Microwave Lyonaisse Potatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these quick and delicious Microwave Lyonnaise Potatoes—a modern twist on a French classic that you can whip up in just 15 minutes! Thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes and sweet yellow onions are layered with fragrant garlic powder, dried thyme, and a drizzle of olive oil, then softened to perfection in the microwave. A dash of butter adds richness, while a fresh parsley garnish provides a vibrant, herbaceous finish. This time-saving recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or effortless entertaining, bringing you all the comforting flavors of a traditional Lyonnaise dish without the need for stovetop cooking. Simple, flavorful, and beautifully soft, these potatoes are guaranteed to steal the show at your next meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried thyme
- 0.75 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and slice them into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick. Set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the onion into rings.
In a microwave-safe dish with a lid, spread 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter evenly across the bottom.
Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the dish, followed by half of the onion slices. Sprinkle with half of the garlic powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Repeat the layers with the remaining potatoes, onions, and seasonings.
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the top and add 2 tablespoons of water to the dish.
Cover the dish with its lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap, ensuring a small corner is vented to allow steam to escape.
Microwave on high for 10-12 minutes, stopping every 5 minutes to stir gently. Check that the potatoes are tender by piercing them with a fork; if needed, microwave for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Let the dish sit for 2-3 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1911 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3669 mg | 78% | |
*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.
