Crispy Parmesan Potatoes are easy to make and full of savory flavor! Tender and crispy little potatoes are cooked to perfection atop a bed of seasoned parmesan cheese that melts and caramelizes until golden.
This is really the quintessential side dish. It goes with all types of entrees: Burgers. Steak. Chicken. Fish. You really can’t go wrong.
If you’ve seen similar recipes going viral on TikTok, now is the time to jump on the bandwagon. This parmesan potato recipe includes a special addition: dried thyme!
But let’s be honest. Parmesan potatoes were a thing wayyy before TikTok was invented. They’re a classic that has stood the test of time.
All the more reason to whip up a dish of these golden beauties for your next meal.
Why KJ Loves
Crispy Parmesan Potatoes
Can you ever go wrong with cheesy potatoes? I don’t think so! I love how crispy and salty the parmesan cheese is all while attached to a perfectly cooked potato. The perfect side dish!
Crispy Parmesan Potato Ingredients
Baby Yukon gold potatoes (halved)
No need to peel the potatoes! Baby red potatoes would also be delicious. The important thing is that you use mini potatoes.
Butter
Salted (always!)
Grated parmesan cheese
Keyword: grated (not shredded!)
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Dried thyme
Salt & pepper
How to Make the Best Crispy Parmesan Potatoes
1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
In a small bowl, combine the parmesan cheese with the garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.
3
Evenly spread the parmesan cheese mixture in the bottom of a 2 ½ quart baking dish. (It will be larger than a 9×9 but smaller than a 9×13.)
4
Place the halved potatoes cut/flat side down onto the parmesan cheese mixture. Be careful not to jostle them much once placed.
5
Brush the tops of the potatoes with the remaining butter and lightly season with a little bit of salt and pepper.
6
Bake for 45 minutes or until the potatoes are golden brown and cooked through. Serve by breaking up the melted parmesan cheese with the potato pieces. Enjoy!
Crispy Parmesan Potato Variations
Change the flavor profile.
Instead of dried thyme, you could use dried parsley, dried basil, or Italian seasoning. Note: some seasonings will be a little more or less concentrated, so consider the proportions when you swap them out.
Add some spice.
Add some chili flakes to the seasoning mixture to heat things up.
Sub some fresh garlic.
If you’re in the mood for some fresh garlic, you could sub it for the powder. I recommend 1-2 cloves.
Serve with dip.
Try some different flavor combos for a twist on this classic. You could go with tried-and-true ketchup or ranch. To mix it up, go with garlic aioli, pesto, or even a spicy mayo dip!
Recipe Video:
Crispy Parmesan Potatoes (Easy + Oven Roasted)
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- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
Crispy Parmesan Potatoes are easy to make and full of savory flavor! Tender and crispy little potatoes are cooked to perfection atop a bed of seasoned parmesan cheese that melts and caramelizes until golden.
This is really the quintessential side dish. It goes with all types of entrees: Burgers. Steak. Chicken. Fish. You really can’t go wrong.
If you’ve seen similar recipes going viral on TikTok, now is the time to jump on the bandwagon. This parmesan potato recipe includes a special addition: dried thyme!
But let’s be honest. Parmesan potatoes were a thing wayyy before TikTok was invented. They’re a classic that has stood the test of time.
All the more reason to whip up a dish of these golden beauties for your next meal.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of the melted butter with the parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder and dried thyme. Evenly spread the parmesan cheese mixture in the bottom of a 2 1/2 quart (or similar sized) baking dish.
- Place the halved potatoes cut/flat side down onto the parmesan cheese mixture, being careful to not move them much once placed.
- Brush the tops of the potatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and lightly season with the salt and pepper.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and cooked through. Allow to cool slightly and then serve by breaking up the melted parmesan cheese with the potato pieces. Enjoy!
Notes
- Baby red potatoes could also be used for this recipe.
- Nutritional information for this recipe is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 174
- Sugar: 0.7g
- Sodium: 448mg
- Fat: 11.8g
- Carbohydrates: 8.9g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Protein: 9.8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Crispy Parmesan Potatoes
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