Crispy Parmesan Crusted Potatoes

These Parmesan crusted potatoes are impossible to stop eating. Tossed in butter and roasted until golden, the potatoes develop a savory, crackly crust while staying soft and tender on the inside. These crispy Parmesan crusted potatoes make the perfect appetizer or side dish.

Why You’ll Love This Crispy Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Recipe

Crispy and cheesy: The Parmesan creates a golden, crunchy crust.

Easy to make: Just mix the ingredients together, add the potatoes, and let the oven do the work.

Simple ingredients: You only need a handful of everyday ingredients to make these crispy potatoes.

Ingredients

• Potatoes, halved
  • Main ingredient
• 1/4 cup melted butter
  • Helps cook the potatoes
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
  • Turns into a crispy crust
• All-purpose seasoning, to taste
  • Adds flavor
• Cajun seasoning, to taste
  • Enhances flavor

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F.

Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise.

Score the potatoes.

Pour the melted butter into an oven-safe baking pan and spread it evenly across the bottom.

Sprinkle the all-purpose seasoning and Cajun seasoning over the butter, followed by the Parmesan cheese.

Use a spoon or spatula to mix everything together until it forms a thick, spreadable paste.

Place the potato halves cut-side down directly into the Parmesan mixture, pressing them down slightly so the Parmesan mixture sticks to the potatoes.

Bake until the potatoes are tender and the Parmesan crust is golden and crispy, about 25-30 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes.

Let the potatoes cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the pan.

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Crispy Parmesan Crusted Potatoes Tips

Use evenly sized potatoes, so they cook at the same rate and become tender in the center.

Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melting and browning.

Let them rest for a few minutes after baking so the Parmesan crust can set before removing them from the pan.

Storage Tips

Refrigerator: Store leftover Parmesan crusted potatoes in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.

Reheat: Reheat them in the air fryer or oven at 375°F until heated through and crispy again.

Ingredient Substitutions

Potatoes → Yukon Gold, baby potatoes, or red potatoes

Butter → olive oil

Parmesan cheese → Pecorino Romano

All-purpose seasoning → Italian seasoning, garlic powder, or seasoned salt

Cajun seasoning → Paprika + garlic powder

Most Common Mistakes

Not pressing the potatoes into the Parmesan mixture → Make sure the cut side is firmly pressed into the mixture so the Parmesan crust sticks.

Using too much butter → Too much butter can prevent the Parmesan from getting crispy.

Trying to remove them immediately → Let the potatoes rest for a few minutes after baking so the crust can firm up.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of potatoes are best for Parmesan-crusted potatoes?

Baby potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, or other small potatoes work well for this recipe.

Why aren’t my Parmesan potatoes crispy?

Pressing the potatoes firmly into the Parmesan mixture also helps create a crispy crust.

What to Serve With Parmesan-Crusted Potatoes

Grilled chicken → A simple pairing for an easy weeknight dinner.

Steak → Serve them instead of traditional roasted potatoes.

Grilled salmon → Add a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Burgers → Serve with a crispy alternative to regular French fries.

If you enjoyed this crispy parmesan crusted potatoes recipe, you might also like my crispy smashed potatoes recipe or my easy caramelized sweet potatoes recipe.

Easy Caramelized Sweet Potatoes

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