Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (2024)

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Potatoes roasted with parmesan cheese that get all sort of nice and golden brown, crispy and good! Seriously better than french fries!

For me, side dishes are the fun part of a big dinner like Thanksgiving and this year I am making these crispy parmesan roast potatoes! You know when you are making a grilled cheese sandwich and some cheese oozes out of the sandwich, cooks in the pan and gets all nice and crispy and all sorts of good? You know, the best part of the grilled cheese sandwich! Well that’s what these roasted potatoes are all about! Parmesan cheese is sprinkled into a baking pan and topped with the potatoes before roasting and the cheese cooks on the bottom of the baking dish just like on the bottom of the grilled cheese sandwiches pan and it gets golden brown and after letting it cool/set for a few minutes after pulling it out, it gets crispy! These roast potatoes are melt in your mouth soft and tender on the inside and crispy n the outside and just pack with melted cheese flavour! Yum! Step aside French fries, there a new king of potatoes in town!

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I added cajun seasoning to the potatoes in these photos!

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Serve as a side or with a dipping sauce!

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Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 4

Potatoes roasted with parmesan cheese that get all sort of nice and golden brown, crispy and good! Seriously better than french fries!

ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds small (1 to 1.5 inch diameter) potatoes, cut in half
  • salt and pepper to taste
directions
  1. Brush the oil on the bottom of a baking dish and sprinkle on the parmesan.
  2. Toss the potatoes in the oil, salt and pepper and press into the parmesan with the cut side down.
  3. Roast in a preheated 400F/200C oven until the parmesan is nice and golden brown and the potatoes are tender, about 20-25 minutes, before removing from the oven to let cool for 5 minutes and breaking them apart.

Note: The dipping sauce is a gochujang mayo: 1/4 cup mayonnaise mixed with 1 tablespoon gochujang (a Korean style chili bean paste). Sriracha also works well!.
Option: Season the potatoes with your favourite spices or blend instead of just salt and pepper, like cajun seasoning or taco seasoning or Italian seasoning.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 303, Fat 14g (Saturated 5g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 19mg, Sodium 398mg, Carbs 30g (Fiber 3g, Sugars 1g), Protein 13g

Nutrition by: Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (7)

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  1. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (9)Laura says

    What sauce are you showing with the potatoes?

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  2. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (10)mugginsNmagoo says

    Yes, what is the sauce?

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  3. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (11)Anonymous says

    I've been roasting red potatoes like this for years, but I add more flavorful by adding a bit of garlic powder (1/4 tsp or so), AND add Panko breadcrumbs to the parmesan. YUM. No sauce needed.

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  4. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (12)Unknown says

    Could you post a recipe or what type of sauce you used for your potatoes? Thanks 😉

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  5. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (13)kevin says

    The sauce is 1/4 cup mayonnaise mixed with 1 tablespoon gochujang (a Korean style chili bean paste). Sriracha also works well!

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  6. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (14)Susan A says

    These look yummy, can't wait to make them! What kind of pan did you use? Looks maybe like a ceramic coated cast iron casserole?

    Thanks! Many of your recipes have become favorites in our house!

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  7. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (15)kevin says

    Susan A: Any pan will do. I like the glass/pyrex pans as you can see through the bottom to see when they are perfectly golden brown but ceramic and cast iron also work. Enjoy!

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  8. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (16)Tina K says

    When I first saw this picture on Instagram, I ate with my eyes first 0_0 It looked so good. I just made this last night, and wow! This was easy and so yummy. I did add some garlic and onion powder, and I cant wait to try other seasonings. Thanks for a great recipe and keep them coming!

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  9. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (17)kevin says

    Tina K: I'm glad you like them!

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  10. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (19)Nicole says

    Never in a million years would I have thought to make gochujang mayo, but that's brilliant! My potatoes are in the oven right now. Thanks Kevin!

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  11. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (20)Heather says

    Kevin, I've been making your recipes for years. They're fantastic! But I just wanted to chime in the comments and say that I really enjoyed this one. The only change that I made was a pinch of dried rosemary. I'll have to make it again and try the gochujang mayo!

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  12. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (21)Anonymous says

    Did you mean shredded cheese instead of grated? I used grated but it didn't get crispy. It tasted good though. Thanks for the recipe!

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  13. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (22)Karen Sternat says

    How much cajun seasoning would you use?

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (23)kevin says

      A half a teaspoon is good! Enjoy!

      Reply

  14. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (24)Alli says

    Hi Kevin,
    If I’m doing a paleo/keto diet right now, do you think these would turn out well if I swapped on chunks of turnips for the potatoes…? I’ve never eaten turnips, or turnips with parmesan, and I was wondering if you thought it might work….Or if you have another low carb potato substitute I can use to make this. It sounds so Dee-lish!! 🙂
    Thx

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (25)kevin says

      I have not tried turnips but I think that they should work; I love using cauliflower in place of potatoes!

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  15. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (26)Ella Arey says

    What brand is the red and white dish you used please? Link to the pan?

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (27)kevin says

      The brand is Apple Tree

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  16. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (28)Denise says

    this was a HUGE hit with my family! love your recipes!

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  17. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (29)Joan says

    You are missing one of the best, most delicious vegetables in the world! TURNIPS!!! (the white ones with the purple top). It’s a staple in my home! Consistency: vegetable stew or ratatouille.
    Whipped butter (or olive oil) in a large pan; CHOP/Slice (all organic) 1/2 or 1 eggplant; 4 to 5 zucchini;
    1/2 cauliflower (into florets); 3 -4 peeled turnips; halve brussell sprouts. Mix and cover. Cook on Medium-Low heat until soft; checking on flavor, softness, intermittent stirring. I eat the dish for a meal or a side dish. Can make scrambled eggs then add the vegetables to warm; or add the warm vegetables on top of a salad and favorite salad dressing (mine is ricotta cheese, balsamic vinaigrette, fresh lime, pinch of sea salt). Can sprinkle the cooked vegetables with parmesan cheese or melt jack cheese atop. Also for a crunchy, great snack, slice a turnip and put on a plate; lightly sprinkle salt (if desired) and it makes it’s own water. Enjoy!

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (30)Cindy Heyd says

      I saw your crispy parmesan roast potato recipe in a yummly email and it brought me to your blog, and I spent the next half hour pinning your recipes! I’m blown away by your creativity and can’t wait to make some of these dishes! Love the blog!

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  18. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (31)dori says

    These might also be delicious with truffles aioli – mayonnaise mixed with a splash of truffle oil. Yum!

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  19. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (32)Kellie says

    Parmesan did not stick to the potatoes 🙁

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  20. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (33)Marco says

    Trying these right now…took me a minute to figure out from the pictures to put the potatoes cut side down in the roasting pan sitting on top of the Parmesan (I suppose they’d burn otherwise).

  21. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (34)Meghan | SparklingPenny says

    What a delicious idea. I never thought of adding parmesan to potatoes. Cornflour is the one I knew about. I’ve started roasting mine in a skillet and that helps to make the potatoes nice and crispy.

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  22. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (35)Abby Levine says

    Do u mean “real “ Parmesan as opposed to the Kraft Sprinkle cheese people often use on pasta?

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (36)kevin says

      Yes, real parmesan! 🙂

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  23. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (37)Sarah says

    Mine didn’t crisp up except for the edges around the dish. Two other dishes were baking at the same time though, so maybe it just needed to bake longer in that case. It was still delicious though and definitely worth trying again!

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  24. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (38)Michael says

    Sorry. Novice chef here. Which oils are you referring to for the pan and to toss with the potatoes?

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (39)kevin says

      A vegetable oil works well! Enjoy!

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  25. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (40)Bella says

    Parmesan did not stick to potatoes as others have noted. Looked nothing like photo. Very disappointed 😔
    Any idea why this did not turn out as pictured?

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (41)kevin says

      Some of the cheaper brands of ‘parmesan’ do not turn out like parmigiano reggiano.

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  26. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (42)Jo Mathey says

    I was so excited to try this recipe. I hardy eat potatoes, but these looked so good I knew I was going to add this to a dish I would make more often. I made them exactly as the recipe says, but along with some other people they did not get crispy like the photo. So disappointing. 🙁
    They did taste good and I’m still trying to figure out why they didn’t get crispy. Can you possibly show us the kind and brand of parmesan you used so we can all mimic your fabulous recipe. Thank you.

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (43)kevin says

      I’m sorry to hear that they did not get crispy for you! I use parmigiano reggiano that I get in a wedge and I grate just before using. One tip for getting them crispy is that you want the parmesan to get to deep golden brown color. If the cheese is still a pale colour it’s going to taste great but not be crispy. Simply leave it in the oven for a few more minutes it it is looking too pale.

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  27. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (44)Go Cook Yummy says

    These potatoes looks so good. Personally, I like to eat them with a sweet chili sauce. Thank you for the recipe.

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  28. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (45)Charlene Tabor says

    I tried these in my toaster oven. I baked them and added a touch of paprika and they turned out GREAT!
    Thank you so much for the yummy easy recipe.

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  29. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (46)Cheryl says

    Can i replace the small potatoes with russet? I would normally use the small but I don’t have any right now and would love to make them.

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (47)kevin says

      Russet potatoes work in this recipe as well!

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  30. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (48)Jen Watson says

    These potatoes were delicious!! I didn’t have enough Parmesan so I did mix with Asiago and used a bit of garlic powder—these are now on the rotation!

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  31. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (49)Jackie says

    Could I follow this recipe but use baby gold potato’s instead? Thanks!

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (50)kevin says

      Yes you can! Enjoy!

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  32. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (51)Patricia M Mcclintock says

    Oh man, tomorrow, I’m going to get everything for your potatoes.
    Have a hair appt first, then I’ll go!
    Gosh this is great, and..
    THANKYOU!!!!! 😘

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  33. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (52)Patricia M Mcclintock says

    ThankYou Keven!!!!

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  34. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (53)Jordan says

    absolutely delicious and really easy to make! thank you for this recipe!

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  35. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (54)Richard Coleman says

    Is it 1.5lbs of Potatoes or 0.5lbs of Potatoes, I need to convert to kg as am in the UK.

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (55)kevin says

      1.5 pounds or about 0.7kg

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  36. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (56)Richard Coleman says

    Hi, is that 1.5lbs of Potatoes (0.68kg) of Potatoes or 1 x 0.5lbs (0.23kg)

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    • Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (57)Richard Coleman says

      Sorry Kevin. Missed the reply, Thank You, do you use Red Potatoes for the recipe?

      Reply

  37. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (58)Lakenya W. Herren says

    Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes are a delightful twist on a classic side dish. The golden, cheesy crust adds a burst of flavor to perfectly roasted potatoes. Irresistible!

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  38. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (59)Shirley says

    Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes are pure potato perfection! The crispy exterior and cheesy goodness create a mouthwatering side dish that’s a hit at any meal. Irresistibly delicious!

    Reply

  39. Crispy Parmesan Roast Potatoes (60)Deborah B. Frank says

    Crispy Parmesan roast potatoes are a delectable side dish, with a golden, cheesy crust that adds a delightful twist to classic spuds.

    Reply

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Why can't i get my roast potatoes crispy? ›

Make sure you boil them but leave them a bit al dente and they will crisp up perfectly in the oven. What does baking soda do to potatoes? It makes the water alkaline which helps break down the surface of the potato and helps make your potatoes crispy!

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How do you keep roast potatoes warm and crispy? Don't. Let them cool. Just before you need to serve them (5–10 minutes, depending on how cool they are) put them in a hot oven, That should crisp them up nicely, and warm them too.

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When the corn starch comes into contact with the hot oil, it forms a barrier that traps moisture within the potato while also developing a crunchy crust. This results in fries that are both tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, mimicking the texture of fries you might find in restaurants.

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These tips are completely doable, actually pretty much fail-proof. SOAK your potato chunks in cold water. This removes some of the starch and helps get them super duper crispy.

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'Though we all love a crispy roast potato, it can be really easy to mess them up,' said Jeff. 'If you drown them in too much oil, they'll burn on the outside and be undercooked on the inside. ' He recommends par-boiling your spuds then fluffing them up before roasting for best results.

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Sprinkle your parboiled potatoes with flour. This gives potatoes extra crunch. A tablespoon is all you need! Throw in some whole, unpeeled garlic cloves or a handful of herbs (thyme, sage or rosemary all work well) with the potatoes when adding them to the hot roasting tin.

What is the best oil for roast potatoes? ›

Roast potatoes verdict

Vegetable oil is the ideal choice for those who like a subtle, or blander flavour from their roast potatoes, because it cooks best at a medium heat and so the potatoes won't take on too much flavour from the oil. This also means the potatoes won't overpower other dishes.

Is it necessary to boil potatoes before roasting? ›

Parboiling helps soften the potato insides before the roasting begins, so you won't be tempted to burn the outsides in exchange for less undercooked insides. Boil the potato chunks for eight to 10 minutes—they won't be fully cooked, but they'll be ready for the next step.

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The main reasons to cut the potatoes and pre-soak in water are: To allow the excess starches and sugars to be removed from the outer surface of the fry strips AND to keep the potatoes from browning prematurely from exposure to air. Covering in water helps the potato from turning a dark color.

Should you soak potatoes in salt water before baking? ›

Dunk the Potatoes in a Saltwater Solution

This step is extremely important because it seasons the skin and encourages it to dry and crisp in the oven.

Does rinsing potatoes make them crispier? ›

By rinsing off the excess starch, you can achieve a better balance and control over the browning process, resulting in evenly cooked and beautifully golden fries. Another advantage of rinsing the potatoes is that the cold water makes the potato cells firmer, leading to crispier fries when fried.

What makes potatoes crunchy? ›

Parboiling the potatoes in alkaline water breaks down their surfaces, creating tons of starchy slurry for added surface area and crunch. Offering you the choice of oil, duck fat, goose fat, or beef fat means you can get whichever flavor you want.

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If you like your roasted potatoes extra crispy, you may want to have a bowl of ice water on standby during the cooking process. Soaking your sliced potatoes in the ice water before roasting them in the oven can draw out extra starch, allowing the spuds to cook up extra crunchy on the outside.

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Old Potatoes: Very old or stored potatoes can become starchy and may not soften as well during cooking. It's best to use fresh, firm potatoes. Acidic Ingredients: If your soup contained highly acidic ingredients (e.g., tomatoes), it could have affected the texture of the potatoes.

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Simply tossing raw potatoes into the pan before roasting will guarantee tough results because the high water content will steam out over the course of a long cooking time. "You feel more like you're eating the skin, because the structure just collapses inside," says Hanson. "It also gets too hard.

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