Campfire Potatoes Are The Cheesy Side We Crave On Camping Trips
A smoky, cheesy, and easy campfire side dish made with tender potatoes, cheddar, bacon, and butter in a foil packet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Campfire Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-Free
Ingredients
- 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Layer the sliced potatoes in the center of the foil.
- Sprinkle with garlic, onion, butter pieces, and crumbled bacon.
- Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Fold the foil into a sealed packet.
- Cook over hot coals or on a grill grate over medium heat for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once.
- Open carefully and garnish with chives before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or swap the cheddar for gouda.