Potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser, but these Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes are golden, crispy, and will melt in your mouth, making them an instant favorite with kids and adults. With only a few ingredients, you'll have a casserole dish full of the best ever potatoes!
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Why These Are The BEST Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes You'll Ever Make
- Ease of Preparation: With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, these potatoes make for a low-maintenance yet impressive side dish.
- Flavorful and Versatile: Parmesan cheese crust adds a deliciously nutty flavor that enhances the natural taste of baby potatoes.
- Satisfying Texture: The crispy Parmesan crust provides a delightful contrast to the creamy, buttery potato interior.
- Appeal to All Ages: Kids and adults alike will enjoy this dish, making it perfect for gatherings with family and friends.
Ingredient Notes
These crispy parmesan crusted potatoes require a few simple ingredients:
- Potatoes: I use yellow baby potatoes but have also made this recipe with fingerling potatoes
- Grated Parmesan
- Salted Butter
- Sazon Seasoning: This is the secret ingredient! If you don't have any, you can make your own, or buy some at any grocery store!
- Salt and Pepper
Step-By-Step Instructions To Make Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes
Use a sheet pan or casserole dish that has higher sides (so that the butter doesn't spill over when you're trying to move it). Add the butter and put it into the oven at 450 degrees F for 3 minutes (just until the butter is melted and a little frothy).
Once your butter has melted, remove from the oven and add all seasonings to the butter. Optionally, you can spice things up with a pinch of crushed red chili flakes. Mix everything together in the dish.
Wash and slice your baby potatoes in half. I quartered some of the bigger ones. Then, use a sharp knife to slice a grid on the flesh of each potato. This will help the butter and parmesan get into all the nooks and crannies of each potato!
Sprinkle grated parmesan into your dish. Mix well with butter and spices.
Add potatoes cut side down to the dish and brush with the mixture on the bottom of the pan. You want every potato coated with the butter.
Add your dish to the oven that's been preheated to 450 degrees F. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until you see the tops of the potatoes get wrinkly (like the picture below). Remove from the oven, let cool slightly before transferring to a serving dish (or serve straight from the baking dish)!
Frequently Asked Questions About Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes
1. Can I use different types of cheese?
Yes, you can experiment with different hard cheeses like Pecorino Romano for a slightly sharper flavor, but Parmesan is ideal for its mild nuttiness and easy melting properties.
2. Can I make this dish vegan?
To make a vegan version, substitute Parmesan with a vegan cheese that melts well. Nutritional yeast can also provide a similar flavor, though it won’t create as crispy a crust.
3. How do I store leftovers?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes to retain their crispiness.
Top Tips
For extra crispy potatoes: If you have some time to spare, submerge your baby potatoes in a bowl of water with several ice cubes. This brings the starch to the surface and will ultimately give you crispier potatoes!
Bake Last-Minute: For the crispiest texture, bake the potatoes just before serving. This ensures they’ll be hot, crispy, and at their best when they reach the table.
Other Sides That You'll Love
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts: A classic side dish with a crispy exterior and tender center, perfect for pairing with Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes.
With minimal ingredients and a quick cooking time, Parmesan Crusted Baby Potatoes are bound to become a favorite side dish that your family will request year after year.
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Printable Recipe
The Best and Crispiest Parmesan Crusted Potatoes
Equipment
- Pastry Brush
- Rubber spatula or mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb baby potatoes (halved)
- 4 tablespoon salted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon sazon seasoning
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- pinch of crushed red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F. Melt butter in a casserole dish for 3 minutes (just until the butter is melted and a little frothy).
- Remove the casserole dish from the oven and add all seasonings to the butter. Optionally, you can spice things up with a pinch of crushed red chili flakes. Mix everything together in the dish with a spoon.
- Set the casserole dish aside. Score the cut side of your halved baby potatoes in a grid pattern.
- Add grated parmesan cheese to your casserole dish with melted butter and seasoning. Place each halved potato cut side down into the butter mixture.
- Use the excess butter mixture from the bottom of the casserole dish and brush over your potatoes.
- Return your potatoes to the heated oven (450 degrees F) and bake for 20-25 minutes until the potato skins are wrinkly.
- Serve immediately!
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