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Grilled Potatoes with Garlic and Thyme

These crispy grilled potatoes made with simple seasoning and melted cheese are a potato recipe the whole family will enjoy! They're the perfect side dish for any grilled meal.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 225 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb Yukon gold potatoes
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 3-4 thyme sprigs, broken into smaller pieces
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoon bacon grease
  • 1 cup Parmesan, freshly grated

Instructions

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  1. Wash whole potatoes. Slice potatoes 1/16" thick with a mandoline slicer. You can peel the potatoes beforehand, but it isn't necessary.
  2. Slice garlic cloves 1/16" thick with mandoline slicer.
  3. Place cast iron skillet on the grill grates directly over the flames. Preheat grill to 350°F.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon of bacon grease to the pan, let it melt, and swirl to coat the pan.
  5. Arrange ⅓ of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of the skillet. They probably won't quite fit in a single layer, but it will be close.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Top the potatoes with ⅓ of the thyme sprigs and ½ of the sliced garlic. Top with ½ tablespoon of bacon grease, broken into small pieces.
  7. Repeat with ⅓ of the potatoes, salt and pepper, ½ of the garlic, ⅓ of the thyme, and ½ tablespoon of bacon grease.
  8. Top with remaining potato slices, salt and pepper, and remaining thyme sprigs. Top with ½ tablespoon of bacon grease, broken into small pieces.
  9. Cook for 10 minutes, directly over the flames, or until the bottom potatoes are starting to brown.
  10. Move the skillet to indirect heat and top with parmesan cheese.
  11. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • This recipe uses Yukon gold potatoes but red potatoes, russet potatoes, or even sweet potatoes can be substituted instead.
  • This recipe uses sliced garlic cloves but if you're short on time, you can use garlic powder instead.
  • Fresh thyme is used for this recipe but you can use any fresh herbs, Italian seasoning, or your favorite seasonings for endless flavor possibilities!
  • Bacon grease gives these potatoes the silliest, crispiest, delicious flavor and texture. But you can use olive oil instead or your personal preference for cooking fats/oils.
  • Parmesan cheese adds a delicious nuttiness and tanginess to these potatoes. But you can use cheddar cheese or your favorite melty cheese.
  • This recipe was written for a pellet grill but you can use a gas grill, charcoal grill, etc. As long as your grill has a way to use direct and indirect heat, you're good to go!
  • A cast iron skillet is essential for these potatoes because they're safe to put on the grill and they hold their heat well which leads to delicious crispy potatoes.
  • A mandoline slicer is super helpful for slicing potatoes into even, thin slices, but you can use a sharp knife instead.
  • Keep an eye on the potatoes on the bottom. If they start getting too crispy, move the pan to indirect heat sooner so they don't burn.

Nutrition Information

Calories 225kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 21mg (7%) Sodium 358mg (15%) Potassium 523mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 170IU (3%) Vitamin C 24mg (27%) Calcium 168mg (17%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 225

% Daily Value*

Calories 225kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Sodium 358mg 15%
Potassium 523mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 170IU 3%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Calcium 168mg 17%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.