Description
These crispy sheet pan breakfast potatoes are a stress-free, hands-off side dish perfect for busy mornings or weeknight dinners. With high-heat roasting and proper drying techniques, they achieve a golden, crunchy exterior and fluffy interior with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large Russet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs / 680g), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons high-smoke-point oil (avocado oil or refined olive oil)
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: ¼ cup crumbled bacon
- Optional: Fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash potatoes thoroughly (no need to peel) and cut into uniform 1-inch cubes.
- Spread potato cubes on paper towels or a clean kitchen towel and pat them completely dry to remove surface moisture.
- Place dried potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with seasoning salt, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
- Toss potatoes with hands until every cube is evenly coated in oil and spices.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper (optional) or leave bare for extra crispiness.
- Spread potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not crowded.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes. At the 15-minute mark, flip the potatoes to ensure even browning.
- Remove from oven. If using cheese, sprinkle it on and return to oven for 1-2 minutes to melt.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley or chives. Taste and add more salt if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not crowd the pan; potatoes need space to breathe to crisp up. Ensure potatoes are thoroughly dried before oiling to prevent steaming. If adding cheese, add it in the last 2 minutes to prevent burning. These reheat best in an oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
Keywords: breakfast potatoes, sheet pan dinner, crispy potatoes, easy side dish, meal prep, gluten-free, vegan, weeknight dinner