Grilled Red Potatoes

Who wants to turn on the oven when dinner is cooking on the grill? Enter these foil-wrapped Grilled Red Potatoes for the ultimate easy and crowd-pleasing side dish. They go great with other grilled veggies, too, like Grilled Peppers, Grilled Carrots, and Garlic Grilled Broccoli!

To prepare this tasty red potato recipe, all you really need are potatoes, onions, and salt. Season them up with anything you like! Add salt and pepper, fresh or dried herbs, spices, and more. Trust me, once you try grilling potatoes, it's hard not to make them this way every time!

Grilled red potatoes get crispy, slightly charged, and perfectly tender. They pair well with just about anything you put on the grill. We love serving them with Grilled Mahi Mahi, Grilled Chicken Margherita, or Grilled Tofu.

And leftovers, my favorite! Make a hash with a fried egg on top, mix in a breakfast casserole like this Spinach and Ham Casserole, add to a breakfast burrito, throw in tacos and wraps like these Potato Green Chile Tacos, or make a delicious potato salad. I usually make a big batch of these crispy grilled potatoes to have leftovers for the week!

Why You Should Grill Your Potatoes Instead of Bake Them

Here's why grilling red potatoes makes the perfect side dish:

• Easy: Combining potatoes, onions, and your favorite seasoning in foil couldn't be easier. There's no need to dirty up a bunch of pots and pans.
• Tasty: Grilling food adds another level of flavor, and these can be seasoned any way you like.
• Get out of the kitchen: Who wants to turn on the oven when they're cooking on the grill? Grill season doesn’t last all year, so make the most of it!

Key Ingredients and Easy Swaps

Here is a list of what you need to make these easy grilled potatoes and some suggestions for alternatives:

• Red potatoes: We used small red potatoes but you can use any kind of potato to make grilled potatoes. There is no need to peel them. Baby potatoes make for less chopping and are a great time saver. Swap in other kinds like Yukon gold, Russet potatoes, and new potatoes to make some grilled potatoes, or try out these grilled sweet potatoes.
• Onion: Onions always complement the flavors of potatoes. You can use any onion, including sweet, red, or traditional yellow onions. It's also great with green onions or shallots.
• Butter: Mix the potatoes and onions with butter or ghee. For a non-dairy alternative, drizzle the potatoes with olive oil.
• Seasoning: Dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper add loads of flavor but feel free to use whatever dried or fresh herbs you have: basil, oregano, parsley, thyme, Italian seasoning, or curry powder. You name it, and I am sure it will taste great on these potatoes!

Switch up your menu with these other delicious potato recipes: Baked Potato Wedges, Potato Cauliflower Mash, and Potato Gnocchi with Zucchini and Corn!

How To Grill Red Potatoes

These grilled red potatoes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. An easy side dish to prep on a busy weeknight or for last-minute events!

1. Prepare a large piece of foil: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Cut the potatoes and onions into quarters. Place both heavy-duty foil, along with small cubes of butter and seasoning. Double-wrap to ensure nothing leaks onto the grill. You can also use a grill basket or grill pan if you have one.
2. To grill: Place the foil packets on the grill and cook for 15 minutes on each side. Check for doneness and continue cooking in 5-minute increments if needed. The cooking time depends on the size of your cut. It is optional, but after the potatoes are cooked, I like to place them directly on the grill grates for a few minutes so they get brown and crispy.
3. To bake in the oven: Place the folded aluminum packets in an oven preheated to 400 degrees F. Check for doneness at the 25-minute mark and continue cooking accordingly. For more instructions, check out my Roasted Potatoes recipe.

Seasoning Ideas

There are endless ways to season these grilled potatoes, but here are a few options:

• Rosemary and garlic: This classic combination of rosemary and garlic always tastes great. Along with the garlic, add fresh thyme or sage. You could also use parsley, oregano, tarragon, or chives.
• Italian seasoning: Grill red potatoes in Italian style with Italian seasoning and garlic. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese or your favorite cheese.
• Buffalo or hot sauce: If you or your dinner guests love hot and spicy dishes, coat the cooked potatoes with hot sauce or buffalo sauce. But wait until after they’re cooked and off the grill to drizzle on the hot sauce. No one would blame you if you added some crumbled blue cheese, too!
• Lemon and garlic: Coat the potatoes in olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and garlic along with some chopped fresh parsley. Top everything with Parmesan cheese. It is a classic great flavor!
• Curry: Sprinkle a little yellow curry powder before grilling and top with cilantro and lime zest once cooked. I promise these taste amazing!

Pro Tips for Grilling Potatoes

Here are a few things you can do to master the art of grilled red potatoes:

• Cut the potatoes the same size: Make sure they are uniform so they cook up at the same pace. They can be sliced in rounds, cubes, or small wedges. 
• Leave the skin on: One of the best things about grilled potatoes is the crisped-up skin contrasting the soft, fluffy inside. Most potatoes have thin skins that don't need any peeling.
• Coat everything evenly: Each chunk of potato and onion must be well coated in butter or olive oil to cook properly. You also want the spices to be evenly distributed. To master this, place everything in a Ziploc bag and shake.
• Invest in a vegetable basket: Instead of wrapping the potatoes in foil, use a vegetable grill basket directly on the grill.
• Precooked whole potatoes: If you're using whole potatoes or large wedges, par-boiling helps speed up the grilling process and cooks them evenly on the grill.

What To Serve With Grilled Potatoes

The options are endless as to what to pair your grilled potatoes with, but here are a few of our favorites:

• Grilled protein: Grilled potatoes are a great side dish with steaks like Grilled Flank Steak and other grilled protein like Grilled Hoisin Pork Tenderloin and Grilled Honey Lime Salmon.
• Sauce: Potatoes are pretty great on their own, but they are better with dips! Especially for kids. Make a dipping sauce to serve on the side, anything from a simple sour cream dip to a herbed aioli or even this creamy chipotle sauce.
• Salad: For a complete meal, pair a simple green salad or cucumber salad with a side of these grilled potatoes.
• Burgers and sandwiches: Grilled potatoes are a great alternative to fried French fries. They're perfect for Cowboy Turkey Burgers, Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches, and even Turkey BLT Wraps!

How To Store Leftovers

If you happen to have leftovers, here's what to do with them:

• To store: Leftover grilled potatoes will keep for up to 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
• To freeze: Place leftover potatoes in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
• To thaw: Thaw potatoes in the fridge overnight.
• To reheat: To warm leftovers, place them in the oven at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. You can also microwave them, though you may lose some of their crispiness.