Description
These crispy roasted potatoes are the ultimate easy snack recipe for potato lovers! Golden on the outside and fluffy on the inside, they’re seasoned to perfection and baked for maximum crunch—no deep frying needed.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash, dry, and halve the potatoes. Quarter larger ones for even size.
- Toss with Seasonings: In a bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well coated.
- Arrange for Roasting: Place potatoes cut-side down on the baking sheet with space between them.
- Roast: Bake for 20–25 minutes, flip, then roast another 10–15 minutes until deeply golden and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—space ensures crispiness.
- Dry potatoes thoroughly before seasoning to avoid steaming.
- Use starchy potatoes like Yukon gold or russets for best texture.
- Make it vegan with avocado oil and nutritional yeast.
- Turn into cheesy bites by adding shredded cheese after roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup