Roasted Potatoes are utterly amazing and delicious! This simple side dish goes perfectly with so many dishes. These easy roasted potatoes will be your go-to potato recipe for every meal. We kept the seasoned potatoes simple, with just potatoes, olive oil, and herbs.
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What’s in Oven Roasted Potatoes?
These delicious seasoned potatoes are incredibly versatile and they are a hit among both kids and adults. If I can’t decide on a side dish to make with dinner, this is what I end up making. It’s my go-to potato side dish recipe because it’s just so good.
- Potatoes: I used Yukon Gold potatoes because they’re the perfect balance of waxy and starchy. You can really use Yukon Golds for any potato recipe! Other potatoes I’d recommend for this recipe would be red, purple, new, or fingerling potatoes.
- Olive Oil: Helps the potatoes bake up crisp without burning.
- Salt + Pepper: Enhances the natural flavor of the potatoes.
- Herbs: Here’s where you can really get creative — I used rosemary, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and a bit of lemon peel for a simple side that goes with everything. but use your favorites!
Pro Tip: Place the potatoes cut-side down on the baking sheet to get them extra crisp!
Variations on Roasted Potatoes in the Oven
Like I said, this recipe is perfect for getting creative. I love my potatoes topped with chili powder, thyme, herbs de Provence, Italian seasoning, ranch seasoning, everything bagel seasoning, or taco seasoning. The possibilities are truly endless!
Yukon Gold potatoes are great for roasting, and that’s what I used for this herb roasted potatoes recipe.
Any herbs and spices can be used with this easy roasted potatoes recipe. Use basil, parsley, a bit of butter, paprika, curry powder, cumin… absolutely anything!
It’s not necessary to parboil potatoes before roasting if they are cut into pieces. If you plan to roast whole or exceptionally large pieces of potato, you may want to parboil them to ensure that they will cook all the way through.
It’s important to use high enough heat and to spread the potatoes out evenly over the baking sheet. If the potatoes seem too crowded on one baking sheet, you may want to spread them out over two baking sheets instead. Check your oven temperature carefully, as ovens can be up to 25°F cooler or warmer than the registered temperature.
How to Store and Reheat
Store leftover roasted potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes, until warmed through.
How to Freeze
Freeze roasted potatoes in a single layer on a lined baking sheet until solid, about 1-2 hours. Transfer to an airtight container or Ziplock bag to store for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Serving Suggestions
These simple potatoes are great served with oven fried chicken, Parmesan pork chops, spinach stuffed chicken, air fryer salmon, or restaurant-style steak! Add a veggie, like Parmesan roasted broccoli, corn on the cob, or roasted Brussels sprouts, for a complete meal.
Roasted Potatoes Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 6 Yukon Gold potatoes washed and cut in half lengthwise
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon favorite dried herb or herb mix – rosemary & garlic with or without lemon peel, chili powder, thyme, herbs de Provence, Italian seasoning, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil and brush the foil with 1-2 tablespoons of oil.4 tablespoons olive oil
- With paper towels, pat dry the potato halves.6 Yukon Gold potatoes
- Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Gently mix until the potatoes are evenly coated.1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon favorite dried herb or herb mix –
- Place potatoes, 1-2 inches apart, flat-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Place potatoes in the preheated oven and bake at 400°F for 35-45 minutes or until golden on the bottom side and soft inside.
Video
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Did you make this? Leave a comment!
Yummy!!! They turned out perfect.
Thank you for sharing, Heather!
What temp for oven.
Bake at 400!
Could you please get back to me and let me know if I can use bottled Caesar dressing and how much should I use? What brand is best to buy and would that be the creamy kind. I would like to make it today and cannot get out to the store to buy the ingredients for Caesar dressing
Caesar dressing isn’t required for this recipe!
Becky I know this probably doesn’t make a big difference but in the recipe you say 1/2 teaspoon of herbs but in the video you say 1/2 tablespoon. Just wondering which one I should use. Love your first name. Lol
Can you use this recipe with red bliss potatoes?
For sure!