Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
Golden roasted potatoes tossed with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and herbs create a crispy, buttery side dish perfect with meats or as a savory snack.
Equipment
- 1 oven preheated to 400°F
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment or lightly greased
- 1 large bowl
Ingredients
- 3 lb baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes halved or cut into chunks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 to 5 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme optional
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano or basil optional
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 to 2 tablespoons butter optional
- Fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light grease.
- Rinse and dry the potatoes, then cut them into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, oregano or basil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the potatoes evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway until golden and crisp.
- Remove the potatoes briefly from the oven and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top; add butter pieces if using.
- Return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese melts and sticks to the potatoes.
- Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- Avoid overcrowding the pan for extra crispiness.
- Try adding rosemary or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
- Substitute Parmesan with pecorino for a sharper taste.
- Air fryer option: cook at 375–400°F for about 20 minutes, shaking halfway.