Best Blackstone Loaded Potatoes Recipe

Introduction

Loaded potatoes cooked on a Blackstone griddle make for a delicious, hearty meal packed with crispy potatoes, tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheese. This dish is perfect for a casual dinner or outdoor cooking with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds red potatoes
• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 6 slices bacon
• Oil for cooking
• Kosher salt and black pepper
• 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix
• 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
• 2 cups grated cheese (Mexican blend suggested)
• Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, sour cream, ranch dressing

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut the potatoes and chicken into bite-sized pieces. Arrange them separately on a tray along with the other ingredients, keeping raw chicken separate to avoid cross-contamination.
2. Step 2: Preheat the Blackstone griddle to medium heat for several minutes to ensure even cooking.
3. Step 3: Cook the bacon slices on the griddle for 3 to 4 minutes per side until crispy. Remove and let cool slightly, then crumble into pieces and set aside.
4. Step 4: Add oil to the griddle, then cook the diced potatoes seasoned with salt and pepper for 9 to 11 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and crispy.
5. Step 5: Add more oil along with the chicken pieces to the potatoes on the griddle. Season again with salt and pepper and cook for another 9 to 11 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and wing sauce over the mixture and cook for 1 to 2 more minutes, stirring to combine.
6. Step 6: Spread the mixture evenly on the griddle, sprinkle the grated cheese and crumbled bacon on top. Allow the cheese to melt, turning off the heat if necessary to prevent overcooking.
7. Step 7: Add optional garnishes like chopped green onions, sour cream, or ranch dressing. Serve directly from the griddle or transfer to a serving tray.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispiness, soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking, then dry thoroughly.
• Substitute buffalo wing sauce with barbecue or hot sauce for different flavor profiles.
• Use other cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack if you prefer.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and bacon and add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers instead.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the griddle or in a skillet to retain crispiness. Adding a splash of water and covering while reheating helps keep the chicken moist.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen potatoes for this recipe?

Fresh red potatoes work best for this dish to achieve a crispy texture. Frozen potatoes may become soggy and not cook evenly on the griddle.

What if I don’t have a Blackstone griddle?

You can prepare this recipe using a large skillet or grill pan on your stovetop, though cooking times and texture might differ slightly.

Best Blackstone Loaded Potatoes Recipe

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This recipe for Best Blackstone Loaded Potatoes features crispy red potatoes and tender chicken cooked on a Blackstone griddle, combined with crispy bacon, melted cheesy topping, and a flavorful buffalo ranch seasoning for a delicious and hearty meal perfect for gatherings or family dinners.

• Author: Caleb
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Grilling
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Potatoes and Chicken

• 1.5 pounds red potatoes, diced into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

Other Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• Oil for cooking (vegetable or canola oil suggested)
• Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix
• 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
• 2 cups grated cheese (Mexican blend recommended)

Optional Garnishes

• Chopped green onions
• Sour cream
• Ranch dressing

Instructions

1. Prep the Ingredients: Cut the red potatoes and chicken into bite-sized pieces. Arrange them separately on a tray to avoid cross-contamination. Place all other ingredients on the tray as well, keeping them apart from the raw chicken.
2. Preheat the Griddle: Bring the tray of ingredients to the Blackstone griddle and preheat it to medium heat for several minutes to ensure even cooking.
3. Cook the Bacon: Place the bacon slices on the preheated griddle and cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes until crispy to your liking. Remove bacon, let cool slightly, then crumble into small pieces and set aside.
4. Cook the Potatoes: Add cooking oil to the griddle, then add the diced potatoes. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Cook for 9 to 11 minutes, turning and flipping occasionally with hibachi spatulas until golden and crispy.
5. Cook the Chicken and Combine Ingredients: Add more oil to the griddle, then the chicken pieces. Mix the chicken with the potatoes, seasoning again with salt and pepper. Cook another 9 to 11 minutes, stirring and flipping frequently until chicken is fully cooked and potatoes are tender. Sprinkle dry ranch seasoning and buffalo wing sauce over the mixture, cooking an additional 1 to 2 minutes to combine flavors.
6. Finish with Cheese and Bacon: Spread the chicken and potato mixture evenly on the griddle. Sprinkle the grated cheese on top followed by the crumbled bacon. Allow the cheese to melt, turning off the griddle if needed to avoid overcooking.
7. Add Final Touches and Serve: Once cheese is melted, garnish with chopped green onions, sour cream, and/or ranch dressing as desired. Serve directly from the griddle using hibachi spatulas or transfer to a serving tray for plating.

Notes

• Use Mexican blend cheese for best flavor, or substitute with cheddar and Monterey Jack.
• Adjust buffalo wing sauce quantity to taste depending on your spice preference.
• Ensure the griddle is properly preheated to achieve crispy potatoes and bacon.
• Keep raw chicken and potatoes separate before cooking to prevent cross-contamination.
• Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

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