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The Best Ultra Crispy Oven Roasted Potatoes

A pile of golden brown, crispy oven roasted potatoes stacked high on a white plate.
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You can make potatoes that are perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside using this simple oven roasting method. This easy potato side dish works for weeknight meals or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs Yukon Gold or Red Potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold, salted water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes for 8 minutes. You want them slightly tender but not falling apart.
  2. Drain the potatoes completely in a colander. Let them sit for 5 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
  3. Gently shake the colander for about 30 seconds. This roughs up the edges of the potatoes, which creates more surface area for crisping.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, melted butter, kosher salt, pepper, garlic powder, rosemary, and thyme. Add the roughed-up potatoes to the bowl and toss gently until every piece is well coated.
  5. Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary for maximum crispiness.
  6. Roast for 20 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven, flip the potatoes using a spatula, and return them to the oven.
  7. Continue roasting for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are deep golden brown and perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy inside.
  8. Serve your perfectly cooked potatoes immediately as an easy side dish.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add 4 cloves of minced fresh garlic during the last 10 minutes of roasting.
  • If you are using baby potatoes, you may skip the par-boiling step, but ensure they are cut in half for even cooking.
  • Do not skip shaking the colander; this step is key to achieving that desired crispy exterior.

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