Description
Crispy Parmesan Roasted Fingerling Potatoes are a delicious side dish featuring fingerling potatoes coated in a flavorful mixture of melted butter, olive oil, garlic and onion powders, kosher salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese. Roasted at a high temperature until golden and crispy on the outside, yet fluffy on the inside, these potatoes are expertly garnished with fresh parsley for an added burst of color and flavor. Perfect to accompany a variety of main dishes, they are easy to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasonings
- 2 pounds fingerling potatoes, cut in half
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Finely chopped parsley, optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for roasting the potatoes to a crispy perfection.
- Prepare Seasoning Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese, creating a flavorful coating for the potatoes.
- Coat Potatoes: Add the halved fingerling potatoes to the bowl and toss thoroughly to evenly coat each piece with the seasoned butter and cheese mixture.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated potatoes out in a single layer with the cut side facing down on a large baking sheet; this helps achieve a golden, crispy surface.
- Roast Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they become fork-tender and develop a golden-brown color.
- Flip and Continue Roasting: Carefully flip the potatoes to the other side and roast for an additional 5 minutes to crisp up the other side evenly.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the potatoes from the oven and, while still hot, sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley for a bright, fresh touch.
- Serve: Serve the crispy Parmesan roasted fingerling potatoes hot as a versatile side dish to complement any meal.
Notes
- Ensure the potatoes are arranged in a single layer on the baking sheet to promote even roasting and maximum crispiness.
- Using fingerling potatoes enhances the visual appeal and texture, but you can substitute with small baby potatoes if preferred.
- Feel free to adjust garlic and onion powder amounts to suit your taste preferences.
- For extra crispiness, avoid covering the baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Parmesan cheese can be replaced with a vegetarian hard cheese alternative if needed for dietary restrictions.
- Leftover potatoes can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness rather than the microwave.