Smashed Potatoes with Goat Cheese Chives
Crispy, creamy, and bursting with flavor, these Smashed Potatoes with Goat Cheese and Chives are a must-try side dish or appetizer that effortlessly elevates any meal. Made with tender baby Yukon Gold potatoes that are boiled, smashed, and roasted to golden perfection, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch. The real magic happens when the warm potatoes are topped with tangy, creamy goat cheese, fresh, aromatic chives, and a hint of optional lemon zest for a zesty finish. This easy-to-make dish is seasoned simply with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, letting the vibrant flavors shine through. Perfect for dinner parties or everyday comfort food cravings, these smashed potatoes are ready in under an hour and pair beautifully with everything from roasted meats to fresh salads.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Baby Yukon Gold potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 4 ounces Goat cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Place the baby Yukon Gold potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool slightly for 5 minutes until they are easier to handle.
Transfer the potatoes onto the prepared baking sheet. Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently press each potato to flatten it to about 1/2-inch thick.
Drizzle the flattened potatoes with olive oil, ensuring each potato is evenly coated. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately top the potatoes with crumbled goat cheese while they are still warm so the cheese softens slightly.
Finish by garnishing the smashed potatoes with chopped fresh chives and an optional sprinkle of lemon zest for a bright pop of flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy as a side dish or appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.1 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2930 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.1 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 34.5 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 259 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 3013 mg | 64% | |
*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.
