Crispy Smashed Potatoes | The Ultimate Side Dish

These crispy smashed potatoes are golden, crunchy on the outside and fluffy inside. Boiled, smashed, and roasted with garlic butter — the best side dish you'll ever make!

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Comfort Food
Prep: 5 min Cook: 40 min Servings: 4 Calories: 290

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • Fresh rosemary and thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sour cream for serving

Instructions

Crispy, golden, garlicky smashed potatoes that are impossibly easy to make. Once you try these, regular roasted potatoes will never be the same!

Step 1

Boil baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well and let cool for a few minutes.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Place potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use the bottom of a glass or mug to gently smash each potato until about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 3

Mix melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh herbs. Brush generously over each smashed potato. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Roast for 25-30 minutes until edges are deeply golden and crispy. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the top in the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Step 5

Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream and extra fresh herbs. These are perfect alongside steak, chicken, or fish!

The secret is smashing them thin enough to get maximum crispy surface area. These disappear fast at any dinner table!

Recommended Kitchen Essentials

Every great recipe starts with great tools. Here are our top picks to make cooking easier and more enjoyable:

Heavy-Duty Half Sheet Pan A sturdy baking sheet is essential for getting potatoes evenly crispy in the oven. Stainless Steel Potato Masher Smash potatoes to the perfect flat shape for maximum crispy surface area. Olive Oil Spray Mister Evenly coat potatoes with oil for that perfect golden crunch without over-saturating. Silicone Baking Mat Prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze. Reusable and eco-friendly.

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