The Best Dutch Oven Baked Potatoes: Easy
Elevate your side dish with these mouthwatering Dutch oven baked potatoes. They are perfectly tender and fluffy with a crispy skin perfect for any dinner or occasion.
Baked potatoes are a classic side dish that never fails to satisfy, but when cooked in a Dutch oven, they take on a whole new level of flavor and texture. The Dutch oven’s even heat distribution and ability to lock in moisture results in perfectly tender and fluffy potatoes with a crispy skin. Whether you’re cooking them over a campfire or in the comfort of your own kitchen, these Dutch oven potatoes are sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation.
We love having baked potatoes as a side or sometimes even the main dish. They are so quick, easy, and versatile, yet very filling.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- This dutch oven recipe can easily be changed to fit whatever meal you are pairing it with. You can add or change the seasoning you roll the baked potato in to change the flavor of the potato. You could add Italian, garlic, or even red pepper flakes for a spicy potato.
- Making baked potatoes takes little to no effort. Simply place them in your oven and forget about them until your timer goes off.
- When making crispy dutch oven potatoes there is little to no prep time involved besides washing the potatoes.
- You can also do the exact same process with sweet potatoes to get dutch oven sweet potatoes.
Equipment
- Dutch oven – I prefer using a cast iron dutch oven but any dutch oven will work. If you do not have a dutch oven then you can also use a cast iron skillet to get cast iron skillet baked potatoes.
- Parchment paper – The parchment paper will keep the excess oil from getting on the cast iron dutch oven and smoking or making your dutch oven sticky.
Ingredients
- 5 medium-sized Potatoes – I like to use Idaho potatoes or russet potatoes.
- Coarse salt
- Olive oil
Dutch Oven Baked Potatoes In The Oven
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly.
3. Line Dutch oven with parchment paper. Place potatoes in Dutch oven on parchment paper evenly spaced. Pour a generous amount of olive oil on each potato and coat with a generous coating of salt or any other spices.
4. Put the lid on the Dutch oven and place in 400°F for about 75 minutes or until they are fork tender. Depending on the number and size of the potatoes you use you may need to increase or decrease the time.
5. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Topping Ideas
- Classic Sour Cream and Chives: This traditional topping is always a crowd pleaser. Simply top your baked potato with a dollop of sour cream, some butter, and sprinkle with fresh chives for a simple yet satisfying option.
- Sour Cream and Italian Dressing: This is personally one of my favorite toppings for a baked potato the tangy Italian dressing pairs perfectly with the sour cream and potato.
- Loaded Baked Potato: For those looking for something more indulgent, consider adding toppings like crispy bacon, melted cheese, chopped green onions, and a dollop of sour cream or ranch dressing.
- BBQ Chicken: Shred leftover rotisserie chicken and mix it with your favorite BBQ sauce. Top your baked potato with the BBQ chicken mixture, along with some shredded cheese and sliced green onions.
- Mediterranean Inspired: Top your baked potato with hummus, diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, olives, and a drizzle of olive oil for a fresh and flavorful twist.
- Taco Style: Fill your baked potato with seasoned ground beef or turkey, black beans, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, avocado slices, shredded cheese, salsa, and sour cream for a Tex-Mex inspired treat.
- Chili Baked Potato: This is Ben’s favorite potato topping. Anytime we have leftover chili he requests baked potatoes so he can top it with homemade chili.
FAQ’s
In this case no. Just place the baked potatoes directly onto the parchment paper and place the dutch oven lid ontop. The lid will hold in the heat and moisture.
I like to use Idaho, russet, or even sweet potatoes to get the best dutch oven baked potatoes.
Yes, making baked potatoes in a dutch oven is incredibly easy.
Overall it depends on the size of the potato and how many you are putting in the dutch oven but for 5 medium sized potatoes it will take 75 minutes.
In conclusion, Dutch oven baked potatoes are a simple and delicious side dish that can be easily prepared while camping or at home. The versatility of this cooking method allows for endless variations in seasonings and toppings, making it a favorite among both beginner and experienced cooks. Whether enjoyed as a hearty side to a meal or as the main dish, these tender and flavorful potatoes are sure to become a staple. So next time you’re looking for an easy and satisfying dish to serve up, give Dutch oven baked potatoes a try – you won’t be disappointed!
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