Pellet Grill Hasselback Potatoes with a delightful twist of herbs and cheese. This dish isn’t just about the flavors—it’s about the experience. Picture perfectly cooked potatoes, infused with smoky goodness, and topped with melty cheese.

Ingredients for Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes

Russet Potatoes
Olive Oil or Butter
Steak Rub
Shredded Cheddar Cheese (mozzarella, colby-jack, or your favorite melty cheese)
Optional Toppings: fresh parsley, chives, green onions, crispy bacon, sour cream

Step-By-Step Directions for Hasselback Potatoes

Hasselback russet potatoes on a foil lined baking sheet.

Prepare the potatoes: Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under cold water. Dry potatoes with a clean kitchen towel.
Preheat the pellet grill: Preheat your pellet grill to 350°F.
Slice the potatoes: Place one potato on a cutting board with wooden spoons on each side or chopsticks work great too. Using a sharp knife, make thin slices across the potato, making sure not to cut all the way through. You want the slices to stay connected at the bottom. Aim for slices about 1/8 inch apart, like thick potato chips.
Oil the potatoes: Spray or brush potatoes with olive oil, pulling apart potatoes, making sure to get it in between the slices.

Hasselback potatoes cooking on a pellet grill.

Grill the potatoes: Place potatoes onto a grill pan or a cookie sheet lined with a piece of aluminum foil and place onto preheated grill and close the lid. Cook for about 30 -40 minutes.

4 Seasoned hasselback potatoes on a grill.

Spray or brush with olive oil once again. Sprinkle with steak rub or your favorite seasonings and continue to cook another 15 minutes with the grill closed, or until they are tender and the edges are crispy and golden brown.

Topping hasselback potatoes with cheese.

Add cheese: About 5 minutes before the potatoes are done, sprinkle shredded cheese over each potato, allowing it to melt and get gooey.

4 Grilled Hasselback potatoes with melted cheese.

Serve hot: Remove the potatoes from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.

Garnish with parsley and your favorite toppings like chopped chives, crispy bacon bits, or a dollop of sour cream.
Enjoy!: Dive into these cheesy Hasselback potatoes and savor every delicious bite.

Notes and Tips for Cheesy Hasselback Potatoes

Best Potatoes: Choose evenly sized potatoes for consistent cooking. Russet potatoes or yukon gold potatoes work best for hasselback potato recipes.
Tip for Slicing Potatoes: Use a wooden spoon or chopsticks placed on either side of the potato to prevent cutting all the way through the bottom of each potato.
Garlic Butter: Mix melted butter with minced garlic and brush over the potatoes in place of the olive oil.
Seasonings: Kosher salt, pepper and fresh thyme or herbs can be used in place of the steak rub.
Cooking Time: Total cooking time will vary depending on the size of the potatoes. The same cooking time and temperature will also work in the oven or air fryer.
Storage: Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 4 days.
Reheat: Slice potatoes through and place in a skillet coated lightly with olive oil. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until heated through.

Why You Should Make This Hasselback Potatoes Recipe

Elevate your grilling game: Grilling adds a whole new dimension to the classic Hasselback potatoes, it has become our favorite way to cook whole potatoes. The infusion of smoky flavor takes these spuds to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Irresistible combination: Melted cheese, garlic and herb potatoes with crispy edges and tender on the inside is perfect for a backyard barbecue or a comforting side dish for any meal.

Best Dishes to Serve with Hasselback Potatoes

Pair these cheesy potatoes with other grill favorites to create a mouthwatering feast. Here are a few of our best recipes:

Grilled Steak: The rich flavors of a perfectly grilled steak complement the creamy texture of the potatoes. Go for juicy ribeyes or giant T-Bone steaks for an unforgettable meal.
Grilled Chicken: Whether it’s a BBQ Whole Chicken slathered in sweet and tangy bbq sauce or simply seasoned with herbs, grilled chicken is a versatile option that pairs well with the savory flavors of the potatoes.
Grilled Salmon: Serve hasselback potatoes as a great side dish for grilled salmon as a lighter option. The smoky notes from the grill will enhance the natural flavors of the fish.
Grilled Vegetables: Round out your meal with a colorful medley of grilled vegetable kabobs, such as onions, bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli. The vibrant flavors and textures will complement the potatoes perfectly. Our Grilled Hasselback Sweet Potatoes are another perfect side dish for just about any meal.

So, what are you waiting for? Fire up the grill and get ready to impress your guests with this mouthwatering combination of Pellet Grill Hasselback Potatoes for a tasty side dish.

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