Description
Crispy and flavorful Parmesan Roasted Potatoes featuring tender baby potatoes coated with a savory parmesan and fresh thyme crust, finished with a touch of buttery richness and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Perfect as a savory side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes & Seasoning
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (Yukon Gold or red), washed and dried
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, stems removed
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (e.g., Maldon)
Cheese & Fats
- 6 oz grated parmesan (about ¾ cup)
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Finish
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup.
- Layer Oil and Parmesan: Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the parchment-lined baking sheet, then sprinkle a uniform layer of grated parmesan cheese on top of the oil.
- Add Herbs and Pepper: Distribute the fresh thyme leaves and a few grinds of freshly cracked black pepper evenly over the parmesan layer.
- Arrange Potatoes: Place the baby potatoes sliced-side down directly onto the parmesan layer, spacing them about half an inch apart to allow the cheese to crisp up around each potato. For more parmesan coverage per potato, leave wider spacing.
- Butter Brush: Brush the tops of each potato slice with melted butter to add richness and help with browning during roasting.
- Roast: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 20-25 minutes, or until they are fork-tender and the parmesan cheese has formed a crisp, golden crust.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from oven, immediately drizzle the balsamic glaze over the potatoes, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let them cool for about 5 minutes to allow the cheese to set before breaking apart and serving.
Notes
- Use baby potatoes like Yukon Gold or red for the best texture and roasting results.
- Pressing the sliced potatoes face-down into the parmesan layer ensures a delicious, crispy cheese crust.
- Adjust spacing between potatoes depending on how much parmesan crust you desire per piece.
- Melted butter helps to brown the potato tops and enrich their flavor.
- Balsamic glaze adds a tangy sweetness that balances the savory parmesan and thyme.
- If you prefer less salt, reduce the flaky sea salt or omit it entirely.
- These potatoes are best enjoyed warm but can be reheated gently in the oven to retain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Parmesan Roasted Potatoes, parmesan potatoes, roasted baby potatoes, crispy potatoes, baked potatoes side dish, easy potato recipe
