🧀 Parmesan Baked Potatoes – Don’t LOSE this Recipe! 😍
These crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside Parmesan baked potatoes are dangerously addictive. Golden, cheesy, garlicky, and oven-baked to perfection—this is the kind of side dish that disappears before dinner even hits the table. Simple ingredients, BIG flavor, and guaranteed compliments.
🛒 Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional: paprika, Italian seasoning, or dried parsley
👩🍳 Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place potato wedges in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and toss until fully coated.
- Add Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and optional seasonings. Toss well.
- Arrange wedges cut-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping once halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra crunch (optional).
- Serve hot and enjoy immediately 😋
📝 Description
These potatoes bake up crispy, cheesy, and deeply savory with no frying required. The Parmesan forms a crunchy crust while the inside stays soft and tender. Perfect as a side dish, snack, or party appetizer.
💡 Notes
- Russet potatoes give the crispiest results
- Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded
- Works great in an air fryer too
✅ Tips for Best Results
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Always preheat the oven
- Flip halfway for even browning
- Add herbs after baking to avoid burning
🍽️ Servings
- Serves 4 people
🧮 Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: 310
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
(Values vary by potato size and cheese used)
🌿 Benefits
- Oven-baked = healthier than fried
- Good source of potassium and fiber
- Satisfying comfort food with simple ingredients
- Kid-friendly & crowd-approved
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
Q: Can I use sweet potatoes?
Absolutely—adjust baking time slightly.
Q: Are these freezer-friendly?
Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days