Crispy Roasted Potatoes
Best Crispy Potatoes Recipe – These oven roasted potatoes are perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside! Toss them with your choice of flavorful seasonings for a delicious side dish to compliment any meal.
Why We Love This Crispy Roasted Potatoes Recipe
Any satisfying midweek meal is made complete with crispy potatoes as the side dish… And while we have all sorts of fabulous potato recipes on the site (like fun ribbon fries and crunchy baked hash browns) this classic Oven Roasted Crispy Potatoes recipe is a surefire winner to pair with nearly any entree!
Here we are using a simple combination of small tender baby potatoes cut in half or quarters, then tossed with herbs and our “secret combination” of cornstarch and baking soda. The baking soda helps pull the moisture out of the potatoes as they cook to create a fluffy interior and dry crispy exterior. And the addition of cornstarch gives the potato skins a lovely crispy texture.
We’ve seasoned the potatoes with a classic blend of Italian seasoning, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper… But you can mix things up with various spices to suit your tastes.
However you choose to season them, this easy recipe comes together in minutes. Then pop in the oven while you prep your main dish, protein, and a salad, and ta-da, dinner is served!
Ingredients You Need
- Potatoes – like mini baby Dutch yellow, yukon gold potatoes, or small red potatoes
- Cornstarch and baking soda – sifted or stirred well to remove any clumps
- Italian seasoning – homemade Italian seasoning or store-bought
- Spices – sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder
- Olive oil – or other high-heat oil for roasting, like avocado or canola oil
How to Make Crispy Potatoes in the Oven
- Preheat the oven and set out a large rimmed baking sheet, a large mixing bowl, and a small bowl. Cut the potatoes into halves (or quarters for the larger potatoes) so they’re all close to the same size.
- Next, place the chopped potatoes in the large bowl. Pour the olive oil over the top of the potatoes and toss well to coat.
- In the small bowl, combine the cornstarch, baking soda, and spices. Mix well.
- Then sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the top of the potatoes and toss well to coat.
- Drizzle the remaining oil over the baking sheet and spread the potatoes out in an even layer.
- Roast the seasoned potatoes in the oven for 15 minutes. Then carefully flip them over and roast for another 5 to 10 minutes, until fork tender.
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Recipe Variations
As-is, this best roasted potatoes recipe has plenty of robust Italian-inspired flavors. But feel free to change things up with whatever seasonings you like!
With just a few swaps of spices, you can customize the recipe to complement any meal… Try replacing Italian seasoning with any of these tasty options:
- Tex-Mex – Use adobo seasoning or our Papas Bravas (Mexican potatoes) seasoning to make crispy potatoes that are smoky and savory.
- Cajun – Give the potatoes some down-home southern flavor with a kick by coating them in a homemade Creole/Cajun spice blend.
- Ranch seasoning – Adding a packet of ranch dressing seasoning mix is a family favorite for tangy potatoes with some retro flair.
- Other dried herbs – Use a pinch of dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, and/or sage, as you like to keep things simple but cozy and flavorful.
Serving Suggestions
Here, I show the potatoes with a simple parsley garnish. But feel free to drizzle them with ranch dressing, queso cheese, tzatziki sauce, or sour cream for some nice creaminess to balance the crispy potatoes!
They’re also fantastic to top like baked potatoes and load up with savory goodies like shredded cheese, bacon bits, and chopped green onions.
After topping them just the way you like, serve warm oven roasted potatoes with any down-home cooked favorites! They pair well with classic comfort food main dishes, like:
- Porterhouse, Bone-In Ribeye, or other tender steaks
- Roman Chicken with Peppers and Onions
- Smoked Chicken or Grilled Chicken
- Zesty Greek Chicken
- Sous Vide Pork Chops or Smoked Pork Chops
Frequently Asked Questions
Be sure to coat the potatoes in the oil and spices thoroughly, and spread them evenly on the baking sheet in a single layer. For the crispiest potatoes it’s important to not overcrowd the pan! If the potatoes are touching or overlap, too much moisture builds up and causes the potatoes to get soggy.
Cool the leftovers completely before transferring the roasted potatoes to an airtight container. They’ll keep well for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
You sure can! Let them cool before transfer to a freezer-safe sealed container or plastic ziploc bag. Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Spread the potatoes out on a prepared baking sheet and re-roast them for 10-15 minutes, flipping them over once halfway through cooking. You can also reheat them in an air fryer, similar to french fries.
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- Russet Potatoes 101
- Pomme Puree (French Mashed Potatoes)
Crispy Roasted Potatoes Recipe
Video
Ingredients
- 3 pounds mini potatoes I used baby Dutch yellow potatoes
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons sea salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ cup olive oil divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Set out a large rimmed baking sheet, a large mixing bowl, and a small bowl. If there are potatoes smaller than 1-inch you can leave them whole. Otherwise, cut the potatoes into halves (or even quarters for the larger potatoes) so they're all close to the same size.
- Place the chopped potatoes in the mixing bowl. Pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the top of potatoes and toss well to coat.
- In the small bowl, combined the cornstarch, Italian seasoning, salt, baking soda, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
- Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the top of the potatoes and toss well to coat.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil over the baking sheet. Spread the potatoes out in an even layer baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes. Then carefully flip the potatoes over and roast for another 5 to 10 minutes until fork tender.
- Serve warm as-is or with garnishes or sauces!
Notes
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- Tex-Mex – Use adobo seasoning or our Papas Bravas (Mexican potatoes) seasoning to make crispy potatoes that are smoky and savory.
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- Cajun – Give the potatoes some down-home southern flavor with a kick by coating them in a homemade Creole/Cajun spice blend.
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- Ranch seasoning – Adding a packet of tangy ranch dressing seasoning mix is a family favorite for tangy potatoes with some retro flair.
- Other dried herbs – Use a pinch of dried thyme, rosemary, oregano and/or sage as you like to keep things simple but vibrant.
I made these for dinner the other night and they were both easy and delicious! I can’t wait to make them for my family for Thanksgiving this year. 5 stars!!
Quick easy recipe. I made them exactly as your recipe stays and they are great. I left them in my oven an extra 5 minutes and they’re nice and crisp.
This was an easy recipe, and my potatoes were in fact very crispy. I will definitely be making these again!
My family loves these potatoes! We make them at least once a week!!