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Delicious Easy Grilled Potatoes Recipe - crispy and tender summer side dish

Easy Grilled Potatoes

These grilled potatoes are tender inside, crisp on the edges, and super buttery. Perfect for weeknight dinners and cookouts, they require minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds potatoes Yukon Gold or Red potatoes preferred for best texture.
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter Helps everything cook evenly.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Plus more to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Or 2 minced cloves.
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional but recommended.
  • 1/2 small onion thin sliced Optional.
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped parsley For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat your grill to medium heat. If your grill runs hot, keep it closer to medium low.
  2. Wash and cut the potatoes into even pieces.
  3. Toss potatoes with oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and any extras like onion or paprika.
  4. Build a foil packet using two layers of foil and seal tightly.
Cooking
  1. Grill covered for 18 to 25 minutes, flipping the packet once halfway through.
  2. Carefully open the packet, then if you want more browning, open the foil and grill for an additional 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Finish with parsley and taste for salt.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet for best results.