Grilled Potatoes in Foil
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
479 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American, International
Grilled Potatoes in Foil
Description
This recipe prepares large potatoes scrubbed and cut with skins on, coated with a mixture of mayonnaise, sour cream, and ranch seasoning. The seasoned potatoes are portioned onto foil squares, topped with cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon or other toppings like gorgonzola and sausage, then wrapped in foil for cooking. The foil packs can be baked in an oven, grilled on a gas grill, or cooked in a fire pit, making this recipe versatile for different cooking conditions.
Cooking until the potatoes are fork-tender results in soft, flavorful potatoes infused with creamy and tangy ranch notes, complemented by melted cheese and smoky bacon. The skins provide texture and hold the potatoes intact during cooking. This dish serves as a hearty side or can be made a complete meal by adding bite-sized raw chicken pieces in the foil packs that cook through along with the potatoes.
It is practical for camping or outdoor meals due to easy prep and cooking in foil. Checking doneness by piercing with a fork ensures the potatoes are cooked properly. Baking times vary with potato piece size, typically around 30 to 45 minutes at 425°F if baked in an oven. The recipe accommodates numerous topping options for customization.
Prepared packs can be chilled and refrigerated before cooking to facilitate outdoor meals like campfires. This recipe is favorable for its flexibility in cooking methods and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
- 4 large potato scrubbed and cut into bite sized pieces (we keep the potato skins on
Ranch Mix:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix dry, Hidden Valley brand
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup Bacon cooked and crumbled
Optional Topping Ideas:
- ham
- sausage
- onion
- pepper
- broccoli
- blue cheese crumbles
- zucchini
- fresh herbs
Instructions
- After potatoes are washed and cut, combine the ingredients for the ranch mix.
- Use just enough of the mix to thoroughly coat the potatoes and stir together in a large bowl.
- Spoon potatoes out onto individual aluminum foil squares and sprinkle with desired toppings. We did cheddar and bacon for one, and gorgonzola cheese and bacon for the other.
- Wrap the potatoes up in the foil so they are completely covered. We usually wrap each one in two pieces of foil.
- Bake, grill, or cook in a fire pit. It is ready to eat when you peel back some of the foil and potatoes are fork tender and break apart easily.
Notes
- Grilled Potatoes in foil can be cooked on a grill, in an oven at 425°F for 30 to 45 minutes, or over a fire pit until fork tender.
- Check doneness by carefully peeling back the foil and piercing the potatoes with a fork.
- For a full meal, add bite-sized pieces of raw chicken (such as boneless, skinless thighs) to the foil packs and ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Packs can be prepared ahead of time and stored chilled before cooking, convenient for camping or grilling later.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 479 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 479kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 39mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 853mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 1588mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 240IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 42.1mg | 47% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 24% |
| Iron | 12.1mg | 67% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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