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Grilled Cheesy Potatoes

Published May 26, 2022. Last updated May 21, 2025 by Lauren Vavala Harris

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Grilled Cheesy Potatoes are the perfect side dish for all of your summer meals. Grilled to tenderness and covered in rich, melted cheddar cheese, these potatoes are sure to be everyone’s favorite. No grill? No problem! You can also make these cheesy potatoes in the oven.

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Foil packets on the grill are an easy way to prepare some of summer’s best dishes. Grilled Cheesy Potatoes are as easy as ever when cooked in foil.

Grills are fired up all summer long, but primarily for cooking meats. Dinner is even simpler when the side dishes can be grilled at the same time.

These Grilled Cheesy Potatoes are sure to be on rotation all summer long. They pair well with most main dishes such as, Chipotle-Honey Barbecue Ribs and Grilled Cuban Pork Chops.

Why This Recipe Works

Grilled potato foil packets are a classic summer recipe. They pair well with so many barbecued foods.

This recipe is very easy to make and takes only minutes to prep.

These cheesy potatoes can also be made in the oven, if grilling isn’t an option.

How to Make Grilled Cheesy Potatoes

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds potatoes, washed and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • salt and pepper
  • fresh herbs, if desired for garnish

The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.

Prep!

Wash your potatoes, peel if desired, and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices.

Chef’s Tip: try to keep your potatoes at approximately the same size so that they cook evenly.

Pre-heat your grill to medium-high or your oven to 425°F.

Create!

Slices of potatoes in a bowl that have been tossed with melted butter, salt and pepper.

Place the potatoes in the center of a large piece of aluminum foil or in a bowl. Melt the butter and pour over the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.

Slices of potatoes topped with shredded cheese on a piece of foil.

Sprinkle on half of the cheddar cheese.

A foil packet in a marble background.

Wrap the potatoes tightly in the aluminum foil so that they are completely sealed.

Place the potato packet on the grill, or in the oven. Cook for 15 minutes, then flip and cook an additional 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.

Grilled potatoes topped with shredded cheese in a foil packet.

Open the top of the foil packet and sprinkle on the remaining cheddar cheese.

Leave the packet open and place it back on the grill, or in the oven. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and starting to brown.

Present!

Cheesy potatoes being lifted up with a fork.

Remove the potatoes from the grill, or oven, and sprinkle on fresh minced herbs, if desired.

Chef’s Tip: you can also top your cheesy potatoes with crumbled bacon, chives, and/or sour cream, if desired.

Tips and Techniques

  • Cut your potatoes into even-size pieces, about 1/2 to 1-inch in size, for even cooking.
  • Melt the butter before drizzling over the potatoes for more even distribution.
  • Add toppings like bacon, sour cream, and chives after roasting to give these potatoes even more delicious flavor!

FAQ’s

Are Cheesy Potatoes Gluten Free?

Yes, grilled cheesy potatoes are gluten free.

How Do You Know When Potatoes Are Done Cooking?

Potatoes are done cooking when they are fork-tender. Open the foil slightly and insert a fork into the center of a potato. If it slides in easily, the potatoes are done.

What Do You Serve With Cheesy Potatoes?

Cheesy potatoes are a very versatile side dish. Serve them alongside of most any protein, like chicken, beef, and pork, They are especially delicious alongside of barbecued meats.

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Grilled Cheesy Potatoes

Grilled Cheesy Potatoes are the perfect side for all of your summer meals. Grilled to tenderness and covered in rich, melted cheddar cheese, these potatoes are sure to be everyone's favorite. No grill? No problem! You can also make these cheesy potatoes in the oven.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes minutes
Total Time 45 minutes minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 236kcal
Author Lauren Harris

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds potatoes (washed and cut into 1/4-inch thick sliced)
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • teaspoon pepper (to taste)
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)
  • fresh herbs (minced, optional garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat grill to medium-high, or oven to 425°F.
  • Place the potatoes in the center of a large piece of aluminum foil or in a bowl.
    1 1/2 pounds potatoes
  • Pour the melted butter evenly over the potatoes, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.
    2 tablespoons butter, teaspoon salt, teaspoon pepper
  • Sprinkle on half of the cheddar cheese.
    1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
  • Wrap the potatoes tightly in the aluminum foil and place on the preheated grill, or in the oven.
  • Cook for 15 minutes, then flip the packet and cook for an addition 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
  • Open the top of the foil packet and sprinkle on the remaining cheddar cheese.
    1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
  • Leave the packet open and place it back on the grill, or in the oven. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
  • Top with the minced herbs, if desired.
    fresh herbs

Notes

Tips and Techniques for the Best Grilled Cheesy Potatoes

  • Cut your potatoes into even-size pieces, for even cooking.
  • Melt the butter before drizzling over the potatoes for more even distribution.
  • Add toppings like bacon, sour cream, and chives after roasting to give these potatoes even more delicious flavor!
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 192mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 402IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 214mg | Iron: 1mg

This recipe was originally published on July 3, 2019. It was updated with an improved recipe, new images, step-by-step instructions, tips, techniques and FAQ’s in May 2022.

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