Description
These Perfectly Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes are a quick and easy side dish that's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Seasoned with a simple blend of garlic, herbs, and olive oil, they enhance any meal with their golden, flavorful goodness.
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 1½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, about 3 potatoes, cut into 1 to 1½ inch pieces
Seasoning
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Season potatoes: Place the cut Yukon Gold potatoes into a medium bowl. Sprinkle in the salt, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, and add black pepper to taste. Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes.
- Toss to coat: Use your hands or a spoon to toss the potatoes until all pieces are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings, ensuring maximum flavor distribution.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are not crowded so they can roast evenly and get crispy.
- Roast potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the potatoes for 25 minutes. At the 15-minute mark, remove the sheet and toss the potatoes to ensure even browning on all sides.
- Check tenderness: After 25 minutes, test the potatoes for doneness by piercing them with a fork. If they are not yet tender, continue roasting for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve warm: Once tender and golden, remove the potatoes from the oven and serve them warm as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- Cut potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Feel free to customize seasonings with rosemary, paprika, or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- For extra crispy potatoes, try preheating the baking sheet before adding the potatoes.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
