Description
Garlic Butter Roasted Potatoes are the ultimate side dish that combines a crispy, golden exterior with a soft and fluffy interior. Bathed in rich garlic butter, these potatoes are bursting with flavor and are surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, they pair beautifully with grilled meats, fresh salads, or can even stand alone as a delicious appetizer. This recipe is versatile enough to adapt to your taste preferences, allowing you to experiment with different seasonings and herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb mixed baby potatoes
- ¼ cup neutral oil
- ½ cup butter
- 15–20 garlic cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil the potatoes for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender; drain well.
- Toss drained potatoes in a pot with oil, salt, onion powder, and Cajun seasoning.
- Spread them on a lightly oiled baking tray cut side down and roast for 40 minutes total (flipping halfway).
- While roasting, melt butter and olive oil in a pan over medium heat; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Toss roasted potatoes in garlic butter before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use waxy baby potatoes for the best texture. Don't overcrowd the baking tray for optimal crispiness. Customize flavors by adding your favorite herbs like rosemary or thyme.