Name: Leslie's Salty Grilled Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 medium potatoes; 4 tablespoons butter, softened; 4 tablespoons coarse salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon pepper; 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning

Cook Time: 60 minutes

Looking for the perfect grilled potato with a crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior? This 5-star recipe will guide you through every step. These salty grilled potatoes are an ideal choice for a hearty, portable, and delicious dish. Follow along as we show you how to grill potatoes in foil and give tips for serving and storing them.

How to Make Grilled Potatoes

Grilled potatoes can be incredibly soft and delicious, and surprisingly easy to make. Below, you'll find the complete recipe with detailed instructions. Here's a brief overview of the process:

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Gather the following ingredients:

4 medium potatoes
4 tablespoons softened butter
4 tablespoons coarse salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon pepper
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning (optional)

Step 2: Preheat the Grill

Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-low heat, preparing it for an even cooking temperature.

Step 3: Prepare the Foil

Cut four squares of aluminum foil large enough to fold over each potato completely. Spread a thin layer of butter onto each square of foil, making sure there's enough butter to coat the potato once wrapped.

Step 4: Season the Potatoes

Evenly sprinkle coarse salt, garlic powder, pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using) over the buttered foil. This will infuse the potatoes with rich, savory flavors while they cook.

Step 5: Wrap the Potatoes

Place each potato in the center of a foil square. Roll up the foil to fully enclose each potato. Puncture the foil-wrapped potatoes a few times with a fork or knife to allow steam to escape during grilling.

Step 6: Grill the Potatoes

Place the wrapped potatoes on the grill. Grill them for about 1 hour, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking. The potatoes are ready when they feel soft when pierced with a fork.

Step 7: Serve

Once the potatoes are fully cooked, remove them from the grill and unwrap. Serve them with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, chives, or shredded cheese.

What to Serve With Grilled Potatoes

These grilled potatoes pair wonderfully with summertime favorites such as sloppy joes, pasta salad, or even cold fried chicken for an easy picnic meal.

How to Store Grilled Potatoes

If you have leftovers, you can store the grilled potatoes in an airtight or resealable plastic bag. Keep them refrigerated for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them wrapped in aluminum foil or plastic, and place them inside a heavy-duty freezer bag. Grilled potatoes can last up to 6 months in the freezer. To reheat, simply place them in an oven preheated to 425F and bake until warmed through.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 291
Total Fat: 12g (15% Daily Value)
Saturated Fat: 7g (37% Daily Value)
Cholesterol: 31mg (10% Daily Value)
Sodium: 5377mg (234% Daily Value)
Total Carbohydrate: 43g (16% Daily Value)
Dietary Fiber: 7g (23% Daily Value)
Total Sugars: 3g
Protein: 6g (11% Daily Value)
Vitamin C: 44mg (49% Daily Value)
Calcium: 77mg (6% Daily Value)
Iron: 66mg (366% Daily Value)
Potassium: 1047mg (22% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Community Tips and Praise

"Very yummy, tangy skins and perfectly cooked inside," says one home cook. "We made it with a one-hour drunken chicken recipe, and everything came out at the same time. Perfecto!"

"Make sure your potatoes are completely dry before salting and seasoning them in the foil wrap," suggests another. "My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed these grilled potatoes!"

"This was a really easy and great way to make potatoes," shares a third cook. "Easy to adjust with other seasonings too. Next time I will poke more holes in the potatoes so that the butter and seasonings seep into them more."

Leslie's Salty Grilled Potatoes Recipe

Comments

Scott Lopez

09/30/2025 03:07:52 AM

Great variation on the classic grilled baked potato! I decided to go easy on the seasonings, especially the salt, and I'm happy I did as it suited our taste preferences. I only used a moderate amount of seasoning, about half of what was recommended, including Kosher salt, garlic powder, pepper, and a favorite Tuscan blend for a subtle but distinct flavor. I pricked the potatoes before wrapping them in foil, but skipped piercing the foil to avoid any seasoned butter from leaking out. Unfortunately, the extended grilling time darkened the seasonings, leading to some scraping off. Next time, I'll pre-cook the potatoes in the microwave briefly before grilling to avoid this issue.

Michelle Phillips

09/30/2025 09:17:04 PM

I am giving this recipe a 5-star rating because I used the concept and measurements as a guide, but I opted for a different technique. Instead of using a brush, I chose to rub olive oil onto the potatoes with my hands, followed by coating them in seasoning. This method resulted in a uniform distribution of salt, pepper, and garlic across the potato skins, giving them a delightful flavor. I baked them on a bare baking sheet at 350 degrees for an hour to achieve a crispy skin, and the outcome was absolutely delicious! In my next attempt, I might consider mixing the seasonings directly into the oil and using my hands to coat the potatoes, eliminating a step in the process. This modification could allow me to turn the potatoes halfway through baking and brush on more seasoning - a tantalizing idea!

Kevin Nguyen

10/03/2025 02:27:41 AM

This dish is absolutely delicious! The preparation is super easy and you can also bake it in the oven. I fluffed it up with a fork and added some cheese and butter after cooking - simply amazing!

Victoria Green

10/01/2025 01:13:03 AM

I cut sweet potatoes into quarter-inch slices, making sure not to slice all the way through. This method helps the potatoes cook evenly and quickly.

Carolyn White

10/01/2025 04:07:03 PM

Absolutely delightful! I was pressed for time during dinner tonight, so I partially cooked the potatoes in the microwave based on recommendations. I chose to skip the Italian seasoning due to personal taste, but followed the rest of the recipe exactly, including the measurements. The result was the most delicious "baked" potatoes I've ever tasted. They were creamy, buttery, and perfectly seasoned, making them, in my opinion, flawless. These will surely become a regular dish in my household. Thank you for sharing!

Emma Young

09/30/2025 11:29:28 AM

These were absolutely perfect! They were flavorful with a delightful crispy skin. We absolutely loved them, and the only alteration we made was adding a touch of Thai chili powder while otherwise sticking to the original recipe.

Anna Hernandez

10/02/2025 09:27:05 PM

Remember to puncture the potato before wrapping it, otherwise you may end up with foil inside the potato.

Aaron Garcia

10/02/2025 06:20:53 PM

I wish I had a photo to share, but we devoured them so quickly! The potatoes were incredibly tender inside, with such amazing flavor. I didn't feel the need to add any toppings, and we even enjoyed eating the potato skins. A definite winner in my book!