Description
Baked Garlic Butter Potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish featuring tender baby potatoes coated in a flavorful mixture of melted butter, garlic, herbs, and spices, then baked to golden perfection. This recipe yields crispy, savory potatoes perfect for complementing any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
Seasoning & Butter Mixture
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Garnish (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare it for roasting the potatoes.
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and paprika until well combined, creating a flavorful coating for the potatoes.
- Coat Potatoes: Add the halved baby potatoes to the bowl and toss thoroughly to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the butter and seasoning mixture.
- Arrange for Baking: Spread the potatoes cut-side down in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Make sure they are spaced out well to avoid overcrowding for maximum crispiness.
- Bake Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through to promote even browning and a crisp exterior.
- Garnish and Serve: Once golden brown and tender, remove the potatoes from the oven; sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispy potatoes, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to allow proper air circulation.
- You can substitute baby potatoes with Yukon gold or red potatoes if preferred.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes to the seasoning mix for a spicy kick.
