If ever there were a perfect side dish, these Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes would be at the top. Simply roasted on a sheet pan with olive oil, salt and pepper. Perfectly crispy every time!

These Roasted Baby Potatoes are perect for any meal. Weeknight friendly and ideal for any dinner party. Crispy on the outside and creamy in the middle.

Ingredients to make Roasted Baby Potatoes –

Two pounds small potatoes – red, white or both. Rinsed and patted dry. Cut in half.
Olive oil – drizzle over the potatoes for a light coating.
Salt and Pepper

Simple ingredients but when cooked properly on a sheet pan yield amazing results.

Why we love this simple roasted potato recipe –

Fresh Ingredients – simple potatoes roasted on a sheet pan.
Minimal Prep – this easy potato recipe takes just minutes until in the oven.
Versatile – use the cooked potatoes in left overs like scrambled eggs or potato salad.

How to roast baby potatoes –

Rinse the potatoes and pat dry with a paper towel. The dryer the potato the crispier they will get.

Cut the potatoes in half and toss with a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper.

Lay cut side down on a baking sheet covered in parchment paper.

The secret to crispy potatoes –

Make sure your potatoes are dry before tossing in olive oil.
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
Lay cut side down on parchment lined baking pan.
Do not touch or turn the potatoes. Simply cook cut side down until fork tender.

What temperature should I roast baby potatoes at –

Ideally 425 degrees fahrenheit. A relatively hot oven will give you maximum crispiness.

How long should you roast baby potatoes for –

20-40 minutes depending on the size of the potato. The top of the potatoes will be slightly brown and inside fork tender.

What to serve with roasted potatoes –

Reverse Seared Steak – restaurant quality steaks at home.
Corn Flake Crusted Chicken Thighs – crispy on the outside and juicy in the middle. Bake the chicken and potatoes at the same time!
Chicken In Pan Sauce – chicken cutlets with a easy gravy.
Mediterranean Fish Skillet – tender fish cooked in veggies

PRO TIP – make Healthy Chicken Salad with any leftover potatoes.

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Kathi and Rachel