Parmesan Herb Crusted Red Potatoes
A simple, versatile, and family-friendly side dish – parmesan herb crusted red potatoes roast are packed with flavor and so easy to roast in the oven!
Every home cook needs at least a handful of tasty, simple side dishes in their arsenal, and these red potatoes deserve a spot in yours.
Now, I’m not going to pretend this is rocket science. Recipes for roasted red potatoes are a dime a dozen on the internet – like zebras in Kenya. (If you’ve ever been, you get it!) But this is my favorite, the one that made my husband stop and say, “hey, what did you do to these potatoes!?” So, I wanted to share it with you. 🙂
What makes these humble red potatoes stand out? Well, for starters, the taste and texture. Caked with parmesan, seasoned with thyme, rosemary, paprika, and garlic powder, then roasted to extra-crispy perfection, these potatoes are NOT just a dinnertime role-player. When you serve these, people are going to enjoy the side at least as much as the main dish.
As the cook, my heart also sings because these are SO EASY and HANDS-OFF. It annoys me, for some reason, when I’ve been working in the kitchen and have dinner mostly under control, but then remember I need to prep the salad or veggie or whatnot. I don’t know why, I guess I’m just lazy like that! So these potatoes stave off that momentary “ugh, I still have to…. ” feeling, because they roast away happily in the background.
Here’s how it goes: cut potatoes into cubes. (Don’t bother to peel.) Stir them up with all the seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet. Pop in the oven, and let the heat take it from there! When you pull out the baking sheet 30 minutes later, you’ll be greeted with crispy roasted potato perfection.
More Tasty Side Dish Ideas:
French Carrot Salad
5-Minute Arugula Parmesan Pine Nut Salad
Divine 1-Hour Breadsticks
Rosemary Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits
So that’s that! Remember these babies the next time you need a simple side dish. You won’t be disappointed, and neither will the hungry mouths that you’re feeding! ♥
Parmesan Herb Crusted Red Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 pound (about 500 grams) baby red potatoes
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (220 C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper; set aside.
- Clean potatoes and chop into roughly 1-inch pieces.
- Place potatoes in a large bowl, then add cheese, olive oil, paprika, rosemary, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat potatoes evenly with the oil and spices.
- Spread potatoes in a single, even layer on the baking sheet. Bake until crispy and golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
I’m all about these potatoes, the cheese, the herbs … oh my goodness they sound amazing!
I can see how crispy- crunchy that Parmesan on top is! Honestly , simple dishes are usually the most delicious and I agree with your husband, these potatoes must be so good!
I am actually curious to try this recipe with a different root vegetable, maybe carrots or turnips, It sounds like it would be delicious
That sounds delicious! If you try it, please come back and let us know how it turns out!
So obsessed with red potatoes! I’ve never added parmesan to them, though. Such a great and delicious idea!
Crispy potatoes are such a wonderful side dish for this time of year!
I totally get it when you say, you have the dinner all under control and suddenly you remember that the salad needs to be done! I was hosting this Friday and had exactly that moment just when I thought everything is almost done!
These potatoes look perfect and I love the face that the recipe is HANDS-OFF!! I am definitely going to remember these ‘babies’ when I am throwing a party next time!
Thanks for sharing!
Your pics left me drooling! Amazing recipe to try!
I groan too when I have to prepare an elaborate salad or side to go with the main dish! Pinning this recipe for later. I just know I’m going to make it. I’m always looking for easy sides!
OH these look amazing. I love those crisp edges. Nothing beats the salty Parmesan with the soft roasted potato flesh. This is definitely a must try.
I completely agree with you about roasted side dishes. It’s so nice that they just take care of themselves while we do something else. I can’t wait to try this combination of flavors. I love roasting potatoes, but have never added Parmesan cheese before. I can already tell that these are a keeper.
Thanks so much, Patti! It’s true – you can’t go wrong with Parmesan!
These potatoes look so delicious and so easy! Love the crispy edges and all those herbs! What a perfect side dish!
Thanks, Jenni! The crispy edges are definitely my favorite part. 🙂