Seasoned Oven Roasted Potatoes

Seasoned Oven Roasted Potatoes are the perfect savory side or snack! Simply slice the potatoes, drizzle them with olive oil, sprinkle on the seasonings, and roast them until golden crisp. Serve with your favorite dip, or enjoy them all on their own--they're just that darn good.

It's hard to think of a salty crisp, oven baked treat more satisfying than seasoned roasted potatoes.

Not only are they easy to whip together, roasted potatoes pair well with a variety of grilled foods and sandwiches (we love them with Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken sandwiches topped with homemade Dill Pickles).

In this recipe, the skins are left on for extra crispness, vitamins, and flavor. With just 6 ingredients, homemade oven roasted potatoes are not only so much more economical, they're way better for you than any frozen or pub-style french fry.

You can choose to use a wavy cutter to make the potatoes look extra fancy, or simply slice them with a knife. After seasoning and baking, the end result will be the same: a warm pan full of perfectly crisp, seasoned potatoes that are good down to the last salty crumb.

We often drizzle Creamy Dijon Sauce or Feta Dressing on top for an extra special treat!

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👪Why you'll love it
🥘Ingredients
🔪Instructions
🥣Substitutions
📖Variations
🍽Equipment
🍶Storage
💭Top tip
🗨️FAQ
🍴Pairing
📋Recipe
💬 Comments

👪Why you'll love it

Easy recipe- Because the skins stay on, there's hardly any prep work with this recipe. Keep the potato peeler in the drawer and focus on the few easy steps while the oven preheats.

Economical- With the price of everything these days, I probably don't need to sell you on how it's cheaper to make your own fries (especially when you buy potatoes in bulk).

Versatile- Dial the seasonings up or down to suit your taste, then make these roasted potatoes for dinner, game day, or even a late night snack! This recipe also easily doubles to accommodate a crowd.

🥘Ingredients

yellow potatoes- sometimes called Yukon gold, these are my absolute favorite because of their buttery flavor and thin, edible skins--they're also lower in starch than Russet and red
olive oil- only a little is needed to coat the potatoes so they crisp to perfection
garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, & smoked paprika- our favorite combo of seasonings for roasted potatoes

See recipe card for quantities.

🔪Instructions

Step 1: Wash and scrub potatoes; slice into rounds with ¼ inch thickness.

Step 2: Transfer potatoes to mixing bowl; drizzle with olive oil and mix.

Step 3: Mix seasonings together, sprinkle on top of potatoes; stir.

Step 4: Place on prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, flipping about halfway through. Serve warm.

Hint: For best results, take time to make sure potatoes aren't overlapping each other on the pan.

🥣Substitutions

Potatoes - use red, Russet, fingerlings, or sweet potatoes instead for a different flavor and texture
Olive oil - use olive oil spray instead of bottled oil for a lighter approach

📖Variations

Spicy - dial up the heat by adding ¼ teaspoon or more of cayenne pepper to the mix; for even more heat, add a dash of hot sauce before serving
Deluxe - during the last 5 minutes of baking time, sprinkle on a thin layer of your favorite shredded cheese (we like cheddar); after baking, sprinkle with chives or green onions and real bacon crumbles
Shape - vary up the shape by cutting into wedges, cubes, or strips (adjust baking time accordingly, depending on size and thickness)

Have more potatoes? Check out Easy Crockpot Potato Soup!

🍽Equipment

potato scrubber/vegetable brush
cutting board & knife/wavy cutter
medium sized mixing bowl
measuring cups & spoons
small bowl or cup
large rimmed baking pan, lined with parchment paper or greased foil
silicone kitchen prongs

🍶Storage

Once cool, store Seasoned Oven Roasted Potatoes in an airtight container. Refrigerate and enjoy within 5 days.

To reheat, place potatoes on greased cookie sheet and bake in an oven or toaster oven at 375 degrees for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Do not microwave leftovers or the potatoes will get soggy.

This recipe hasn't been tested for freezing.

💭Top tip

Choose fresh potatoes for best flavor. If your potatoes have long sprouts, smell more bitter than earthy, or have green rims around the skin, they are spoiled and should be discarded. Always store potatoes in a cool, dark and dry place, such as a cellar or basement, and NOT in the refrigerator.

🗨️FAQ

What spices go well with potatoes?

Garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper are always good choices. You may choose a combination of seasonings, or stick with your favorite + salt.

What's nice to put on roast potatoes?

Sour cream, Creamy Dijon Sauce, or feta dressing, along with chives and dill are a few of our favorites.

What oil is best for roasting potatoes?

I choose olive oil for a healthier option; when the potatoes roast at a high enough heat (like in this recipe), the oil doesn't smoke.

🍴Pairing

These are my favorite dishes to serve with Seasoned Oven Roasted Potatoes:

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