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Posted: 04/18/25

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Smoked baked potato with butter on plate
Traeger smoked potato with butter on plate
Smoked baked potato with butter on plate
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These Smoked Baked Potatoes are seasoned with salt, pepper and garlic pepper and then slow cooked on your Traeger electric pellet grill. They are a quick and easy side dish that anyone can make.

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I think baked potatoes are one of my favorite vegetables. Where some people love the fluffy insides, I love the perfectly crispy skin, especially when it’s been seasoned with a little salt, pepper and garlic. These Smoked Baked Potatoes on the Traeger are fluffy on the inside with a crispy seasoned skin and great smoke flavor.

We’ve made them on the grill before and these Grilled Baked Potatoes have become one of our favorite go to recipes when we are grilling.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Potatoes are a healthy side dish for all of your main meat dishes.
  • It only requires five ingredients that more than likely you have in your house.
  • Easy to cook with your smoked meat. Just adjust the cooking time by the temperature you are cooking your meat at. High temp? Lower the cooking time. Lower temp? Raise the cooking time.
  • Did we mention they are light and fluffy inside with a crispy, seasoned skin just like a steakhouse?

Ingredients for Smoked Baked Potatoes

  • Potatoes – The best potatoes to smoke are going to be the same ones that are great for baking in the oven like Russet and Yukon Gold. Get potatoes that are similar in size so the cooking time is the same.
  • Olive oil – You could also use butter to rub on the outside of the potato to get that crispy skin.
  • Seasonings – Salt, pepper, garlic powder or our famous Beef Rub works great on these.
  • Toppings – Butter, sour cream, cheese, fresh parsley

The BEST Baked Potato Toppings

  • Smoked Bacon
  • Sour Cream
  • Butter
  • Chives
  • Green Onions
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Leftover Brisket
  • Leftover Pulled Pork
Traeger Baked Potatoes on smoker

How to Cook Baked Potatoes on the Smoker

  1. Combine seasonings in a small bowl.
  2. Scrub potato well under warm water. Pierce holes in potato with a fork. Brush with olive oil. Roll potatoes in the bowl to coat with the spices.
  3. Place potatoes on the smoker set to 225 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoke for 2 hours or until fork tender.

Storage and Reheating

Store leftover smoked baked potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

To reheat, cut the potato in half and heat it in the microwave. Another delicious option is to cut the potatoes into cubes and fry in butter on the stove top.

What pellets should I use when smoking potatoes?

We prefer a pellet with a strong smoky flavor like Hickory. Another great option would be a competition blend of pellets.
Pecan and Mesquite pair nicely with smoked potatoes too

Should I wrap the potatoes in foil?

No, keep the potatoes unwrapped so that they can take on that delicious smoky flavor. Placing them right on the grill grates will also help the skin get nice and crisp.

Should I pierce holes in potatoes before smoking?

Yes, you should pierce holes in the potatoes several times with a fork before you season and place them on the smoker. Piercing holes helps any built up steam to escape, so the potato doesn’t explode.

TemperatureCook Time
225º F2 hours, or slightly longer
250º F2 hours
275º F2 hours, or slightly less
275º F1 ½ hours, or slightly longer
325º F1 ½ hours
350º Fbetween 1 – 1 ½ hours

Pro Tips

  • Potatoes are cooked through when the internal temperature reaches 205-210 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • You can smoke your protein at the same time as the potatoes. Preheat to the temperature required for the protein and adjust the time the potatoes are smoking for.
Traeger Baked Potato with butter

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5 from 8 votes

Smoked Baked Potatoes

These light and fluffy Smoked Baked Potatoes are the perfect side dish recipe for your Traeger! Brushed with olive oil and then seasoned with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Prep:10 minutes mins
Cook:2 hours hrs
Total:2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
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Equipment

  • Basting brush
  • Smoker
  • Wood pellets
  • Grill tongs
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

  • 4 russet potatoes medium
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Preheat smoker according to manufacturer's directions to a temperature of 225 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a small bowl stir garlic powder, black pepper and salt to combine.
  • Wash potatoes. Pierce holes in potatoes with a fork. Brush with olive oil. Roll potatoes in spices in bowl until they are completely covered.
  • Place potatoes on smoker set to 225 degrees Fahrenheit. Smoke for 2 hours or until soft and fork tender.
  • Serve potatoes with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 202kcal (10%), Carbohydrates: 39g (13%), Protein: 4g (8%), Fat: 3g (5%), Sodium: 592mg (26%), Potassium: 897mg (26%), Fiber: 2g (8%), Sugar: 1g (1%), Vitamin C: 12.1mg (15%), Calcium: 28mg (3%), Iron: 1.8mg (10%)
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We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box is calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.

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Serving Suggestions

Now you have a Smoked Baked Potato, but what will you serve it with? These are a few of our favorite main dishes to pair with those potatoes! The most flavorful and juicy Smoked Pork Loin is always a family favorite and cooks well alongside your potatoes. Juicy, tender and protein packed Smoked Chicken Breasts are a weekly go-to and we love to smoke a Meatloaf just to switch things up every once in a while.

  • Smoked Meatloaf – This isn’t your Grandma’s meatloaf (<— I’m sure hers was great!), sooooo much flavor!
  • Smoked Chicken Breasts – Juicy, tender and HEALTHY! Perfect for meal prep!

More potato recipes!

  • The ultimate potato dish is Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill with Bacon. Gooey cheese, tender seasoned potatoes and crisp bacon make the best side dish. Plus clean up is a breeze when you use an aluminum foil pan.
  • Switch up your starch and make Seasoned Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges for some extra flavor and nutrition.
  • Nothing screams summer grilling like Baked Potatoes on the Grill. We love a baked potato bar with all of the best toppings.
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Hi! We are Jason & Julie! We focus on easy, simple recipes that everyone can tackle on their smoker and grills that the entire family will enjoy!

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  1. W D says

    Posted on 9/5/22 at 7:28 am

    5 stars
    Great and easy recipe…

    Reply
    • the Evinks says

      Posted on 9/6/22 at 11:45 am

      Great to hear! Thanks for rating and commenting on this recipe!

      Reply
  2. Ron says

    Posted on 1/5/20 at 10:47 pm

    5 stars
    Great tasting Idaho on the Traeger. My wife loves the white part and I love the skins. Thanks for sharing

    Reply
    • Megan Mitzel says

      Posted on 1/6/20 at 9:14 pm

      You’re welcome! I’m glad it was a hit!

      Reply
  3. Texas Bubba says

    Posted on 8/10/19 at 9:20 pm

    5 stars
    Lots of bang for the buck. Great taste with no effort.

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 8/12/19 at 1:27 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for coming back and rating and commenting!

      Reply
  4. Renee Goerger says

    Posted on 7/8/19 at 1:49 pm

    5 stars
    I just said to my husband last night as we were eating these potatoes “I could eat these every day and be a very happy girl!”

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 7/11/19 at 2:48 pm

      I feel that way too!!

      Reply
  5. Rebecca Hubbell says

    Posted on 7/8/19 at 1:10 pm

    5 stars
    I love my Traeger and have been making ALL of the things on it – these potatoes were a real winner!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 7/11/19 at 2:48 pm

      Glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  6. Melissa Howell says

    Posted on 2/8/19 at 3:03 am

    5 stars
    I LOVE baked potatoes. And you’re right–they’re not nearly as good in the microwave. I seriously need to come to your house and have you smoke everything for me for an entire week!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 2/12/19 at 2:55 am

      You would be in heaven!

      Reply
  7. Malinda Linnebur says

    Posted on 1/8/19 at 8:13 pm

    5 stars
    This will be the perfect baked potato for our steaks!! Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 1/11/19 at 4:07 pm

      Such a great way to make a potato!

      Reply
    • Sandi says

      Posted on 6/2/19 at 8:33 pm

      Does it matter which flavor pellets to use? I just got a Traeger so I’m excited to try these but don’t see which pellets you used or if it makes a difference.
      Thanks for sharing your recipes, it’s a big help when new to smoking food.

      Reply
      • Julie Evink says

        Posted on 6/3/19 at 5:32 pm

        Hi! You can def change up the pellets but honestly I usually stick with a mixed blend like competition blend! That’s what we love!

  8. Danielle Green says

    Posted on 1/7/19 at 8:45 pm

    5 stars
    These look so simple yet so delicious!

    Reply
    • Julie Evink says

      Posted on 1/8/19 at 5:15 pm

      They are such an easy and simple side dish idea!

      Reply

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