Golden outside, creamy inside, and utterly irresistible, these Oven Roasted Potatoes are the best side dish with just about anything. Learn to make the perfect batch with this easy recipe!
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An easy goes-with-everything side dish.
Oven roasted roasted potatoes can be served with just about ANY protein, so I find myself making this recipe often. If you ask me, crispy potatoes are one of life’s simple pleasures. A delight!
In addition to that crispy browned exterior, these oven roasted potatoes boast a tender, creamy interior. Oil and salt is really all you need to make them delicious, but there are countless ways to jazz them up—I share some of my favorite ideas below.
In addition to baby Yukon golds, you can use this recipe to roast russet potatoes, regular Yukon gold potatoes, those fun little purple potatoes, or make these Roasted Red Potatoes. They’re all delish!
5 Star Review
“As advertised, crispy and delicious!”
— Joseph —
My Tips for Perfect Crispy Roasted Potatoes
- Cut the Potatoes to the Same Size. Potatoes with even surface area will roast at the same rate so that you avoid over-done or under-done slices. Cut larger potatoes into 1-inch cubes for best results.
- Don’t Let ‘Em Steam! Spread the potatoes into an even layer and don’t overcrowd the pan. The potatoes need room around them so the air can circulate, otherwise they’ll steam instead of getting crispy.
- Adjust the Temperature if Needed. The ideal temperature for roasting potatoes is 400 degrees F. If you are cooking something else in your oven at the same time as the potatoes and need a different temperature, you can go slightly over (425 degrees F) or slightly under (375 degrees F) and still have good results.
Recipe Variations
The options are endless when it comes to oven roasted potatoes! Choose whatever you prefer or matches your mood that night. Here are a few of my favorite choices:
- Garlic. I recommend garlic powder or whole, peeled, and smashed (not chopped) garlic cloves, which tend to burn less at high heat. Combine the garlic with some rosemary for a zesty, yet fresh combination. You must check out my Garlic Roasted Potatoes next!
- Parmesan. A few tablespoons of Parmesan cheese along with an herb like thyme or parsley adds further creamy richness for cheesy roasted potatoes. (Add thyme or parsley after roasting, though, so these delicate herbs don’t burn.)
- Spicy. Add 1 teaspoon chili powder or paprika for a spicy twist.
- Ranch. Potatoes and ranch are a match made in heaven. Season the potatoes before roasting with a few teaspoons of your favorite ranch seasoning.
- Italian. Give your oven roasted potatoes some Italian flair with a little basil, oregano, or Italian seasoning. (Crispy herb roasted potatoes are delicious with Chicken Cacciatore.)
What to Serve With Oven Roasted Potatoes
Like I said before: this is a recipe that goes with just about ANYTHING. But if you still need some inspo, here are some ideas:
- Burgers. Serve them with a Smash Burger instead of fries.
- Pork. They’re a perfect partner for Smothered Pork Chops!
- Chicken. French Onion Chicken and crispy roasted potatoes would be comfort food BLISS.
- Dipping Sauces. Ketchup? Yes! But I think this Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip would be awesome too, especially if you add some cayenne to the potatoes to make them spicy.
Oven Roasted Potatoes
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds waxy potatoes scrubbed with peels on, cut into 1-inch pieces, I like mini red or yellow (Yukon gold) potatoes, but russet potatoes work too
- 6 whole cloves garlic peeled (optional)
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt divided
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 tablespoon very finely chopped fresh rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large, rimmed baking dish with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
- Place the potatoes and garlic cloves in the center of the baking sheet.
- In a small mixing bowl or large liquid measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, black pepper, and rosemary. Pour over the potatoes and garlic.
- Toss the potatoes and garlic until they are evenly coated. Spread into an even layer, placing the cut sides of the potatoes down against the baking sheet.
- Roast for 45 to 55 minutes, tossing once and rotating the pan 180° halfway through, until the potatoes are dark golden and crisp (the time will vary based upon how crowded your pan is and the type of potatoes you use). Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the remaining ¼ teaspoon kosher salt. Let cool a few minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
- TO STORE: Refrigerate leftover potatoes in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days. (I do not recommend freezing roasted potatoes, as they can become mealy once thawed.)
- TO REHEAT: Rewarm potatoes on a baking sheet in the oven at 350°F.
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As advertised, crispy and delicious!
I’m so happy that you enjoyed the recipe, Joseph! Thank you for sharing this kind review!
I am shopping around for a good roasted potato recipe and I see some out there that call for soaking the potato wedges in cold water for an hour before baking. Apparently, that process removes starch. What is your take on soaking in cold water before roasting? Take it or leave it? I really like your recipes and trust your judgement.
Thanks,
Tricia
Hi Tricia! I personally haven’t done this when roasting potatoes, I don’t think it’s needed. I do soak my potatoes in hot when I am making french fries. You can find my technique here and explanations about it in this blog post: https://www.wellplated.com/baked-fries/
Awesome. Kids loved it too! Very important.
Hi John! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Family loved them. Nice change from mashed or baked.
Hi Heidi! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
These were absolutely fantastic! I opted for the fresh rosemary and added large onion pieces. Delicious and simple! Even my daughter who doesnt like potatoes ate them!
Hi Joanna! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
So good! My daughter in law lives the oil and herbs for her bread dipping!
Hi Mary! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
absolutely delicious. you can’t go wrong with this recipe! Having the leftovers with eggs today and very happy
Fantastic recipe! I added some onions in the recipe and served it with garlic mayo dip.
Hi Nicollete! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
Me and my kids made it at home. We added a few of our own seasonings, and the flavor was delicious. The recipe was very easy to follow and didn’t require much time.
Layla, this makes me so happy to hear. Thanks for sharing!
I love that these roasted potatoes are so versatile. You can serve them with any meal, from roast chicken to steak to fish.
Agree, thanks Lauren!!
I love how this recipe is so easy to make, yet it’s still impressive enough to serve to guests.
Hi Selene! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
I made half of the recipe and didn’t add salt at all since my husband is on a sodium restriction. Will be making again as this was so flavorful and easy to make. Thank you for the recipe.
Hi Daphne! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!
This will be my go to potato recipe now. Everyone in my family loved these potatoes! Easy. Great flavor. Loved how they turned out!
Yay, love that Jory! Thank you!
The potatoes were good but didn’t need to bake for 45 min. Mine almost overcooked. I decided to take one out and try it and they had only been in the oven for 30 minutes. Could be the difference in the ovens. I am going to try it again and watch them a little closer.
Hi Erma, so glad you enjoyed them! Yes, all ovens are different and some may run hotter or cooler than others. Good intuition based on your personal oven! Thanks!
my dad likes it
Great! Thanks Victoria!
Definitely a BANGER! Delicious tender inside and crispy outside. My husband loved them. We had them with barbecued ribs and they were perfect together. Definitely a new family favorite!
Thank you Arlene!
Simple is always the best. Our family loved these! We also had some fun making these oven roasted potatoes. Served them together with grilled chicken breast. Totally recommend it for any potato lover!
So glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe, Kamille! Thank you!
I love to make my husband home cooked meals so he can have leftovers at work. Both of us loved these potatoes! I only had to bake for 40 minutes and they were perfectly tender. Thank you for sharing!
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, Hannah! Thank you!
I absolutely love Yukon/small yellow potatoes. Why in the world don’t I roast them more often?! So delicious. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. And I love all the ideas for different flavor adjustments depending on your mood.
Thanks Rose!
The flavors from these combined seasonings were perfect for the small yellow potatoes. I even added some baby carrots to test how they would taste and they were delicious. When my picky husband says it’s good… that’s the ultimate compliment! I will definitely be making this regularly.
LOVE IT! Thank you Dahlia!
So easy and so good! I love that I didn’t have to peel the potatoes, and the simple seasoning really lets the natural potato flavor shine. I added the optional rosemary, and it gave such a nice earthy touch. My kitchen smells incredible, and they paired perfectly with grilled chicken.
I made this recipe yesterday and it was amazing. I had no time left after I finished making dinner for my guests, but I still needed to make a potato side dish. I quickly found this recipe, it didn’t take long to make at all. Everyone loved them! I have a feeling that I will be making this one a lot :)
Yay! Thank you Andrea!
Can you use garlic powder instead of garlic cloves? If so, how much?
Hi Angie! Sure! It’s 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder is equivalent to 1 clove of garlic. Enjoy!