When it comes to next-level BBQ, everyone talks about brisket, ribs, and pulled pork—but let’s be real: no legendary BBQ plate is complete without the perfect side dish. And if you’ve never tried smoked baked potatoes, prepare to have your taste buds rocked. Smoky, fluffy, and packed with flavor, these potatoes are more than just a side—they're a full-blown flavor experience.
At Fatty Butts BBQ, we take our sides as seriously as our meats. Because we know that a well-smoked baked potato doesn’t just sit quietly next to your main—it stands proudly beside it, enhancing every bite with smoky goodness.
Regular baked potatoes? Great.
Grilled potatoes? Tasty.
Smoked baked potatoes? Absolute game-changer.
Smoking adds a depth of flavor that can’t be matched by baking or grilling. As the potatoes sit low and slow in the smoker, they absorb that irresistible wood-fired aroma, transforming a humble spud into something seriously crave-worthy. The skin gets crispy and seasoned, while the inside stays fluffy and rich with smoky undertones.
At Fatty Butts BBQ, we use real wood, low temperatures, and plenty of love to make sure each smoked baked potato is packed with flavor from the first bite to the last.
Want a sneak peek into how we do it at the pit? Here’s how the magic happens behind the scenes:
We start with large, starchy russet potatoes—perfect for achieving that fluffy interior and crispy exterior. These babies hold their shape well and soak up smoke like a sponge.
Each potato gets a light coating of olive oil, then we hit them with our house-made rub—a blend of salt, pepper, garlic, and a touch of paprika for color and bite. The seasoned skins are key. Trust us, you’ll want to eat the whole thing.
We place the potatoes directly on the smoker grates at around 225–250°F, using hickory or oak for a bold, BBQ-friendly flavor. Then we let time do its thing—about 2 to 3 hours, depending on the size.
Once tender, we slice ‘em open and load them up. Whether it’s melted butter, shredded cheese, sour cream, bacon, chives—or even chopped brisket—our smoked baked potatoes are fully customizable and fully satisfying.
At Fatty Butts BBQ, smoked baked potatoes are more than a side—they're a canvas. Here are some of our favorite ways to serve them: