Here’s a foolproof recipe for Crispy Oven-Baked Potatoes — golden, crunchy on the outside, soft inside, and perfect as a side 🥔🔥
🥔 Crispy Oven-Baked Potatoes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
Servings: 4
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 lb (900 g) potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- ½ tsp dried rosemary or thyme (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Prep potatoes
- Wash and cut potatoes into wedges or cubes.
- For extra crispiness, soak in cold water 20 minutes, then drain and dry thoroughly.
3️⃣ Season
- Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and herbs.
4️⃣ Bake
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on the tray. Avoid overcrowding.
- Bake 25 minutes, flip, then bake another 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy.
5️⃣ Serve
- Sprinkle extra salt or fresh herbs and serve hot.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx.)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Carbs: 34 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 4 g
💡 Extra-Crispy Tips
- Dry potatoes thoroughly before oiling
- High heat and single-layer spread = best crunch
- Flip once only for even browning
🌶️ Variations
- Parmesan garlic: add grated Parmesan in the last 5 minutes
- Spicy: add chili flakes or cayenne
- Herb butter: toss with melted butter + herbs after baking
- Air fryer option: 400°F (200°C) for 18–22 minutes, shake halfway
