Garlic Butter Parmesan Roasted Potatoes

🧾 Overview

These potatoes are crispy, cheesy, garlicky, and herb-packed—perfect as a side for almost any meal.

• Prep time: 10–15 minutes
• Cook time: 35–45 minutes
• Servings: 4–6

🥄 Ingredients

• 2 lbs baby potatoes (Yukon gold or red), halved
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
• Line a baking sheet or lightly grease a baking dish

Step 2: Prep potatoes

• Wash and dry potatoes
• Cut into halves (or quarters if large)

Step 3: Season

In a large bowl, toss potatoes with:

• Olive oil
• Melted butter
• Garlic
• Italian seasoning
• Paprika
• Salt & pepper

Mix until evenly coated.

Step 4: Add cheese

• Toss in Parmesan cheese
• Make sure potatoes are well coated for that crispy crust

Step 5: Roast

• Spread potatoes in a single layer (cut side down for best crisp)
• Roast for 35–45 minutes
• Flip halfway through for even browning

Step 6: Finish

• Sprinkle fresh parsley on top
• Optional: extra Parmesan for serving

🔥 Pro Tips

• Don’t overcrowd the pan → ensures crispiness
• Use a metal baking sheet for best browning
• For extra crisp: broil 2–3 minutes at the end
• Dry potatoes well before seasoning

🔄 Variations

Extra crispy version

• Parboil potatoes 5–7 minutes before roasting

Spicy kick

• Add red pepper flakes or cayenne

Cheesy overload

• Mix in mozzarella during last 5 minutes

Garlic lovers

• Roast whole garlic cloves with potatoes

📊 Nutrition (per serving, ~5 servings)

(Approximate)

• Calories: 260–320
• Carbs: 28–32g
• Fat: 14–18g
• Protein: 5–7g
• Fiber: 3–4g

❓ Q&A

Q1: Why aren’t my potatoes crispy?

Common reasons:

• Pan overcrowded
• Too much moisture
• Oven not hot enough

👉 Fix: spread out + increase heat slightly

Q2: Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes!

• Roast ahead, then reheat at 375°F for 10–15 min

Q3: Can I use regular potatoes?

Absolutely—just cut into evenly sized chunks.

Q4: Do I have to use Parmesan?

No, but it adds:

• Crispiness
• Umami flavor

You can substitute with:

• Pecorino Romano
• Or skip for dairy-free

Q5: Can I air fry instead?

Yes!

• Cook at 380°F for 15–20 minutes
• Shake basket halfway

Q6: How do I store leftovers?

• Refrigerate up to 3–4 days
• Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture

Q7: What goes well with this?

• Grilled chicken
• Steak
• Fish
• Burgers

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Toss with sour cream or aioli
• Add bacon bits for extra flavor
• Serve with a squeeze of lemon for brightness

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Sara Mitchell

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