Description
These Crispy Garlic Parmesan Crusted Potatoes are a perfect savory side dish, featuring tender baby potatoes coated in a flavorful blend of butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning, then baked to golden perfection on a crispy Parmesan cheese crust. Garnished with fresh parsley, they are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 ½ pounds baby potatoes, halved
Seasoning and Coating
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and aid in easy cleanup.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to create a flavorful coating for the potatoes.
- Create Parmesan Layer: Spread the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the prepared baking sheet to form the crispy crust base for the potatoes.
- Coat Potatoes: Dip each halved potato, cut side down, into the butter mixture ensuring it is fully coated, then press the coated side firmly onto the Parmesan layer on the baking sheet.
- Arrange Potatoes: Lay the potatoes cut side down on the Parmesan layer, spacing them evenly to allow for proper crisping while baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender inside.
- Cool and Lift: Let the potatoes cool for a few minutes after baking, then carefully lift them off the pan using a spatula to keep the Parmesan crust intact.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the crispy potatoes for a fresh color and flavor boost, then serve warm.
Notes
- For an extra crispy crust, make sure the Parmesan is spread thin and even.
- Using baby potatoes ensures quicker and more even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt and paprika.
- Freshly minced garlic provides the best flavor but garlic powder can be used if preferred.
- Serve immediately for best crispness; leftovers can be reheated in the oven to retain crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
