Ranch Smashed Potatoes
Elevate your potato game with these irresistibly crispy Ranch Smashed Potatoes! This easy side dish combines creamy, fork-tender baby potatoes with a flavorful blend of ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and a hint of black pepper, all roasted to golden perfection. Drizzled with olive oil and baked until the edges turn delightfully crunchy, these potatoes are a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. With just 10 minutes of prep and the option to garnish with fresh parsley, this quick recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Whether you’re serving them alongside roasted chicken or as a stand-alone snack, these ranch-seasoned smashed potatoes are pure comfort food bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the baby potatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart.
Drain the potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes until safe to handle.
Place the cooked potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out so they aren't overlapping.
Use the bottom of a glass, a flat spatula, or a potato masher to gently press down on each potato, smashing them to about half an inch thick.
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the smashed potatoes, making sure each one is coated.
In a small bowl, mix together the ranch seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the potatoes.
Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes.
If desired, garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your crispy Ranch Smashed Potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.9 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3743 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.6 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 17.0 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2878 mg | 61% | |
*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.
