Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Recipe
Parmesan crusted potatoes are baked perfectly into a golden brown with a crispy bottom while the inside is tender and fluffy. The combination of melted butter and freshly grated parmesan cheese creates a rich and savory coating for the potatoes. The addition of spices like Italian seasoning and paprika gives the potatoes a delicious flavor boost.
This ultimate homemade baked potato recipe is absolutely tasty and easy to make with simple ingredients. These fluffy and flavorful potatoes are great when served with Baked Cod, Skillet Garlic Butter Steak, or Parmesan Baked Chicken Breast as a side dish for dinner. They also make the best appetizer that everyone enjoys.
Why This Recipe Works
The home-baked parmesan crusted potatoes recipe requires simple ingredients that are easily accessible and requires minimal prep time. It’s also a one-pan dish that is easy to clean up.
It’s a versatile recipe. These potatoes can be served as a side dish with any main course, or as a snack. They are suitable for both casual and formal occasions.
You can easily adjust the spices and seasonings to suit your personal preferences or add ingredients like garlic powder or herbs to add extra flavor.
Recipe Ingredients
This savory parmesan crusted potatoes recipe calls for the following ingredients.
- Small potatoes
- Butter
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika
How To Make Parmesan Crusted Potatoes?
First, boil the potatoes for 5 minutes until slightly tender in the center. Cut into halves and set aside.
Next, combine and mix melted butter, half of the grated cheese, salt, ground black pepper, Italian seasoning and paprika in a bowl. Pour the mixture into a baking tray and distribute evenly with a brush or your hand.
Finally, place the potatoes onto the baking tray in a single layer with the cut side face down. Sprinkling more grated parmesan cheese on top and bake for 15 minutes until crispy and golden brown on the bottom. Serve immediately with some fresh herbs on top as an option.
Tips
For the best result, please follow my tips below.
- Boil the potatoes for 5 minutes before baking them in the oven. It helps to cook the potatoes evenly and reduces the baking time.
- Choose the right potatoes: Use small potatoes, such as baby potatoes or fingerlings, as they will cook evenly and give you a crispy exterior.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.
- Seasoning with Italian seasoning and paprika will add a deep flavor to the final dish.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it’s best to use fresh potatoes for this recipe. Frozen potatoes can become mushy when baked.
Yes, you can use any hard and grated cheese, such as Pecorino Romano, Asiago, or Gruyere, in place of parmesan cheese.
How Many Calories Per Serving?
This recipe has 158 calories per serving.
Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
Easy and quick Parmesan Crusted Potatoes take 10 minutes to prepare and are served perfectly as a side dish for dinner. The potatoes are crispy on the bottom while the inside is soft and tender.
Ingredients
- 1 lb small potatoes
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter melted
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Directions
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1
Preheat oven to 400°F (205C°).
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Fill a saucepan halfway with water, add potatoes and boil for 5 minutes, drain and remove to a cutting board. Cut the potatoes in halves and set aside.
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3
Combine melted butter, half of the grated cheese, salt, ground black pepper, Italian seasoning and paprika in a bowl, mix well. Pour into a 9"x9" square baking tray and evenly distribute the mixture with a brush.
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4
Transfer the potatoes onto the baking tray in a single layer with the cut-side face down. Spread the rest of the parmesan cheese on top of the potatoes. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and tender from the inside.
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Serve immediately with more grated parmesan cheese on top if desired.
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Recipe Notes
Recipe adapted: Allrecipes
Tips:
- Boil the potatoes for 5 minutes before baking them in the oven. It helps to cook the potatoes evenly and reduces the baking time.
- Choose the right potatoes: Use small potatoes, such as baby potatoes or fingerlings, as they will cook evenly and give you a crispy exterior.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture.
- Seasoning with Italian seasoning and paprika will add a deep flavor to the final dish.
