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By: the Evinks18 Comments
Posted: 01/03/19 Updated: 06/26/19

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Smoked baked potatoes collage. Top image overhead shot of baked potato with butter, bottom image of side hot of baked potato with butter
Smoked baked potato with butter on plate
Traeger baked potato collage. Top potato with butter on plate, bottom potatoes on smoker
Smoked baked potato with butter on plate
Traeger smoked potato with butter on plate
Smoked baked potato with butter on plate
Smoked baked potato with butter on plate

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. Perfect to pair with your smoked pork, steak or chicken!

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Smoked Baked Potato with butter on plate

Smoked Baked Potatoes

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 – YUM!!!

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.

Plus, the kids love them! Anytime that happens a recipe goes on repeat!

This also lead me to the realization that I needed to try them on the smoker too! Then I’d have a go-to side dish for smoking baked potatoes.

How about you, what’s your favorite veggie? 

Can you smoke potatoes?

Absolutely! Potatoes are delicious on the smoker! Have you tried my recipe for Seasoned Potatoes on Smoker? Those are fantastic and this recipe is another one that you’ll love!

Traeger Baked Potatoes on smoker

Smoked Potatoes

Now, if you are like me, there’s something about a baked potato that makes me feel like I’m dining in a restaurant.

It seems, that every steak house I go to serves a mean baked potato along with their steaks or meat of choice.

My goal is to make it feel like I’m dining out when I’m at home so I love making these Smoked Baked Potatoes!

Mission accomplished!

Why would you smoke baked potatoes?

It’s actually a perfect side dish to serve with just about any meat smoked on the grill – smoked prime rib, smoked whole chicken or even ribs. The reason it’s perfect is that it takes no further effort! You just scrub the outside of the potato and onto the smoker it goes!

I know you can slap them in the microwave and they are done in a snap, but it’s just not the same!

Why not use the heat of the smoker to slow cooker the potatoes? It’s one less side to worry about! Just had it over to your grill master (aka my hubby!) when it’s time for the potatoes to go on the smoker and let them do all the work!

Not that I’d ever do that or anything! ?

What potatoes are best for Traeger Potatoes

There are many potatoes to choose from at the market. When you’re looking to make a great smoked baked potato you’ll definitely want to use a russet potato. The thick skin and high starch content is perfect for baking.

The only other potato I’d recommend for baking would be a sweet potato. 

Hmmm, I should probably do that next, shouldn’t I?

Baked Potato on Smoker

Traeger Baked Potatoes

The best part of these Traeger Baked Potatoes?

SO EASY!

A handful of ingredients, a few minutes of prepping them and you are good to go.

I also love that it’s simple to make them work at whatever temperature you are smoking your main dish at.

Just add a little time if it’s a lower temp or take a little time off if it’s a higher temp.

So flexible and I’m one that loves that!

What are the best vegetables to smoke?

Squash and peppers like my recipe for – Easy Smoked Vegetables

But I have big plans for more veggies on the smoker, like artichokes, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and cauliflower. If you have a favorite you’d like to see, be sure and let me know what that is!

Grocery list for Traeger Baked Potatoes

  • Russet potatoes
  • Olive oil
  • Seasonings – salt, pepper, garlic powder
  • Butter and parsley optional

Traeger Baked Potato with butterTraeger Potatoes

How to make Smoked Potatoes

  • Prep smoker to a temperature of 225 degrees F.
  • Combine garlic powder, black pepper and salt in a small bowl, stir to combine.
  • Scrub potato well under warm water. Brush with olive oil. Roll potatoes coat with the spices.
  • Place potatoes on the smoker set to 225 degrees F. Smoke for 3 hours or until fork tender.

More potato recipes!

  • Cheesy Potatoes on the Grill with Bacon
  • Seasoned Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges
  • Garlic Herbed Grilled Potatoes
  • Baked Potatoes on the Grill

Be sure and take a moment below to comment and tell me what your favorite veggie is on the smoker! I want to make sure if it’s a recipe I don’t have on the blog I can develop it for you! And if you make this, leave me that five star rating below – tag me with #julieseatsandtreats too! 

Thank you and enjoy this recipe!!

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Smoked Baked Potato with butter on plate
5 from 8 votes

Smoked Baked Potatoes Recipe

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 mins
Cook:3 hrs
Total:3 hrs 10 mins
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Ingredients

  • 4 russet potatoes medium
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
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Instructions

  • Prep smoker according to manufacturer's directions to a temperature of 225 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl combine garlic powder, black pepper and salt. Stir to combine.
  • Wash potatoes. Brush with olive oil. Roll potatoes in spices in bowl until they are completely covered.
  • Place potatoes on smoker set to 225 degrees F. Smoke for 3 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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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.

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    • 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!

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    • 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!!

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    • 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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