Description
Crispy Garlic Butter Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are a delicious side dish or appetizer. They feature crunchy edges and a fluffy center with bold garlic-parmesan flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs baby potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Optional pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Place the baby potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15–20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and steam dry for 5 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease.
- Transfer potatoes to the baking sheet. Gently smash each potato using a masher or flat-bottomed glass to about 1/2 inch thick.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, olive oil, and garlic. Brush generously over each smashed potato.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until edges are golden brown and crispy, rotating tray halfway through.
- Sprinkle Parmesan over the potatoes during the last 5 minutes of baking. Return to oven until cheese is melted and golden.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust garlic according to your taste.
- For extra spice, add red pepper flakes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg