Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Parmesan Smashed Potatoes, your new favorite side dish that’s guaranteed to impress at any meal. These golden, crispy potatoes have a savory crust of Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, while their insides remain tender and creamy. Perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings, this quick-to-prepare recipe offers versatility that complements grilled chicken, steak, or even roasted vegetables. With minimal cleanup thanks to parchment paper, you can focus on enjoying these delicious morsels with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 baby yellow potatoes
- 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in a large pot of water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer the boiled potatoes to the baking sheet and coat them in the butter mixture.
- Gently smash each potato using a glass or flat object until slightly flattened.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato - approximately 40g
- Calories: 111
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 178mg
- Fat: 5.3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15.6g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Protein: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 8mg