Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill with Bacon
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Posted: 10/03/18
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These Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill with Bacon are diced potatoes loaded with butter, onions, bacon and cheese grilled in a foil pan for quick and easy clean up! These grilled potatoes are the perfect side dish that everyone will love!
Cheesy Potatoes on Grill
Who can say no to grilled cheesy potatoes and the bacon? Well that’s the icing on top! Diced potatoes loaded with butter onions and cheese these are like loaded baked potatoes, but even better! An easy side dish, think of this when there’s no room in the oven during busy holiday meals! These potatoes on the grill are one of our family favorites. My Mom requests them when we go to the cabin and my husband is happy to oblige her!
Delicious and ridiculously easy pull the pan off the grill (or outa the oven) and regular potatoes? Never again, everyone is gonna want these taters!
What’s not to love, right?!!! Grilling potatoes on the grill is a weekly rotation around this place.
What are the best potatoes to grill?
I love the creamy and fluffiness of Yukon Gold potatoes, fingerlings or red potatoes are also a great choice! Russet potatoes are super starchy and won’t be your best choice. Because of this they may end up soggy rather than tender.
If all you have on hand are russet potatoes then I’m not going to tell you to rush to the store and buy something different, instead soak the potatoes in cold water for a couple of hours. Then dry the potatoes thoroughly. If they are not completely dry they will steam and may end up soggy.
Grilled Cheesy Potatoes
Our favorite main dish to pair with potatoes on the grill are these Asian Chicken Skewers, Beer Can Chicken, or my famous Sausage and Grilled Shrimp Kabobs! My mine is already asking for the latter of those choices next summer while we are at the cabin!
If you aren’t in the mood for these grilled potatoes another option is Grilled Baked Potatoes. So light and fluffy! These are AMAZING with my Smoked Prime Rib recipe!
You know what else I love about these potatoes on the grill? They are made in a foil pan so I can literally toss everything together and then toss the pan right in the garbage. High five for easy clean up!
What is the best way to dice potatoes?
- Start by scrubbing the potato well under warm water.
- Then after the potatoes are completely clean, cut a thick slice off one side of the potato.
- Flip it onto the cut side, this will give you a flat surface, next cut thick slices.
- Lay the slices flat on your cutting board slice them lengthwise into strips that are as wide as the slice is thick.
- Cut the slices into a dice.
- Cutting the potatoes into uniform pieces will ensure they all get done at the same time!
Shopping list for Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill
- yukon gold potatoes
- seasoned salt
- dried minced onions
- bacon bits
- shredded cheddar cheese
- butter
- foil pan
Do you need to boil potatoes before grilling?
Not at all, that’s one of the reasons this is such a great side dish!
How long does it take to cook Grilled Cheesy Potatoes?
30-40 minutes – cook until the potatoes are fork tender.
How to make Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill
- Preheat the grill to 350 degrees
- Dice the potatoes into one inch pieces
- Using the foil pan, combine all of the ingredients.
- Place the foil pan on the grill and cook until the potatoes are fork tender. About 30-40 minutes.
More potatoes great for grilling or on the smoker!
- Seasoned Potatoes on the Smoker
- Baked Potatoes on the Grill
- Seasoned Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges
- Potato Bundles
- Smoked Baked Potatoes
- Smoked Cheesy Potato Casserole
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Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill with Bacon
These Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill with Bacon are diced potatoes loaded with butter, onions, bacon and cheese grilled in a foil pan for quick and easy clean up! These grilled potatoes are the perfect side dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 6 yukon gold potatoes diced into 1'' pieces
- 1 Tbsp seasoned salt
- 1 Tbsp dried minced onions
- 1/4 c. bacon bits
- 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 Tbsp butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat grilled to 350 degrees.
- In a 9'' x 13'' foil pan combine the potatoes, seasoned salt, dried onions, bacon bits, cheese and butter. Stir to combine.
- Place on grill and grill for 30-40 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 255kcal (13%), Carbohydrates: 16g (5%), Protein: 13g (26%), Fat: 15g (23%), Saturated Fat: 8g (50%), Cholesterol: 45mg (15%), Sodium: 1220mg (53%), Potassium: 602mg (17%), Fiber: 3g (13%), Vitamin A: 385IU (8%), Vitamin C: 15mg (18%), Calcium: 253mg (25%), Iron: 4.4mg (24%)
Kevin says
I will add the cheese later. Iy all burned on the bottom ofvthe pan. But loved the flavor. Will do again!!
the Evinks says
Oh what a bummer! Glad you enjoyed them as much as you could!
Mindy Williams says
Do you cover them with foil?
the Evinks says
No we did not.
Holly says
Thank you for sharing all your wonderful recipes. I too enjoy cooking and am also a collector of cookbooks.
Megan Mitzel says
You’re welcome! Hope you enjoy!
Valerie says
Love this recipe! Get so many compliments and it’s so easy.
Julie Evink says
It’s a staple around here!
Deb says
I made these for breakfast this weekend and they were a huge hit – loved the combination!!
Julie Evink says
Can’t go wrong with bacon and cheese!
Malinda Linnebur says
I love potatoes on the grill!! Can’t wait to try your version!!
Julie Evink says
I can’t either! They are a staple with any meal!
Claire says
These potatoes are just amazing.
So much flavor and so easy to make!
They were perfect for a party over the weekend.
And we are heading into Summer here in Australia so any excuse to use the grill is welcome.
The kids demolished these too 😀
Julie Evink says
So glad you enjoyed them and anytime kids love new things is a win!
Renee Goerger says
These are my go-to potatoes when I want a side dish that I know will please everyone! Great recipe!!
Julie Evink says
It’s our go-to recipe too! Thanks!
Danielle Green says
What a great side and to make it on the grill is a great idea – no muss, no fuss.
Julie Evink says
I love no messes and easily clean up!
Melissa Howell says
I love this idea! No boiling, and no cleanup! Plus, potatoes are my favorite. You’re making me want to cook EVERYTHING on a grill!
Julie Evink says
It’s amazing that you can isn’t it?!