BBQ jacket potatoes filled with Cheddar and chives

BBQ Jacket Potatoes with Cheddar & Chive

Fluffy jacket potatoes cooked on the BBQ, then split and filled with butter, mature Cheddar and fresh chives. A proper British comfort side that works brilliantly alongside grilled meats.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1 15

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 4 people

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the potatoes

4 large baking potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp coarse sea salt

For the filling

40 g butter about 1 tbsp per potato
150 g mature Cheddar grated
2 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Step 1

Scrub the potatoes and pat dry. Prick each a few times with a fork. Rub all over with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.

Step 2

Wrap each potato tightly in foil.

Step 3

Preheat the BBQ to medium heat. Place the potatoes around the edges of the grill or in an indirect zone.

Step 4

Cook for 45-60 minutes, turning occasionally, until a skewer slides into the centre with no resistance. Larger potatoes may take a little longer.

Step 5

Remove the foil, then place the potatoes back on the grill for 5-10 minutes to crisp up the skins, turning once.

Step 6

Split each potato open, fluff the insides with a fork and add butter, a good handful of Cheddar and chives. Season to taste and serve hot.

Notes

You can par-cook the potatoes in the microwave or oven, then finish on the BBQ for 15-20 minutes to save time.

Add crispy bacon bits or leftover pulled pork on top to turn this into more of a main.