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    Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes

    Published: Jun 9, 2021 · Modified: Jul 29, 2022 by Amanda Mason · 47 Comments

    Yield 6 people
    Cook 2 hours hours
    Prep 5 minutes minutes
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    White bowl containing Garlic and Herb Smoked Gemstone Potatoes topped with fresh parsley.
    Gemstone potatoes smoked in garlic and seasoning topped with olive oil.
    Fork in a white bowl covered in parsley and garlic.
    White bowl containing smoked potatoes topped with garlic and parsley.
    White bowl containing Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes topped with fresh parsley, blue napkin on table.
    Marinated Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes sitting on a piece of aluminum foil.
    White bowl containing Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes topped with fresh parsley, spoon in bowl.
    Close up of gemstone smoked potatoes topped with garlic.

    An easy smoker recipe with the simplest ingredients, these garlic potatoes are velvety in texture and rich in flavor! Seasoned with dill, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese, these potatoes make a delicious addition to any smoked meat smoker recipe!

    White boil of potatoes topped with parsley and garlic.
    Jump to:
    • ℹ️ Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥔 Types of Potatoes
    • 🛒 Ingredients You'll Need
    • 👩‍🍳 Preparing The Smoker
    • 📋 Step-by-Step Recipe Instructions
    • 💭 Expert Tips and FAQs
    • 📖 Smoker Cookbook
    • 🍽️ Other Smoked Foods You’ll Love
    • Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes

    Go with me here for a minute because I want to paint you a picture. You've decided to break out your smoker and smoke a cut of meat, like smoked ribs or smoked chicken. You've cleared your day and you're going to be monitoring your smoker in preparation for a delicious meal. Your day is planned and your agenda is set.

    But what are you going to serve with your smoked meat? While you can serve some classic side dishes like these smoked baked beans, this simple potato salad recipe and this grilled corn on the cob, have you thought about smoking some side dishes instead of making side dishes on the stove or in the oven?

    Queue the Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes! Ah...what an amazing smoker recipe! While I love a good recipe for crock pot potatoes, smoked potatoes are incredibly delicious! Smoking potatoes is a great side dish to enjoy! Your smoker is already prepped. You're already smoking meat. There is PLENTY of room in that smoker...so why not smoke yourself some side dishes? I mean, it's a BRILLIANT concept...and super convenient, am I right?

    And...one less mess!

    ℹ️ Why This Recipe Works


    For the love of amazing side dishes...guys!!! These smoked potatoes are just the best!

    1. They are easy to make with no hassle.

    2. These baby potatoes are velvety in texture, zesty in flavor with the fresh garlic, and full of subtle spice with the dried dill, oregano, basil and Italian seasoning.

    3. And this potato recipe takes literally 5 minutes to prep!

    I love love LOVE these smoked potatoes! Let me walk you through how SIMPLE this process is and what ingredients you'll need.

    🥔 Types of Potatoes

    While you can use red potatoes, aka new potatoes, or purple potatoes, gemstone potatoes are the BEST to use for this smoker recipe.

    Bag of gemstone potatoes on table.

    Gemstone Potatoes are a mixture of white, red, and purple baby potatoes. They have a thin skin that has a flavorful and fresh taste. When these small potatoes are cooked, they are extremely velvety and tender.

    White bowl containing mini gemstone potatoes sitting on a white table, blue napkin around bowl

    🛒 Ingredients You'll Need

    To start, you'll marinate the gemstone potatoes in an extremely flavorful marinade. I'm talking CRAZY flavorful! This marinade is all about simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen! I use the following ingredients.

    White bowl containing basil, salt, oregano, dill, Italian Seasoning, pepper, olive oil, and garlic cloves.

    Expert tip: If you have a flavor infused olive oil, use it in this recipe. It really enhances the flavor. I also find that when I use either kosher or himalayan salt, it adds more flavor due to the texture of the salt crystals. 

    Want the secret to what makes this smoker recipe so phenomenal? FRESH GARLIC! And lots of it! Oh my goodness, the garlic! It's the KEY ingredient. This garlic based marinade gives these smoked potatoes the most delectable flavor!

    👩‍🍳 Preparing The Smoker

    These smoked potatoes can be made using any type of smoker. A lot of my readers tell me they are constantly looking for traeger side dishes to make. And these traeger potatoes taste amazing. I've made these on 3 types of smokers, including my traeger, with great success.

    Regardless of the smoker you use, it's important that you use a water pan to help add to the moisture level in the potatoes. If you're smoker has a water pan, wrap it with heavy-duty aluminum foil before adding the water. By doing this, you’re saving yourself a lot of mess and we all know that less cleanup is always better. If you're using a pellet smoker, add a small aluminum foil pan filled with water and set it directly on the smoker grates.

    If you're using wood chips or chunks in your smoker, place them in the designated tray. For this recipe, I find any wood type works well. I favor a mesquite or pecan wood the most. Preheat your smoker to 225°F before placing the potatoes in the smoker.

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    📋 Step-by-Step Recipe Instructions

    Start by taking all the ingredients and put them in a gallon-sized plastic bag. After you've washed the potatoes, put them in the Ziplock bag, seal, and shake to ensure the marinade evenly coats all the potatoes. Place the bag in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours. Expert Tip: Because there are no perishable ingredients in this recipe, the potatoes can marinate a room temperature.

    White bowl containing fresh chopped garlic, bag of marinated potatoes on white marble table.

    Tear a big piece of aluminum foil and lay it out flat. Pour the marinated potatoes onto the large piece of aluminum foil.

    Marinated Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes sitting on a piece of aluminum foil.

    You're going to make a loose foil packet by folding the aluminum foil in half. Place the smoker potatoes and 2 Tablespoons of water in the center of the aluminum foil and then pull over one side so you can fold all the edges.

    Marinated Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes sitting on a piece of aluminum foil.

    Expert Tip: Make sure you don't seal the packet too tightly because you want some of the smoke to penetrate the potatoes. You can either poke holes in the foil packet or leave a small opening in the middle of the foil packet.

    Foil packet with hole poked in aluminum foil.

    Next, place the foil packet on the smoker and let them smoke for 2 hours.

    Foil packet of gemstone potatoes on smoker rack.

    Once done, pull the foil packet from the smoker and slowly open. Pour the smoked potatoes, and any remaining juice from the foil packet, into a bowl and you're ready to serve!

    Smoked potatoes in a white bowl covered in garlic and parsley.

    💭 Expert Tips and FAQs

    • By adding the 2 Tablespoons of water directly into the foil packet, you're adding direct moisture to the potatoes. This helps them have more of a velvety texture.
    • A lot of people ask me how the smoke flavor gets to the potatoes when they are sealed in a foil packet. If you want that smoke flavor, make sure you don't seal the packet all the way. Your goal here is to let some of the smoke in so the potatoes have a smokey flavor. You can either poke holes in a sealed foil packet or leave a small opening in the middle of the foil packet. Depending on how much of a smoke flavor you want will depend on what method to use.
    • After 2 hours in the smoker, take a fork and gently press into a potato to ensure they are done. If they are not done after 2 hours, continue to let them smoke checking them in 30 minute intervals until they are smooth inside using the fork test.
    • I love to top these smoked potatoes with fresh chopped parsley and fresh grated Parmesan cheese!
    • Using a flavored olive oil really helps bring out the flavor. If you don't have a flavored infused olive oil, it's ok...you can use regular olive oil.
    • Let the potatoes marinate for at least 2 hours...but longer is better! Typically, I let them marinate overnight, up to 24 hours.

    📖 Smoker Cookbook

    Are you looking for more smoker recipes? Not only do I have a collection here, but I also just published a smoking cookbook! It contains 65 smoker recipes that anyone can do! Whether you're new to the practice or just want to brush up on the basics, Smoking Meat Made Easy is your ultimate guide to backyard smoking. Master the most flavorful techniques, with dozens of options that are easy to follow, and that work with any type of smoker.

    Go order your copy on Amazon here:

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    🍽️ Other Smoked Foods You’ll Love

    If you want to pair these potatoes with some other amazing smoked foods, here's some of my favorite smoker recipes you should try. These potatoes pair amazingly well with this traeger chicken thighs. And chicken is so easy to smoke! A lot of people are intimidated by trying a Smoked Brisket, but it's a pretty straightforward process. I even give you some tips on how to get past the stall.

    I often pair my Smoked Cherry Tomatoes with Basil and Goat Cheese and smoked asparagus with these potatoes. Both go really well as side dishes with any smoked meat, such as my Smoked Pork Tenderloin.

    You should also check out my article on 16 Recipes That Will Convince You To Buy A Smoker because there are so many foods that can be smoked. Smoked lobster, smoked salmon...you name it and I cover it in this article.

    White bowl containing Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes topped with fresh parsley, spoon in bowl.

    Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes

    An easy smoker recipe with the simplest ingredients, these Garlic and Herb Smoked Potatoes are velvety in texture and rich in flavor! Seasoned with dill, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese, this smoked potato recipe makes a delicious addition to any meal!
    5 from 18 votes
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    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 119kcal
    Author: Amanda Mason

    Equipment

    • Smoker

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ lb bag of Gemstone Potatoes
    • ¼ cup Parmesan, fresh grated (optional)
    • fresh chopped parsley, (optional)

    For the Marinade

    • 2 Tablsepoons olive oil, (use a flavored olive oil like garlic or basil if you have it on hand. It enhances the flavor)
    • 10-12 garlic cloves, freshly chopped
    • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon dried basil
    • ½ teaspoon dried dill
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
    • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

    Instructions

    • Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
    • Rinse the potatoes and put them into a large plastic gallon bag.
    • Next, chop the fresh garlic cloves and put into the Ziplock gallon bag.
    • Add the olive oil, oregano, basil, dill, salt, Italian seasoning, and ground pepper to the plastic bag and seal.
    • Shake the bag so the potatoes are well coated. Place the plastic bag in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to marinate. Expert Tip: Because there are no perishable ingredients in this recipe, the potatoes can also marinate a room temperature.
    • After the potatoes have finished marinating, you're going to make a loose foil packet by folding the aluminum foil in half. Place the potatoes and 2 Tablespoons of water in the center of the aluminum foil and then pull over one side so you can fold all the edges.
      Expert Tip: Make sure you don't seal the packet all the way because you want some of the smoke to penetrate the potatoes. You can either poke holes in a sealed foil packet or leave a small opening in the middle of the foil packet.
    • Place the foil packet containing the potatoes directly on the smoker rack.
    • Smoke for 2 hours. 
    • Once done, remove the foil packet, slowly open and pour the potatoes into a bowl. 
    • Serve immediately and top with fresh grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. 

    Notes

    • You want to keep the smoker between the range of 225°F-250°F during the entire smoke time.
    • By adding the 2 Tablespoons of water directly into the foil packet, you're adding direct moisture to the potatoes. This helps the potatoes have more of a velvety texture.
    • After 2 hours in the smoker, take a fork and gently press into a potato to ensure they are done. If the potato is still stiff in the middle, smoke longer ensuring you do the fork test every 30 minutes.
    • Using a flavored olive oil really helps bring out the flavor. If you don't have a flavored infused olive oil, use regular olive oil.
    • Let the potatoes marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, up to 24 hours.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 6people | Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 286mg | Potassium: 646mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 12.2mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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    Update Notes: This post was originally published in April 2018, but was re-published with updated step-by-step instructions, pictures, and tips in June 2021.

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    About Amanda Mason

    Hi! I'm Amanda, the founder and creator behind Recipes Worth Repeating! Simply put, I focus on creating delicious recipes for everyone. I offer variety. I offer convenience. I offer yumminess! And that's why people keep coming back. The recipes I create are absolutely worth repeating.

    Founded in 2012, Recipes Worth Repeating grew from people routinely asking me to email them the recipe for my latest dish. Recipe development comes naturally to me and I find cooking relaxing. Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, I developed a passion for cooking at an early age and I love to showcase a variety of recipes on my blog.Creating delicious new recipes, still photography, and video for Recipes Worth Repeating is the driving force behind what engages my readers to keep coming back for more recipes they will love.

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    1. Allyssa

      June 23, 2021 at 4:53 am

      5 stars
      Thanks a lot for this very flavorful smoked potatoes! It turned out really tasty and very easy to make! Will have it again for sure!

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        June 24, 2021 at 4:13 am

        Hi Allyssa!! I'm so glad you loved the potatoes!! Ii can't wait to hear what other recipes of mine you try!

        Reply
    2. Mary

      September 20, 2020 at 12:31 pm

      Is there a way to give them a crispy coat?
      Like idk blanching then before or throwing them in the oven after?

      I love a really crispy crunchy skin :/

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        September 21, 2020 at 9:09 pm

        You can try to cover them in a light coating of olive oil and a lot of sea salt or kosher salt and let them smoke open and not in a pocket. Maybe that will work? Let me know if you try it!

        Reply
    3. Gromit

      September 06, 2020 at 10:23 am

      Curious as to why you refrigerate the potatoes while marinating?

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        September 06, 2020 at 2:38 pm

        I typically throw everything in the fridge to marinate for meat so it's habit 🙂 But you can marinate them on the counter. There is nothing in there that will spoil.

        Reply
    4. Ed

      September 22, 2019 at 4:47 pm

      What temperature did you cook them at?

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        September 22, 2019 at 8:34 pm

        225 degrees.

        Reply
    5. Emily

      April 19, 2019 at 7:43 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is amazing!! I have made it twice and the first time I marinated for two hours and the flavor was incredible! The second time, I only marinated for 30 minutes and it was still delicious, but definitely recommend the 2 hour time. Follow this recipe exactly and you wont be disappointed! I want to make this for Easter lunch, but a day ahead of time. Any recommendations for this? I would love to smoke them the night before and then possibly reheat them for lunch, has anyone tried this? Thank you!

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      • Amanda Mason

        April 19, 2019 at 7:49 am

        I am SO glad you loved this recipe!! It's one of my favorites! If you make it a day ahead, the potatoes may be a velvety and moist....but if you try it let me know how it turns out!!

        Reply
    6. Jason

      March 06, 2019 at 4:44 pm

      Curious about something. Do these potatoes lose all moisture if you’ve just put them out on the smoker grate? It seems odd to wrap something up in foil when you want to add a smokey flavor.

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        March 10, 2019 at 8:00 pm

        Hi Jason!

        I always cook my potatoes in a foil packet for 2 reasons....1. the oil in the marinade and the water help keep these potatoes super moist and that's what gives them the velvety and moist texture when you bite into them. 2. I poke holes in the foil packet to let the smoke seep into the packet. Typically, I've been smoking meat for 3-4 hours so putting my potatoes in the smoker for 2 hours to cook...they are going to take on the smoke flavor. Plus, I add liquid smoke to my water bowl and that helps add more smoky flavor. I hope that helps!

        Reply
    7. Gretchen

      July 29, 2018 at 8:56 am

      I had smoked potatoes at a restaurant and loved them. I am surprised you smoke them in the foil packet, do you still get the smokey flavor I was thinking of just putting them on a vegetable pan?

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      • Amanda Mason

        July 29, 2018 at 9:01 am

        Hi Gretchen!

        You can put them on a vegetable pan and smoke them, yes. I chose to do the foil pocket because it traps so much more moisture while smoking so those potatoes turn out with a more velvety texture. You will probably get a little more smoke flavor with the vegetable pan, but I wanted that super moist, garlic velvety taste and I knew I'd still get the smoke flavor in the pocket. Let me know how your vegetable pan turns out though!!!

        Reply
    8. Sara

      April 29, 2018 at 7:38 pm

      I don't think I have ever had smoked potatoes. They sound and look awesome!!

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        April 29, 2018 at 9:36 pm

        You should try smoking them....so delish!!

        Reply
    9. Sues

      April 29, 2018 at 7:33 pm

      5 stars
      I'm always looking for easy and tasty side dishes and this fits the bill! Love that their smoked! And such pretty colors 🙂

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        April 29, 2018 at 9:36 pm

        Thanks!! You'll love the taste!

        Reply
    10. Matt Kearns

      April 29, 2018 at 6:11 pm

      5 stars
      There's nothing simpler and tastier than roasted potatoes with a lot of garlic and herbs! I'll be trying this recipe out the next time I have roast beef! Well done!

      Reply
      • Amanda Mason

        April 29, 2018 at 9:35 pm

        Thanks! You'll love this recipe!

        Reply
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