Description
Classic Grilled Mashed Potatoes combine the smoky char of grilled russet potatoes with creamy butter, half and half, and chicken stock. This comforting side dish is seasoned perfectly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a touch of seasoned salt to enhance the flavor and create a rich, smooth texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 5 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed and pierced with a fork for grilling
Dairy and Liquids
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (such as Kerrygold)
- 1/2 cup half and half
- 1/2 cup chicken stock (such as Swanson)
Seasonings
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt (such as Lawry’s)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare and Grill Potatoes: Scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly and pierce each several times with a fork. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the potatoes directly on the grill grates and cook for about 45-60 minutes, turning occasionally, until the potatoes are tender when poked with a knife.
- Cool and Peel: Remove the grilled potatoes from the grill and allow them to cool just enough to handle safely. Peel off the skins carefully; the grilling helps loosen the skins making them easier to remove.
- Mash Potatoes: Place the peeled potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Using a potato masher or fork, begin mashing them until broken down but still slightly chunky for texture.
- Add Butter, Half and Half, and Stock: Warm the half and half and chicken stock slightly, then add them along with the unsalted butter to the mashed potatoes. Continue mashing and stirring until the butter is melted and the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- Season the Potatoes: Add 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder to the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly until all seasonings are evenly incorporated.
- Final Adjustments and Serve: Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a flavorful, smoky side dish perfect for barbecues or hearty dinners.
Notes
- Grilling potatoes imparts a unique smoky flavor that distinguishes this mashed potato recipe from the classic stovetop version.
- Make sure to pierce the potatoes well to allow steam to escape and ensure even cooking on the grill.
- Use warm half and half and stock to help the butter melt evenly and avoid cooling down the potatoes.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add more half and half or chicken stock as needed.
- For a vegetarian variation, substitute chicken stock with vegetable stock.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: grilled mashed potatoes, smoky mashed potatoes, side dish, grilled potatoes, summer barbecue recipe
