Quick and Easy Skillet Potato Halves
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible recipe for Quick and Easy Skillet Potato Halves! In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy perfectly golden brown, crispy baby potatoes infused with the aromatic flavors of fresh thyme, garlic, and olive oil. This one-pan wonder combines the buttery richness of lightly seared potatoes with a hint of herbs and spices, making it an ideal side dish for nearly any meal. The simple technique of skillet cooking ensures that each potato half achieves a beautifully caramelized crust while remaining tender on the inside. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and extra flavor, and watch this dish become a staple at your table. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this quick potato recipe is as easy as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and scrub the baby potatoes thoroughly. Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and unsalted butter.
Once the butter is melted and starts to sizzle, place the potato halves in the skillet cut side down. Arrange them in a single layer and avoid overcrowding the pan.
Allow the potatoes to cook undisturbed for 8-10 minutes, or until the cut sides are golden brown and crispy.
While the potatoes are cooking, mince the garlic cloves.
Once the potatoes are golden, flip them over gently using tongs. Sprinkle with minced garlic, fresh thyme, salt, and ground black pepper.
Continue cooking the potatoes on the skin side for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the garlic doesn't burn.
Check the potatoes with a fork for tenderness. If needed, lower the heat and cook for a few more minutes until they are fully tender.
Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.7 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 495 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 18 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 549 mg | 12% | |
*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.
