Garlic Parmesan Potatoes are bite-size, cheesy, delicious, and seasoned perfectly for an easy side dish recipe. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these potatoes are great served with steak, chicken and pork.
Potatoes are the classic side dish. I think we can all agree on that. You can prepare them in all kinds of ways, and they can be served with almost any main dish you can think of. I love them baked, mashed, twice-baked, roasted – any way you can make them, really. Just like practically every cook in the world, I’ve been making potatoes since I started cooking, and one of my favorite potato dishes to make is these garlic parmesan potatoes. These tasty potatoes have a flavor and texture that’s a perfect side dish, and they’re super easy and fast to make. That’s a winning combo in my recipe book.
Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
This delicious recipe starts with baby Yukon potatoes for a rich flavor and texture. Then, they’re tossed with melted butter, parmesan cheese, and zesty seasonings. It’s a recipe that takes classic roasted potatoes and kicks it up with just a beat of heat and of course, cheese. I love to make these potatoes when I don’t have a lot of time, but I need something delicious. They’re so quick and easy, and I serve them with pretty much everything.
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Parmesan Potato Recipe
- They make a delicious side dish or appetizer.
- They’re easy to make and only use a few simple ingredients.
- They’re tender and flavorful and pair nicely with a wide variety of main dishes.
Tips
- It’s important to use baby potatoes so they cook in the required time.
- Be sure your parmesan mixture is a paste consistency so it creates a nice, crispy base for the potatoes.
Variations
- I love Yukon Gold potatoes for this recipe, but you can red potatoes or use your favorite potato variety.
- For a more classic flavor, omit the Slap Ya Mama seasoning.
- For a spicier take, add a bit of cayenne pepper.
What to Serve with Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
These potatoes pair well with almost any main dish. They also make a great appetizer. Pair it with:
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Pork
- Beef
- Roasted or steamed vegetables
- Casseroles
Recipe FAQ
What pairs well with potatoes?
Potatoes pair well with a wide variety of other flavors including:
- Bacon
- Onions
- Eggs
- Garlic
- Curry
- Beef
- Cheese
- Chicken
- Pork
- Sour cream
How long will garlic parmesan potatoes last in the fridge?
They’ll last for about 4 days in an airtight container.
Do you have to peel potatoes before roasting?
No. In fact, you shouldn’t. The skin adds extra flavor to the potatoes.
How do you keep potatoes from getting brown?
To keep your potatoes from turning brown while peeling or otherwise working with them, submerge them completely in water.
Can you freeze leftovers?
You sure can. However, only freeze potatoes that have been cooked or partially cooked. Raw potatoes are full of water, and the freezing process will result in mushy, grainy potatoes.
How to Store and Reheat Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Store these potatoes in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them in an air-tight, freezer- safe container for up to 3 months.
To reheat the potatoes, simply microwave them at 30-second intervals until heated through.
Garlic Parmesan Potatoes Ingredients
This recipe only uses a handful of simple ingredients that you’ll easily find at your local grocery store.
- Baby Yukon potatoes
- Butter
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Black pepper
- Slap Ya Mama
- Garlic salt
- Dried parsley flakes
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Making this recipe is as easy as shopping for the ingredients. It only takes a few minutes and a few simple steps!
Step 1: Prep
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Then, wash the potatoes and cut them in half.
Step 2: Make the Parmesan Base
Pour the melted butter into a 9×13 baking dish and add the parmesan cheese and seasonings. Stir until fully incorporated and it’s the consistency of paste.
Step 3: Bake
Place the potatoes in a single layer on top of the parmesan mixture and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender and the bottoms are crispy.
Try These Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes Today
These delicious roasted potatoes are so easy to make and so full of flavor. They’re quick and easy, and they make a great side dish or appetizer. Give this recipe a try, and I know you’ll find yourself making these potatoes again and again. You’ll have to because everyone will be asking for them all the time.
More Delicious Potato Recipes You’ll Enjoy
Broccoli Mashed Potato Bake – This recipe takes two classic side dishes and turns them into one super side, and is loaded with broccoli, mashed potatoes, bacon and cheese.
Cheesy Funeral Potatoes – An easy side dish loaded with shredded potatoes, two types of cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream and seasoned perfectly. Topped with a crispy Ritz cracker topping.
Potato Salad – A classic potato salad side dish with tender potatoes, dill pickles, celery, onions, eggs, seasoning all in a creamy mayo and mustard creamy base. So delicious!
And, here are some Cheesy Garlic Scalloped Potatoes, from Great Grub, Delicious Treats, that you will enjoy as well.
Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 pound baby Yukon potatoes
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°.
- Wash potatoes and cut in half.
- Pour melted butter into a 9×13 baking dish and add in parmesan cheese and seasonings. Stir until fully incorporated. It should be the consistency of a paste.
- Place potatoes in a single layer on top of parmesan mixture, cut side down, and sprinkle with parsley flakes.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until potatoes are tender and bottoms are crispy.
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