Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Get ready to elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Crispy Smashed Potatoes! This easy, foolproof recipe takes tender baby potatoes and transforms them into golden, crunchy bites bursting with flavor. Boiled to perfection, smashed for maximum crispiness, and baked to a beautiful golden brown, these potatoes are seasoned with a mouthwatering blend of olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, and Parmesan cheese. The final touch of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbal freshness. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, side dish, or snack, these crispy smashed potatoes pair beautifully with everything from grilled meats to fresh salads. With simple pantry ingredients and under an hour to make, this recipe is your ultimate go-to for crispy potato perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the baby potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water by about an inch. Add a generous pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes, until comfortable to handle.
Place the cooked potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Using the flat side of a large spatula or the bottom of a glass, gently press down on each potato to flatten them to about 1/2-inch thick.
Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil, ensuring they are well coated. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried rosemary evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and browned.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the potatoes.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.1 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 102 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 3094 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.7 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 582 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 3851 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
