Blackstone O’Brien Potatoes
Blackstone O’Brien Potatoes are a tasty side dish that’s simple to prepare on your griddle. Made with crispy russet potatoes, colorful bell peppers and flavorful onions, it’s the perfect complement to any meal, any time of day.

We are loving our new Blackstone griddle, it’s perfect for cooking side dishes like Cheesy Hashbrowns, while we grill the main dish. These crispy O’Brien Potatoes taste great just about any meal.

We served this quick potatoes o’brien recipe with grilled Grilled Strip Steaks and it was so delicious. The leftovers were perfect for steak and eggs the next morning.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Easy to prepare on the Blackstone griddle.
- Deliciously seasoned with pantry staples.
- Versatile side dish perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Ingredients Needed for O’Brien Potatoes Recipe
- Russet potatoes or yukon gold potatoes
- Bell peppers: green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper or red bell pepper
- Onions
- Granulated garlic
- Kosher salt
- Smoked paprika
- Black pepper
- Beef tallow or olive oil
Step-by-Step Instructions

- Peel the potatoes, cut into small cubes, rinse well and thoroughly dry.
- Dice bell peppers and onions into evenly sized pieces.

- Heat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat and coat generously with beef tallow or cooking oil.
- Add potatoes to the griddle, spreading them into a single layer to ensure crispiness.
- Add bell peppers and onions to the griddle, mixing with potatoes.
- Season generously with granulated garlic, kosher salt, smoked paprika and black pepper.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally until potatoes are crispy and vegetables are tender.

- Remove to a pan or platter. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious flavors hot off the griddle.
Recipe Notes
- Cast Iron Skillet: If you don’t have a Blackstone, use a blackstone griddle, a cast iron skillet works great for this recipe.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator 3-4 days.
- Reheat: Cook in a skillet coated lightly with tallow or cooking oil over medium heat, stirring until heated through.
Serving Suggestions
Blackstone O’Brien Potatoes make a delicious companion to grilled steaks, smoked chicken or breakfast favorites like biscuits and sausage gravy. Add your favorite hot sauce or fresh herbs for an extra burst of flavor.
More Potato Recipes You Will Love
- Jalapeno Hashbrown Casserole: Creamy, cheesy hashbrowns with a spicy jalapeno kick—perfect for brunch or any gathering.
- Pellet Grill Twice Baked Potatoes: Smoky, cheesy and loaded with flavor, these twice-baked potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser.
- Garlic Rosemary Potatoes: Delicious roasted potatoes seasoned with fresh rosemary and garlic, ideal for pairing with grilled meats.

Blackstone O’Brien Potatoes are the ultimate side dish for backyard cookouts, weekend brunch or casual family dinners. Quick, delicious and loaded with flavor, they’re sure to become a staple on your grilling menu.
Give them a try and let us know how they turned out by commenting or leaving a rating below!
Blackstone O’Brien Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet Potatoes peeled, diced, rinsed and dried
- 2 bell peppers diced
- 2 medium onions diced
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ cup beef tallow or cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat and coat generously with beef tallow or cooking oil.
- Add potatoes to the griddle, spreading them into a single layer to ensure crispiness.
- Add bell peppers and onions to the griddle, mixing with potatoes.
- Season generously with granulated garlic, kosher salt, smoked paprika and black pepper.
- Continue cooking, stirring occasionally until potatoes are crispy and vegetables are tender.
- Remove to a serving platter.




