Garlic Roasted Red Potatoes

Published: Mar 24, 2024 by Eileen Murphy Kelly

Servings servings

Prep 10

Cook 45

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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🧾Ingredients
🍲 Equipment
🔪Instructions
❄️ Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips
👩🏻‍🍳 Eileen's Tips for Success
📖 Variations
🥣 Serving Suggestions
🍽 Similar recipes
📋Frequently Asked Questions
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

Oven-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, potlucks, and game-day snacking.

🧾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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🔪Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

A glass bowl with cut red potatoes covered with olive oil, herbs, and garlic.

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 well mixed.
Spread potatoes 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, continue to roast at 5 minute intervals, and check for doneness.
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.

A sheet pan with cubed red potatoes on it.

❄️ Make ahead, storage, and freezer tips

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.

Roasted Garlic Red Potatoes baked and served in a large white bowl.

👩🏻‍🍳 Eileen's Tips for Success

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.

📖 Variations

Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways to vary the recipe.

This recipe works with just about any variety of potato including baby red potatoes, yellow potatoes, Yukon gold, and even sweet potatoes.
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 for Grilled Citrus Chicken Kabob or Tequila Lime Marinated Hangar Steak. 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.

For an easy holiday dinner, serve this delicious side dish along with our Honey Glazed Ham Shank recipe.

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.

A side view pf a large white plate filled with roasted red potatoes with garlic.

🍽 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 a tasty side dish.
Try all our potato recipes here.

📋Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get crispy potatoes?

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.

Should I boil the potatoes before roasting them?

For this recipe, it is not necessary to boil them first. They will roast nicely with delicious results.

Do I need to soak these potatoes in water before roasting?

Red potatoes have a lower level of starch making it unnecessary to soak the potatoes before roasting.

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Garlic Red Potatoes

Roasted Garlic Red Potatoes with garlic is a delicious side dish that is quick and easy to prepare. The potatoes are drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for a family dinner and a great recipe to feed a crowd.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: garlic roasted red potatoes, roasted red potatoes, roasted red potatoes in oven

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 45

Total Time: 55

Servings: servings

Calories: 147kcal

Author: Eileen Kelly

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Equipment Needed:

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rimmed baking sheet
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls
Measuring Spoons and Cups
Wooden Spoon
Cutting Board
knife

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/205°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.

NOTES

Be sure to check the Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.

Storage: Leftovers can be stored in a covered airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days.

Note 1: This recipe will work with all types of potatoes such as new potatoes and baby potatoes. Waxy potatoes work best for this recipe as they have a lower starch level.