Campfire Potatoes

These Campfire Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish for busy weeknights, backyard cookouts, or your next family gathering. Tender red potatoes are seasoned with garlic, onion, and buttery goodness, then roasted in a foil packet for a flavorful dish with almost no cleanup.

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Campfire Potatoes

Why You'll Love This Campfire Potatoes Recipe

• A simple side dish made with affordable pantry staples and easy-to-find ingredients

• Perfect for busy weeknights because the prep is quick and cleanup is minimal

• Requires only a few simple steps for delicious, flavorful potatoes every time

• A versatile recipe that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, burgers, chicken, or seafood

• Foil packet cooking locks in buttery flavor while keeping potatoes tender and delicious

• Great for backyard cookouts, camping trips, barbecues, and family gatherings

• Easy to prepare ahead of time and bake when you are ready to serve

• A family-friendly side dish that both kids and adults will enjoy

• Simple to customize with your favorite herbs, cheeses, vegetables, or seasonings

• Gives you the classic campfire flavor without needing an actual campfire

Baking Tips & Tricks

• Cut potatoes into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate and become tender throughout

• Use heavy-duty foil to prevent tearing and keep the buttery juices sealed inside the packet

• Toss potatoes thoroughly with oil and seasonings before wrapping to ensure every piece is flavorful

• Avoid overcrowding the foil packets so heat can circulate and the potatoes cook evenly

• Check potatoes with a fork before serving to make sure they are tender, then reseal the packet briefly if they need more time

Campfire Potatoes Recipe

Prep: 15 mins. | Cook: 40 mins. | Servings:  4-6

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. red potatoes

• 3 T. butter

• 3 T. olive oil (optional)

 Seasonings

• 2 T. garlic powder

• 2 T. onion powder

• 1 T. seasoning salt (or favorite seasoning)

Let's Get Started!

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

2. Cut potatoes into 1-inch chunks.

3. In a large bowl, combine potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt. 

4. Gently toss to evenly coat.

5. Spread the potatoes into three large pieces of foil.  Then top each with a slice of butter.

6. Fold the foil around the potatoes to securely make a foil packet.

7. Place packets on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20-30 minutes until potatoes are tender.

8. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.

Chef Tip:  Heavy duty foil works best for this recipe.