Enjoy perfectly seasoned grilled potatoes in foil, ready in just 30 minutes! These easy and delicious potatoes are a must-try for your next BBQ.
This recipe serves six and costs approximately $3.84 to make. That’s just about 64¢ per half-pound serving!
Introducing my easy and budget-friendly Grilled Potatoes in Foil recipe, designed to simplify mealtime! These potatoes are grilled to crispy perfection, bursting with flavor. Simple enough for your kids to assemble themselves! This is even a great recipe for camping.
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Why I Love Grilled Potatoes In Foil
- Easy Preparation: Toss potatoes with butter and Ranch seasoning, then wrap them in foil.
- Customizable: Before serving, add your favorite toppings, like sour cream and chopped chives.
- Minimal Cleanup: Cooked in foil packets on the grill, making cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients & Estimated Cost:
- 3 pounds russet potatoes – $1.80
- 6 Tablespoons salted butter – $0.60
- 2 Tablespoons Ranch seasoning powder – $1.74
The recipe cost is calculated by the amounts needed and will vary based on fluctuating grocery costs. To learn more about how we price our recipes, check out Budget Recipes Explained. The pricing for this recipe was updated in June 2024.
Equipment
- large bowl
- grill tongs
- grill
- mixing spoon
- heavy-duty foil
How to Grill Potatoes in Foil
***For complete recipe instructions, see the recipe card below.
Prep Potatoes
- In a large bowl, add potatoes, butter, and Ranch seasoning and toss to coat.
- Next, divide the potato mixture evenly among heavy-duty foil pieces. Fold the foil to seal the potatoes.
Grill and Serve
- Next, add the foil packets to the grill and close. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Finally, open the foil packets and serve with sour cream and chopped chives (optional).
Recipe Tips
- Make sure you use heavy-duty foil for the packets—regular foil tears on the grill.
- Make sure the grill heat and flames aren’t too high. It’s best not to let the flame hit the foil directly. Doing so will cause some of the potatoes to burn instead of turning golden brown.
Recipe FAQs
Nonstick cooking spray is the trick! Spray the foil before putting the potatoes in the foil, and this will help ensure the potatoes do not stick to the foil.
You can check by carefully opening one foil packet and testing the potatoes with a fork. They should be tender and easily pierced.
There is no need to poke holes in the foil when grilling them. You will create a foil packet with the aluminum foil, which helps seal in the moisture to create deliciously tender potatoes.
Yes, you can place the foil packets on the grill alongside other meats or vegetables as part of a complete meal.
We recommend using heavy-duty aluminum foil to avoid this issue. However, you can also double-wrap the packets in foil so the butter does not drip out if the foil rips on the outer layer.
Storage Tips
SERVE: You shouldn’t leave these grilled potatoes in foil out for longer than 2 hours.
STORE: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
FREEZE: You can freeze these potatoes; just don’t let them sit in the freezer for too long. If you do, they can take on a grainy texture when defrosted if they get freezer burn. With that said, to freeze, transfer cooled potatoes to freezer-safe Ziploc bags and freeze for up to 3 months.
Recipe Variations
Get inventive with this dish! Add your preferred seasonings, such as chili seasoning, for a kick, or try thyme or rosemary for extra flavor. You can also toss in veggies like carrots, squash, zucchini, or onions into the foil packets—any vegetables you have on hand will work.
For toppings, consider salsa, cheese, sour cream, jalapenos, chili, bacon, and more! For added protein, add slices of cooked chicken or steak
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Watch How To Make It
I aim to cater to different learning styles. If you prefer learning by watching, watch a video of this recipe below.
Grilled Potatoes in Foil
Recipe Cost 3.84 Serving Cost 0.64Equipment
- large bowl
- grill tongs
- grill
- mixing spoon
- heavy-duty foil
Ingredients
- 3 pounds russet potatoes scrubbed and cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 6 Tablespoons salted butter melted
- 2 Tablespoons Ranch seasoning powder
FOR SERVING(optional):
- sour cream
- chopped fresh chives
- shredded cheddar cheese
- crumbled bacon
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and close the lid. Place six pieces of heavy-duty foil on the counter and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl add potatoes, butter, and Ranch seasoning and toss to coat.
- Divide the potato mixture evenly among the foil pieces.
- Fold the foil to seal the potatoes. Add the foil packets to the grill and close the grill lid. Cook for 25-30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- Open the foil packets and serve with sour cream and chopped chives (both optional).
Amanda says
I love how simple yet flavorful this Grilled Potatoes In Foil recipe is.
Mya Murphy says
These potatoes sound really good!! And, I love how versatile they are.. I’m adding this to my favorite recipes.
Jess Jankowski says
Mya, they are beyond easy and packed full of flavor. Enjoy!
Amanda Finks says
Loved these potatoes on the grill. So flavorful and so easy!
Jess Jankowski says
Amanda, we are so happy you enjoyed them!
Lisalia says
Wow so delicous! I love the texture and flavor of the potato skins when it’s baked this way. Thanks for the simple and yummy recipe.
Jess Jankowski says
You are so welcome!!
Jenny Ham says
These Potatoes look wonderful.. Such a easy way to make them I am going to try this thanks for sharing.
Jess Jankowski says
Jenny, you are so welcome! Let us know how it goes!
Elizabeth Tarlow says
These Potatoes sound so yummy! I’m looking forward to fixing them; thanks for sharing! Your advice about aluminum foil is very helpful!!
Jess Jankowski says
Elizabeth, so happy you love them as much as we do!
Susan S says
This sounds delicious and easy. My two favorites things for a recipe. Where do I find Ranch seasoning powder? Is it the HVF salad dressing packet?
Jess Jankowski says
Hi Susan. Yes the Ranch Seasoning is the HFV salad dressing packet or they sell it in a container.
Antoinette M says
Delicious! And so quick and easy to make!
Jess Jankowski says
It is so easy and full of flavor!
Rosie says
This does sure look delicious! I’ve done this in the past with sweet potatoes, too, when we had access to a grill.
Jess Jankowski says
Sweet potatoes would be delish!