and cut potatoes into a large mixing bowl.

Pour in the olive oil and mix well to coat all the potatoes.

Next, add in the dry parsley and minced garlic. Stir to combine seasonings.

After that, sprinkle in salt, garlic powder, celery seeds, ground pepper, and thyme.

Carefully mix the potatoes and seasoning together well so that the potatoes are evenly coated. Set the potatoes aside.

Assemble packets

Begin by cutting 4 pieces of heavy-duty foil that are about 10 inches wide.

Then, add 1 ½-2 cups of the potatoes into each sheet of foil.

Fold the foil to form a pocket around the potatoes and then close it up so it’s sealed. Repeat for all the packets.

Cook

Continue to place your potato packets onto the preheated grill.

Cook for 20 minutes with the grill’s lid closed and then check on the potatoes by inserting a fork.

Continue to cook, checking on the potatoes every 5-10 minutes or so until the desired consistency is achieved. It should take about 30-40 minutes in total cooking time, but time will vary based on the size and type of potatoes used.

Once the potatoes have cooked thoroughly, remove the foil packets from the grill and let them cool for 5 minutes.

Carefully open the packets because the steam will be hot.

Serve warm and enjoy!

Spice and Herb Combinations

Grilled foil pack potatoes are a versatile side dish that can be customized with different spice and herb combinations to suit different tastes. Here are a few ideas to get started:

• Garlic and Rosemary: Crushed garlic and fresh rosemary are a classic combination that pairs well with potatoes. Simply chop up some fresh rosemary and mix it with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the potatoes in the mixture before wrapping them up in foil and grilling.
• Paprika and Cumin: For a smoky, slightly spicy flavor, try mixing together paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat. This combination works well with sweet potatoes as well as regular potatoes.
• Lemon and Thyme: Fresh lemon juice and thyme add a bright, citrusy flavor to grilled potatoes. Mix together some lemon zest, minced fresh thyme, olive oil, salt, and pepper, and toss the potatoes in the mixture before wrapping them up in foil.
• Parmesan and Parsley: For a cheesy, savory twist, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the potatoes before wrapping them up in foil. You can also mix the cheese and parsley with olive oil, salt, and pepper for a more even coating.

Experiment with different spice and herb combinations to find your favorite flavor profile for grilled foil pack potatoes.

What goes well with grilled potatoes?

These are the perfect potatoes to serve alongside some amazing grilled italian sausage, or this phenomenal grilled spatchcock chicken, or even a nice juicy steak. Other backyard BBQ favorites are these easy cheese burgers, hotdogs, and pork chops also taste great served with these amazing potatoes. If desired, you can add some chopped onions or peppers to the foil pack to add more flavor and color. Oh and don’t forget about dessert too! Try some of our other summer time favorites, this Blueberry Jello Salad is delicious. Of these caramel s’mores pops go along with the outdoor and camping theme! Whatever you serve with these grilled potatoes will be amazing!

How long are potato packets good for?

You can keep your leftover cooked potatoes in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. We like to reheat ours in the air fryer to make them crispy and then add them as a side dish to our breakfast meals.

Is it necessary to boil potatoes before grilling?

It’s not necessary to boil potatoes before grilling, but it can help speed up the cooking process. If you want to cut down on the BBQ time, boil the potatoes for 10-15 minutes before placing them in the foil packets.

Can I make foil pack potatoes in the oven?

Yes, foil pack potatoes can be made in the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F, wrap the potatoes in foil and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until they are tender.

Can I prepare potato packets in advance?

You can gather the ingredients needed and have the potatoes already washed and ready to slice and use, but I wouldn’t recommend cutting the potatoes too far before use because they will become discolored and dry out.

Try more grilled recipes you are sure to love this summer!

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• GRILLED STEAK KABOBS
• GRILLED FLANK STEAK
• HONEY CHICKEN KABOBS
• FAJITA CHICKEN KABOBS
• GRILLED SPATCHCOCK CHICKEN
• GRILLED HONEY MUSTARD CHICKEN
• EASY CHEESEBURGER RECIPE
• GRILLED PINEAPPLE WITH COCONUT GLAZE
• CHICKEN PIZZA FOIL PACKETS
• GRILLED HONEY CHICKEN WITH GLAZED PINEAPPLE
• GRILLED TERIYAKI CHICKEN

Grilled Foil Pack Potatoes are made with just a few simple ingredients and are ready in under 1 hour! These foil baked potatoes on the grill can be enjoyed all year round, make them on the BBQ or in the oven any time you want.