Description

Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes are a quick and irresistible side dish featuring golden, cheesy crusted potatoes roasted to perfection. With just a handful of ingredients, these potatoes deliver big flavor: tender on the inside, crisp and cheesy outside. Ideal for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce.

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

1 1/2 pounds small potatoes (1 to 1.5 inch diameter), cut in half
2 tablespoons oil, divided
Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Parmesan Crust

1 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated

Optional Dipping Sauce (Gochujang Mayo)

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste) or sriracha

Optional Garnish & Seasoning Variations

Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Optional spices or seasoning blends (such as cajun, taco, Italian seasoning, chili powder, paprika, oregano, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, etc.)

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Instructions

Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush 1 tablespoon of oil onto the bottom of a baking dish or large ovenproof skillet. Sprinkle the grated parmesan evenly over the oiled surface.
Toss the Potatoes: In a bowl, toss the halved potatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, salt, and pepper. (If you’re adding extra seasonings or spices, mix those in now.)
Arrange Potatoes: Press each potato half (cut side down) firmly into the parmesan mixture in the baking dish, making sure each piece is well coated and has contact with the cheese.
Roast: Place the dish in the preheated oven. Roast for 20–25 minutes, or until the parmesan crust is golden brown and crispy, and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Cool & Serve: Remove from the oven and allow potatoes to cool in the pan for at least 5 minutes. Gently break them apart and transfer to a serving plate.
Optional: Prepare Dipping Sauce: For a spicy dipping sauce, mix together 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon gochujang or sriracha.
Garnish & Enjoy: Sprinkle potatoes with chopped parsley if desired, and serve with the dipping sauce on the side.

Notes

Try other seasoning blends for different flavor profiles—such as Italian herbs, chili powder, or smoky paprika.
Use parchment paper for easier cleanup if desired.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure crispy parmesan crust.
These potatoes are best enjoyed fresh for maximum crispiness.
Swap gochujang for your favorite hot sauce in the mayo dip.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Side-dishes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American, Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: approx. 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 303
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 398mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 19mg