If you love baked potatoes, you’ll love smoked baked potatoes, which take the classic to new heights! Perfectly seasoned Russet potatoes slow-cooked on a smoker become irresistibly tender with a lightly smoky flavor. Pair them with your favorite toppings for a versatile side or even a main dish!
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Amazing Smoked Baked Potatoes
Hi Folks,
Smoked baked potatoes may just change your entire outlook on baked potatoes in general. I always liked a good baked potato, but never thought they were anything special. Now, my family and I don’t know if we can have baked potatoes any other way, and they’ve quickly become a favorite side dish, especially when we have company over.
It’s incredibly easy and generally hands-off to make smoked baked potatoes, so get your grill ready and follow along. You’ll have a delicious, mind-blowing side in no time!
Ingredients for Smoked Baked Potatoes and Estimated Costs:
Per Serving Cost: $0.69
Recipe Cost: $4.14
Here’s everything you need to make this recipe.
For the Potatoes:
- 6 large Russet potatoes ($3.60): Known for their starchy interior and thick skin, Russets become wonderfully fluffy inside while their skins crisp up beautifully during smoking.
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil ($0.41): This helps to crisp the skin and allows the seasoning to adhere properly.
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt ($0.02): Enhances the natural flavors and contributes to a delicious crust on the skin.
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper ($0.11): Adds a subtle heat and depth of flavor that compliments the smokiness.
Optional Toppings:
- Butter: Adds richness and a creamy texture.
- Sour cream: Provides a tangy contrast to the smoky potato.
- Chives: Offers a fresh, mild onion flavor.
- Bacon: Introduces a savory, crispy element.
- Shredded cheese: Melts beautifully over the warm potato, adding another layer of flavor.
NOTE: Recipe costs are calculated based on ingredient amounts and online grocery store prices. Your actual cost will differ depending on your pantry.
How To Smoke Baked Potatoes
Choose your favorite wood pellets for this recipe—hickory, mesquite, or even applewood all work well. Don’t hesitate to try something new for a unique flavor twist!
Prep the Potatoes
- Wash and thoroughly dry the potatoes. Drizzle them with olive oil, then rub it evenly over the skin.
- Sprinkle each potato generously with salt and pepper to create that perfect seasoning crust.
Smoked the Potatoes
- Place the prepared potatoes directly on the smoker grates of a 225°F preheated smoker.
- Close the lid and let them cook for 2 to 3 hours, checking occasionally. The potatoes are done when tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Serve and Enjoy
- Remove the smoked potatoes from the smoker and serve immediately. Add your favorite toppings—whether it’s classic butter and sour cream or a loaded version with bacon, chives, and cheese.
Storage Tips
SERVE: Serve them with ribeye, brisket, tri-tip, beef tenderloin, or ribs!
STORE: Just like regular baked potatoes, smoked baked potatoes can be kept in the fridge for 3-5 days. Once they’ve cooled, store them in an airtight container.
FREEZE: Believe it or not, you can freeze any leftover baked potatoes! Again, let them cool down (sans toppings), then wrap them in foil before placing them in a freezer-safe bag or container. They’ll stay fresh for 3 months.
REHEAT: If your potatoes were frozen, let them thaw in the fridge overnight. Then, a quick trip in the oven or microwave should bring them back to life.
Smoked Baked Potatoes Recipe FAQs
I use russet potatoes because of their large size and fluffy interior texture.
They’re the best for this recipe, but I’ve found Yukon gold is a decent variety, too. You want something very starchy with thick enough skin to make the perfect baked potato. (Of course, you can also use sweet potatoes, too!)
Between 2-3 hours. It will depend on your grill, the size of your potatoes, and how you like your baked potatoes done. (I would aim for an internal temperature of 205°F using a meat thermometer, but this isn’t as strict as it is with something like steak.) The prep time for this recipe is under 5 minutes, so in general, it’s very hands-off!
You will know the potatoes are done when they are fork-tender. This means you can easily poke a fork into the potato. If the fork does not go in easily, the potatoes need to cook a little longer.
Make certain you’re only using potatoes of about the same size, or you may have to cook in batches, which is a little time-consuming!
Here is a list of my favorite toppings: Butter, sour cream, chives, bacon, and shredded cheese. Some other classics include cottage cheese, chili, and pulled pork.
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Smoked Baked Potatoes
Equipment
- Smoker grill
- large bowl
- tongs
- fork
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
FOR THE POTATOES:
- 6 large Russet potatoes try to make them uniform in size
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil instead you can use avocado oil, melted butter, or even bacon grease
- 2 teaspoons Kosher salt you can use sea salt, garlic salt, or Himalayan pink salt instead
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper you can use ground white pepper for a milder, slightly sweeter flavor
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
- Butter
- Sour cream
- Chives
- Bacon
- Shredded Cheese
Instructions
PREP SMOKER:
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F. Any wood pellets work well with baked potatoes. Use this as an opportunity to experiment to see which is your favorite.
PREP POTATOES:
- Wash and dry your baked potatoes.
- Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil and rub all over the skin of the baked potatoes.
- Season each with salt and pepper.
SMOKE POTATOES:
- Place the potatoes on the preheated smoker. Close the lid and smoke for 2 -3 hours or until the potatoes pierce easily with a fork.
SERVE:
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
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