Crispy Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Recipe
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Potatoes are golden, crispy bite-sized potatoes coated with a flavorful mix of Parmesan cheese, garlic, and Italian herbs, baked to perfection. This easy-to-make side dish pairs wonderfully with any main course and is perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds small potatoes (such as baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
Seasoning and Coating
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the potatoes evenly and achieving a crispy crust.
- Prepare the potatoes. Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. Cut them into 1-inch pieces; for smaller potatoes, simply halve or quarter them so all pieces are roughly uniform in size for even cooking.
- Make the Parmesan mixture. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried Italian herbs, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat the potatoes. Add the cut potatoes to the bowl and toss until all pieces are evenly coated with the Parmesan and seasoning mixture, ensuring each potato piece is covered for maximum flavor and crispiness.
- Arrange on baking sheet. Spread the coated potatoes out in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to allow hot air to circulate and crisp up the potatoes properly; use two baking sheets if needed.
- Bake the potatoes. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes. Flip the potatoes halfway through the baking time to promote even browning. Bake until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Garnish and serve. Remove the potatoes from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired for a fresh, vibrant touch. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your crispy Parmesan crusted potatoes.
Notes
- To ensure crispiness, do not overcrowd the baking sheet; using two sheets might be necessary.
- You can substitute Parmesan cheese with Pecorino Romano for a sharper flavor.
- For extra crispiness, soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before drying and seasoning.
- Adjust salt according to your taste, especially if Parmesan cheese is salty.
- These potatoes can be reheated in the oven to re-crisp leftovers.
Keywords: crispy potatoes, baked potatoes, Parmesan potatoes, garlic potatoes, side dish, crunchy potatoes
