Description
These crispy garlic parmesan crusted potatoes are golden, cheesy, and packed with flavor! The perfect easy side dish for any meal. Try them today!
Ingredients
For the Potatoes:
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes (halved)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
For the Parmesan Crust:
- ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1 – Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and cut them in half for even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, oregano, and thyme.
- Toss the potatoes in the mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 2 – Coating & Baking
- In a separate bowl, mix grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Sprinkle the parmesan mixture generously onto the baking sheet, creating an even layer.
- Arrange the potatoes cut-side down onto the parmesan layer, pressing slightly to help the crust adhere.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
Step 3 – Final Touch & Serving
- Remove from the oven and allow the potatoes to rest for 5 minutes before carefully loosening them from the baking sheet.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
- Enjoy your crispy garlic parmesean crusted potatoes with a side of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce!
Notes
Use freshly grated parmesan instead of pre-packaged for better melting and crispiness.
Don’t overcrowd the pan—spacing out the potatoes allows for even browning.
Press the potatoes firmly onto the parmesan layer before baking for the best crust.
Bake at high heat (400°F) for maximum crispiness.
For extra crunch, broil for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
Keywords: crispy garlic parmesan potatoes, roasted potatoes, cheesy potatoes, baked potatoes, garlic butter potatoes