Oven Roasted Potatoes

Sharing my easy method for the BEST Oven Roasted Potatoes with tons of flavor, a crisp outside and soft, fluffy inside!

Table of Contents

• Roasted Potatoes
• What type of potatoes should I roast?
• Oven Roasted Potatoes Ingredients
• How to roast potatoes
• How to store roasted potatoes?
• Get the Recipe

Roasted Potatoes

When I am looking for an easy simple side dish, I usually count on my favorite roasted potato recipe. It is a hit with the kids, and it is quick and easy to make. 

Potatoes are one of those comfort foods that tend to set off just about any main dish. They are one of the most versatile vegetables. They can tolerate just about any preparation. You can experiment to your hearts content to find what works best for your family to make this recipe your own! 

What type of potatoes should I roast?

There are so many options you can try! Our favorites are small yellow – like Yukon Gold – and small red potatoes. They will have a soft buttery texture and will be very tender with a nice crispy edge. You can also these exact same recipe method with fingerling and sweet potatoes as well! 

Oven Roasted Potatoes Ingredients

• Potatoes, of your choice
• Sea Salt
• Black Pepper
• Olive Oil

There are so many different herbs and spices that are great flavorful additions: 

• Garlic
• Rosemary
• Basil
• Oregano
• Thyme
• Parsley
• Paprika
• Crushed Red Pepper
• Or even a drizzle of truffle oil after roasting! 

Since this recipe is very easy to customize, you can even top them with any of the following to make them loaded potatoes:

• Cheese (shredded cheddar or a sprinkle of parmesan at the end of cooking)
• Bacon
• Chives
• Sour Cream

How to roast potatoes

There are a couple of tricks to the best roasted potatoes. First, wash your potatoes well and cut into 1-inch cubes. It is important to make sure you evenly cube the potatoes This will help achieve a more even cook. 

If you have the time to spare allow the potatoes to soak in cold water for approximately 15 minutes. While this is not mandatory, it helps draw out some of the starch and leads them being crisp yet fluffy on the inside. After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat dry. This will ensure they roast as opposed to being steamed.

Make sure that you allow the oven to properly preheat before roasting. Below is my go-to chart for oven temps and roasting time. 

• Bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes.
• Bake at 375°F for 30-45 minutes.
• Bake at 400°F for 25 to 30 minutes.
• Bake at 425°F for 22 to 25 minutes.

Please note I don’t recommend going any higher than 425°F. 

If your potatoes are cut into larger size squares or pieces, they may need to roast a few minutes longer. Your potatoes are done when they are nice even golden brown with crispy edges and a tender center.

How to store roasted potatoes?

You can store your leftovers in an airtight container. They can be reheated in the microwave, a skillet or the oven. However, they are best enjoyed fresh as they will not retain their crispiness. 

If we happen to have leftovers, I love to use them in the morning for breakfast potatoes. I refry them in a small amount of oil and serve them with eggs.  

These Oven Roasted Potatoes are so versatile. You can make them as one big batch, or if you are feeling a little bit more variety, feel free to make several different flavored versions on the same pan!

We love to try different flavor profiles and change up our recipe quite frequently. You really can’t go wrong with however you choose to make these, they will be delicious every time!

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Yield: 4 servings

Oven Roasted Potatoes

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Sharing my easy method for the BEST Oven Roasted Potatoes with tons of flavor, a crisp outside and soft, fluffy inside!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb potatoes, halved (or quarter for the larger ones)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper.
3. Roast potatoes in oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until outsides are lightly browned and potatoes are fork tender. Serve immediately!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4 servings

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 201Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 541mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 3gSugar: 1gProtein: 3g

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