Garlic Red Potatoes have been a family favorite and you will love how easy they are to prepare. They are crispy and tender and flavorful from the garlic and herbs.
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- This roasted red potatoes recipe is an easy make-ahead side dish! They reheat easily and are also perfect for feeding a large crowd!
- Garlic red potatoes are a perfect side dish for a family gathering, Holiday celebration, pot lucks, and game-day snacking too.
Ingredients
- red potatoes - I use small red potatoes but baby potatoes and Yukon potatoes can be used for this recipe.
- garlic - Minced fresh garlic is best to give lots of flavor to the potatoes. Jarred garlic can be used. In a pinch, garlic powder can also be used.
- fresh parsley and fresh thyme - Using just a few ingredients for the most flavor is why I recommend fresh herbs. If necessary, you can substitute with dried herbs.
- Kosher salt and black pepper - add to your taste for a bit of extra flavor.
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Equipment
- rimmed baking sheet
- Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
- Wooden Spoon
- Cutting Board
- knife
Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Preheat oven to 400°F/204.44°C. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray. Set aside.
- Scrub the red baby potatoes and use a paper towel to pat dry. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, and thyme. Add salt and black pepper, to taste.
- Add the red potatoes to the bowl and mix until potatoes are covered with the garlic, herb, and oil mixture.
- Spread them to lay evenly on the sheet pan. Bake for about 45 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through cooking.
- Check for doneness by pricking a wedge with a fork after 45 minutes. The fork should easily go into the potatoes. If they need more time, check them again for doneness in 5 minutes.
- Taste for seasoning, if needed, season again with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- Ready to serve. Sprinkle with fresh herbs. They can be served on their own or with a favorite dipping sauce.
Storage
Leftovers can be stored in a covered airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight or cook from the frozen state at 350°F/176.66°C until cooked through about 20-25 minutes.
To freeze, spread potato wedges on a sheet pan in an even layer and place the sheet pan in the freezer until potatoes are frozen about 30-40 minutes.
Then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container until ready to use, within 3 months. Be sure to label and date the container.
Defrost in the refrigerator for a few hours and bake at 400°F for about 15 minutes.
Expert Tips
Expert Tip: Cut the potatoes the same size to ensure they all cook evenly.
- Be sure the red potato wedges are spread out on the sheet pan in a single layer and are spread out and not touching.
- If the sheet pan is overcrowded the potatoes will steam and not develop that crispy exterior we want on these taters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Preheat the oven and when placing the potatoes on the sheet pan, be sure to spread them out so they will crisp as they roast in the oven. The olive oil also adds flavor and helps crisp the exterior skin of the spuds.
For this recipe, it is not necessary to boil them first. They will roast nicely with delicious results.
Red potatoes have a lower level of starch making it unnecessary to soak the potatoes before roasting.
Variations
- To vary the flavors on these garlic roasted red potatoes, use any of your favorite oils, grapeseed and avocado are two I use often instead of olive oil.
- The herbs and spices in this potato side dish are very flexible. Vary the herbs and use parsley, tarragon, rosemary, Italian seasoning, or basil.
- If using dried herbs to substitute fresh, the best way to judge is normally 1 Tablespoon of fresh herbs is 1 teaspoon of dry herbs.
- Try using Cajun Seasoning or Homemade Seasoned Salt, with olive oil on the potatoes.
- For a spicy potato, try using our Taco Seasoning on the wedges.
- If fresh garlic is unavailable, use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
- Sprinkle fresh Parmesan cheese on the roasted potatoes once they come out of the oven. It adds a lovely tang to all the ingredients.
Serving Suggestions
These potatoes would be a great side to Grilled Citrus Chicken Kabob or Tequila Lime Marinated Hangar Steak. Both of these recipes are as easy to prepare as the roasted garlic potatoes for two great easy dinner ideas.
Marinated chicken drumsticks would be perfectly paired with this recipe.
Instant Pot roast chicken is another recipe to enjoy alongside these spuds.
Air Fryer Pork Chops would be the perfect pairing with these sides.
This is also an awesome side dish for any Brunch celebration! Garlic Red Potatoes pair well with so many dishes. Some of my favorites if you like this at brunch would be Spinach and Mushroom Frittata, Apricot Bourbon Maple Glazed Ham, and a nice beverage for the brunch should be The Perfect Bloody Mary.
Similar recipes
- Crispy Roasted Potatoes are one of my most popular recipes and they are just as easy and delicious as this recipe!
- Homemade Mashed Potatoes are another classic recipe from my Granny. The taters are so light and fluffy! So darn good.
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes are buttermilk-based and melt in your mouth deliciously.
- Love salad, try our Bacon, Ranch Potato salad for an incredibly tasty side dish.
- Try all our potato recipes here.
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Garlic Red Potatoes
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds small red potatoes Note 1
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped if using dried herbs, 2 teaspoon parsley
- 2 Tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped if using dried herbs, 2 teaspoons thyme
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F/204.44°C. Spray a large rimmed baking sheet with non-stick spray. Set aside
- Scrub the red baby potatoes to clean off any dirt. Use a paper towel to pat the potatoes dry. Cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- In a medium-size mixing bowl, whisk the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add in the red potatoes and coat the potatoes completely with the garlic herb mixture.
- Spread the potatoes to lay evenly without touching on the prepared sheet pan. . Roast for about 45 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through cooking. The potatoes should be browned and crispy on the exterior and have a fluffy soft interior.Check the potatoes by pricking with a fork after 45 minutes. The fork should easily go into the potatoes. If they need more time, check them again for doneness in 5 minutes.
- Taste for seasoning, if needed, season again with salt and black pepper, to taste.
- Ready to serve. Sprinkle more fresh herbs on the potatoes. They can be served on their own or with a favorite dipping sauce.
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