Cheesy Potatoes and Onions for the Grill
Elevate your grilling game with these irresistible Cheesy Potatoes and Onions for the Grill—a perfect side dish that’s loaded with flavor and effortless to prepare. This recipe combines tender slices of russet potatoes and sweet yellow onions, seasoned with garlic powder, olive oil, and a touch of butter, all wrapped in foil for easy grilling. The pièce de résistance? A generous layering of melted cheddar cheese that creates a gooey, savory topping your family will crave. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for BBQ gatherings or summer cookouts. Plus, it’s simple to personalize with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Serve straight from the foil packets for a rustic, no-mess presentation that adds charm to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Russet potatoes
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 2 sheets Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F/190°C).
Thoroughly wash the potatoes and pat them dry. Slice the potatoes into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick.
Peel the onion and slice it into thin rings.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the potato slices, onion rings, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the potatoes and onions are evenly coated.
Lay out two large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place half of the potato mixture onto the center of each sheet.
Divide the butter into small pieces and dot it over the potatoes on each foil sheet. Fold the edges of the foil up and seal them tightly to form packets.
Place the foil packets on the preheated grill. Close the lid and cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping the packets halfway through, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Carefully open the foil packets (watch out for hot steam). Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the potatoes and onions.
Re-seal the packets loosely and grill for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the packets from the grill and let them cool slightly. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve directly from the foil packets or transfer to a serving dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1843 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.6 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.5 g | 298% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 275 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 3560 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 65.0 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1368 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 4150 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
