Description
Cheesy Campfire Potatoes are a deliciously comforting side dish, perfect for outdoor cooking or cozy dinners. Tender baby potatoes are sautéed with onions and garlic in butter and olive oil, simmered with chicken broth, then topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh parsley for a flavorful finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Veggies
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved or quartered into 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Cooking Fats
- 2 tablespoons butter, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Flavorings and Toppings
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and halve or quarter the baby potatoes into approximately 1/2 inch pieces to ensure even cooking and tender texture.
- Sauté onions and garlic: In a skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Cook the potatoes: Add the cut potatoes to the skillet. Stir to coat them with the butter and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add chicken broth and simmer: Pour in ¼ cup of chicken broth to introduce moisture and help cook the potatoes through. Cover the skillet with a lid and let everything simmer for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Add cheese and parsley: Once the potatoes are cooked, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet briefly to allow the cheese to melt. Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve warm: Transfer the cheesy campfire potatoes to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a comforting side dish to your favorite main courses.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
- For extra smoky flavor, try adding a pinch of smoked paprika or using smoked cheddar cheese.
- Adjust the cooking time depending on the size of your potato pieces to ensure tenderness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
