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Potato Foil Packets

Savory Potato Foil Packets You’ll Love This Summer

Delight in these customizable Potato Foil Packets, perfect for summer cookouts and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 packets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 4 cups Yukon Gold Potatoes Can substitute with russet or red potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce for low-sodium version
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper can be substituted
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be added
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Thyme or Italian seasoning can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used if fresh is unavailable
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with your favorite cheese
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Other cheeses like Gouda can be used
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier option

Equipment

  • Grill
  • aluminum foil
  • Mixing bowl
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and cutting the Yukon Gold potatoes into bite-sized cubes. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed potatoes with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, fresh rosemary, and thyme. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
  2. Grab four pieces of heavy-duty aluminum foil, cutting each to approximately 16 inches long. Lay each piece flat on your countertop, ready to hold the potato mixture.
  3. Portion the seasoned potato mixture evenly among the four sheets of foil, placing it in the center of each. Carefully fold the edges of the foil over the potatoes, creating a sealed packet.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F. Place the foil packets seam-side up directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
  5. Carefully remove the foil packets from the grill using tongs. Cut open each packet and sprinkle with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses if desired, then return to the grill until cheese melts. Serve hot with sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1packetCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure even cooking by rotating the packets occasionally on the grill. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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