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Baked potatoes on a white plate, topped with butter and chopped green onions, add a delightful touch to any meal. For those who prefer smoking their potatoes, understanding how long to smoke potatoes at 250 can enhance the flavor and texture beautifully.
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Smoked Baked Potatoes Recipe

How long to smoke baked potatoes at 250 degrees F on a Traeger is here so the insides are fluffy and the skins are crispy. Smoked russets make a cheap and easy side dish for dinner.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Entree, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked, potatoes, smoked
Servings: 4
Author: Justine

Equipment

  • 1 smoker

Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes
  • 3/4 c salt kosher is best, larger granules
  • 1/4 c olive oil

Instructions

  • Pierce your potatoes with a fork or knife all over to vent (so they don't explode).
  • Fill a flat bowl/container with salt.
  • Rub olive oil on one of your potatoes and then roll it in the salt.
  • Do this to all your potatoes, then you're ready to smoke.
  • Set smoker to 250, fill container inside with wood chips of your choice and smoke for 2 hours or until they're tender in the center, test with a knife or fork.
  • Allow to rest for a few minutes when you take them out.
  • Slice, fill with chili for a main dish or sour cream and butter for a side dish!

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Nutrition

Serving: 3oz | Calories: 119kcal | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 21220mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg