Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes: The Perfect Side Dish
Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, buttery, garlicky, and covered in a golden parmesan crust — these Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes are the side dish that steals the whole show.
They pair with anything: chicken, steak, seafood, holiday dinners, or even as a snack with dipping sauce.
Simple, inexpensive, and incredibly addictive.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy bottoms + creamy centers
- Only a few ingredients
- Oven-baked, no frying
- Crowd-pleasing flavors
- Pairs with almost any main dish
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes (gold or red)
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳 How to Make It
1. Prep the Potatoes
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Wash baby potatoes and cut them in half.
- Pat dry to help them crisp.
2. Prepare the Parmesan Crust
In a small bowl mix:
- Parmesan
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika
- Salt & pepper
3. Create the Crispy Layer
- Pour melted butter + olive oil onto a large baking sheet.
- Sprinkle the parmesan mixture evenly across the sheet.
- Press each potato half cut-side down into the cheese mixture.
4. Bake Until Crispy
Bake 30–40 minutes, or until the bottoms are deep golden and crispy.
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5. Serve
Let them cool 3 minutes so the crust sets, then lift gently with a spatula.
Top with parsley and serve warm.
⭐ Tips for the Crispiest Potatoes
- Press the potatoes firmly into the cheese
- Don’t use shredded cheese — only grated
- Don’t move the potatoes while baking
- Use high heat (425°F minimum)
- Dry the potatoes after washing
🥡 Storage
- Fridge: 3–4 days
- Reheat: Air fryer 5–6 minutes (best method)
- Freezing not recommended — texture softens
📌 Categories
- Side Dishes
- Potato Recipes
- Comfort Food
- Holiday Recipes
- Crowd-Pleasing Recipes
