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These Crispy Parmesan Potatoes are loaded with savory Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and buttery goodness for the ultimate side dish. Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, they’re an easy potato recipe that pairs perfectly with almost any meal.
If you love potato side dishes, be sure to try my Air Fryer French Fries and Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries, too!
Why you’ll love these crispy parmesan potatoes!
I love potatoes, and there are so many fantastic ways to cook them! But these crispy parmesan potatoes are my new favorite by FAR. (Not that I’d ever turn down a big bowl of mashed potatoes, of course!)
Just the words “crispy” and “parmesan” put together tell you that this is a delicious recipe. You can’t go wrong with potatoes dusted with cheese and seasonings, then baked until they’re perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy and tender on the inside. Is your mouth watering yet?!
- Perfectly Crispy: The buttery Parmesan coating creates a golden, crispy crust on every potato.
- Easy to Make: Just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep are all you need.
- Family-Friendly: Kids and adults alike love these cheesy potatoes.
- Great Side Dish: They pair well with everything from chicken and steak to burgers and pork chops.
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Ingredient Notes
See recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
- Salted butter – Creates a rich, flavorful base and helps the potatoes crisp as they bake.
- Parmesan cheese – Adds savory flavor and creates a delicious golden crust.
- Italian seasoned breadcrumbs – Provide extra crunch and seasoning.
- Italian seasoning – Adds classic herb flavor.
- Garlic powder – Gives the potatoes a savory boost.
- Smoked paprika – Adds a subtle smoky flavor and beautiful color.
- Small yellow potatoes – Yukon Gold potatoes work perfectly because they become creamy inside while crisping beautifully outside.
- Olive oil – Helps the potato skins become golden and crisp.
Variations
- Add fresh garlic. Instead of garlic powder, add 3-4 cloves of fresh minced or pressed garlic to the potatoes. This will add a ton of garlic flavor!
- Top with fresh parsley. Fresh parsley is always a wonderful garnish. Take about ½ cup of chopped fresh parsley leaves and scatter them over the potatoes when they come out of the oven.
- Add truffle oil or truffle salt. Truffle fries are a popular version of french fries, and you could make a similar dish if you add a little truffle oil or truffle salt to these crispy parmesan potatoes. Add the oil or salt to the seasoning mix when you coat the potatoes.
How to Make Crispy Parmesan Potatoes
- Prepare the potatoes: Slice each potato in half lengthwise. Use a paring knife to score the cut side in a crosshatch pattern.
- Prepare the baking dish: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pour the melted butter into a baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.
- Make the Parmesan mixture: In a small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the melted butter.
- Bake: Place the potatoes cut-side down on top of the Parmesan mixture. Drizzle the tops with olive oil. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the potatoes are golden brown, crispy, and easily pierced with a fork.
Serving Suggestions
Crispy parmesan potatoes are great served as an appetizer, but they also work as a perfect side dish! Here are a few of my favorite ways to serve parmesan potatoes:
- As an appetizer. Whip up a few cocktails and serve a big platter of crispy potatoes alongside.
- With a roast. Serve crispy parmesan potatoes with roasted meats like my Instant Pot Pork Roast or a roast chicken.
- With burgers. Skip the fries and serve crispy parmesan potatoes with your burgers or sliders! Ham and Swiss Cheese Sliders, BBQ Meatball Sliders, or Bacon BBQ Pork Sliders would also go nicely with a side of cheesy potatoes.
- At Thanksgiving. Switch out the mashed potatoes for something a little more sophisticated. Why not serve parmesan potatoes with the roast turkey for your next Thanksgiving dinner?
Storage + Reheating
- To Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- To Reheat: Arrange the potatoes on a baking sheet and warm in a low-temperature oven until heated through and crispy again. An air fryer also works well for reheating.
- To Freeze: While possible, these potatoes are best enjoyed fresh since freezing can soften the crispy coating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yukon Gold potatoes are ideal because they become fluffy inside while developing a crispy exterior.
They are best served fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to restore some crispiness.
No. The skins help the potatoes hold their shape and become deliciously crisp.
Yes. Simply add a little extra Italian seasoning to make up for the flavor difference.
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Crispy Parmesan Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1 stick (4 ounces) salted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 ½-2 pounds small, yellow potatoes (Yukon gold or similar)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 400℉. Add the melted butter to the baking dish, spreading to coat the bottom. In a small mixing bowl, stir together the cheese, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and paprika. Sprinkle evenly on top of the melted butter.
- Using a paring knife, slice each of the potatoes in half lengthwise, then score the cut side in a crosshatch pattern. This will help the butter mixture soak into the potatoes as they bake.
- Place the potato halves, cut side down, in the baking dish, then drizzle the tops with the olive oil.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until they are browned and easily pierced with a fork. Remove from the dish, then let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- Use potatoes that are similar in size for even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking dish.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Let the potatoes rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
Cheesy, herby, and perfectly crispy 🧀🥔 These potatoes sound like the kind of side everyone goes back for!
These look so tasty, such an easy side to put together.
Crispy + parmesan = perfection!
Made this snack and it was a big hit with everyone.
This one’s going straight into my recipe binder.
Made them! Great 😘