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These Crispy Garlic Roasted Potatoes are a must-try side dish! With their buttery, garlicky flavor, fluffy insides, and golden, crispy edges, they’ll complement any meal—whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or something a bit more special. Plus, everything comes together on one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Simple, delicious, and perfect every time, this recipe is destined to become a family favorite!
What Sets These Roasted Potatoes Apart?
What sets this Crispy Garlic Roasted Potatoes recipe apart? Simplicity, versatility, and flavor! These potatoes are a foolproof side dish, ready to elevate any meal—from tender Garlic Herb Roast Chicken to a rich, browned butter steak. By blending tried-and-true techniques with a garlicky twist, this recipe takes the ordinary to the extraordinary. Golden, crispy, and bursting with flavor, it’s a family favorite in the making!
Crispy Garlic Potatoes: Key Ingredients
The secret to these Crispy Garlic Potatoes is in the ingredients. Fresh garlic adds bold flavor, golden potatoes bring fluffy insides, and butter ensures perfectly crispy edges. Simple staples, extraordinary results:
- Potatoes: Opt for golden or Yukon Gold potatoes—they strike the perfect balance between a creamy interior and crispy exterior, that’s exactly why I used them for this Crispy Garlic Butter Parmesan Smashed Potatoes. When buying, look for firm potatoes without green spots or sprouts, as these can affect flavor and texture. Size-wise, medium potatoes are ideal for even cooking.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic is the key to bold flavor. Choose heads that are firm, with tight, unblemished skin. Avoid any bulbs that feel soft or have started sprouting. For easy peeling, lightly crush the cloves with the flat side of a knife before removing the skin.
- Parsley: Flat-leaf parsley (Italian parsley) is your best choice for vibrant, fresh flavor. Look for bright green leaves with no wilting or yellowing. Wash and pat dry before chopping to avoid soggy herbs in the dish. It’s the final flourish that brings everything together!
*Note: Please see Recipe Card at the bottom for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Additions And Substitutions
When it comes to oven-baked garlic potatoes, simplicity is key. Missing an ingredient? Don’t worry—easy swaps will keep the garlicky goodness intact!
- Salt: Sea salt makes all the difference here, adding that perfect hit of flavor and enhancing the crispy texture. If you don’t have sea salt, kosher salt is an excellent alternative. Avoid table salt if you can—it just doesn’t give the same oomph!
- Herbs: Not a parsley fan? No problem! Swap it out for fresh rosemary, thyme, or basil for a different twist. Dried herbs work well too, but use them sparingly—about 2 teaspoons should do the trick.
- Potatoes: Want something different? Sweet potatoes bring a deliciously unexpected sweetness to the table just as I did with these Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes With Parmesan. To peel or not to peel? It’s totally up to you!
Perfect Garlic Roasted Potatoes: Step-By-Step
Let’s get started! With just a few simple steps, you’ll have perfectly crispy garlic roasted potatoes ready to impress. Let’s dive right in!
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking sheet or tray with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Season the Potatoes: Arrange the potatoes on the sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with oil, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic. Toss well to ensure they’re evenly coated.
- Roast to Perfection: Place the tray in the oven and roast, flipping the potatoes occasionally. Cook until they’re perfectly crispy and golden all over.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and season with a touch more salt and pepper, if needed. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately while hot!
These crispy garlic roasted potatoes are the perfect match for just about anything! Pair them with Prime Rib Roast, Pork Tenderloin, or even Firecracker Salmon for a mouthwatering meal. Craving something heartier? Try them alongside Chicken Parmesan, Oven BBQ Ribs, or a tender Beef Brisket.
For a creative twist, load them up with sour cream, crispy bacon, chives, melted cheese, or even slow-cooked pulled pork. The possibilities are endless—don’t be afraid to make this dish your own!
Recipe FAQ’s
For perfectly crispy and golden potatoes, roast at 400°F (200°C) for 45-55 minutes, flipping them occasionally. If you prefer to adjust the cooking time, refer to this guide:
350°F (175°C): 65-75 minutes
375°F (190°C): 55-65 minutes
450°F (230°C): 35-45 minutes
Arrange them in a single layer on the baking tray to prevent steaming. Tossing them occasionally during roasting ensures even crispness.
It’s completely up to you! Skin-on potatoes like Yukon Gold or red add great texture and flavor, but peeling works better for white or russet potatoes if you prefer a smoother finish.
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Garlic Roasted Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons garlic or 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
HOW TO ROAST POTATOES
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking sheet or tray with cooking oil spray.
- Arrange potatoes on sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with the oil and season with salt, pepper and garlic. Toss so potatoes are evenly seasoned.
- Roast in the oven for 45-55 minutes while flipping occasionally, until crisp and golden.
- Remove the potatoes from the oven and season with a little extra salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle over with parsley and serve immediately!
Notes
- Try using red potatoes with the skin on for extra crispy potato skins!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
They turned out great! Easy, will definitely use this again!
These came out amazing! Thank you!
Best potatoes ever. We poured the juice from the jar the minced garlic came in all over the potatoes before cooking them and tossed them a couple times before end of cooking time and I can’t believe how good they were. My grandson wants them everyday. Thank you and we will be enjoying this recipe forever. ❤️🔥
I’ve made these in the past but put the olive oil, garlic, sea salt and pepper in a bowl , mixed them then added the potatoes and mixed fully coat them before placing them on a baking sheet. Turned out great each time.
I have made this many times and it is delicious. However if you really want to add more flavor, roughly cut up an onion and separate the pieces and toss through the potatoes as well…cook the same.
Very delicious and they turned out great!
They were a little bit too salty for me, so I suggest adding 1 3/4 teaspoon instead.
To make it easier, I also suggest just mixing the oil, garlic, salt and pepper in a separate bowl and toss the potatoes with it before transferring to a baking tray.
Great job! My family loves this recipe.
Our high speed version of this is:
Slice the potatoes about ¼ inch thick
Microwave the slices, fully cooked.
Oil the potatoes in the microwave dish and sprinkle with Herbs de Provence
Don’t use the oven, fry them a in non stick skillet. Besides browning them much faster, frying brown them more evenly. When almost done, add more oil & finely chopped garlic and toss the potatoes in the garlic flavored oil