Best Grilled Potatoes Recipe (Crispy Outside, Fluffy Inside)
This best grilled potatoes recipe gives you crispy golden edges and fluffy centers with rich smoky flavor. Easy to make and perfectly seasoned, these grilled potatoes are the ultimate side dish for BBQs and weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs baby potatoes or chopped larger potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning
- Optional additions:
- Butter
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 8–10 minutes until just fork-tender. Drain and allow them to dry completely.
- Toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried herbs until evenly coated.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates or prepare a grill basket.
- Place potatoes cut-side down on the grill and cook for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until crispy and golden on the outside.
- Remove from the grill and finish with butter, parmesan, or fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Parboiling is key for a soft interior and crispy finish.
- Make sure potatoes are dry before grilling to help them crisp.
- Avoid overcrowding so they grill instead of steam.
- Use enough oil to achieve a golden crust.