Description
This Roasted Baby Potatoes recipe features tender, flavorful baby potatoes with a crispy golden-brown exterior, seasoned with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Roasted at a high temperature of 450°F, these potatoes make a perfect side dish for any meal, offering a blend of crispiness and fluffiness that appeals to all palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasonings
- 2 ½ pounds baby potatoes, cleaned and cut in half
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. The high temperature ensures crispy exteriors and fluffy interiors, while the parchment paper prevents sticking and eases cleanup.
- Season Potatoes: Place the halved baby potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over them, then sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper evenly. Use your hands to toss and coat each potato half thoroughly with the oil and seasonings, ensuring an even flavor and crispiness.
- Roast: Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast the potatoes for about 20 minutes. During roasting, the potatoes should become fork-tender and develop a beautiful golden-brown, crispy exterior. To ensure even cooking, you may rotate the pan halfway through but avoid flipping the potatoes to protect the crisp surface.
Notes
- For best crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet so the potatoes roast evenly.
- You can add fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme for additional flavor.
- Use baby potatoes with similar sizes to ensure uniform cooking.
- Leftovers reheat well in a hot oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste preferences.
