Crispy Baked Potato Wedges Recipe - Evolving Table (2024)

You’ll get the CRISPIESTBaked Potato Wedgeswith this quick and easy recipe! Russet potatoes are cut into wedges, soaked in water to make them extra crisp, roasted to perfection in the oven and then topped with Parmesan cheese just before serving. They make the ultimate side dish or appetizer for a party!

Crispy Baked Potato Wedges Recipe

If you have ever attempted to make baked potato wedges and ended up with a soggy mess instead of crispy goodness, you are in the right place!

Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE a goodmashed potato(and if you haven’t hadColcannon, you need to make them soon!). But sometimes, you want something with some texture.

And thesebaked potato wedgesare where it’s at!

You will learn a few simple tips and tricks to get the perfect CRISPY texture for oven-baked wedges. (Pssshh- You don’t have to deep fry them like French fries!)

Yup! No need to saturate them in unhealthy fats and oils to get that crunchy exterior you know and love.

Change up your potato game without the added calories and fat. Win-win! These are the best potato wedges out there that go with just about any main dish.

Don’t miss out on theseAir Fryer Roasted PotatoesorParmesan Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes, either. The whole family will love them.

Ingredients

The simple ingredients you need to make these oven baked potato wedges at home include:

• Potatoes. For the crispiest results,Russet potatoesare superior when making baked wedges. Russet, versus gold or red potatoes, are starchier with a lower moisture content. This enables them to crisp up more easily than waxy potatoes.
• Oil.Olive oil or avocado oil are perfect for roasting these potatoes. They are milder and don’t impart much flavor but are affordable and easy to find at the grocery store.
• Seasonings.Besides salt and black pepper, you’ll want garlic powder and paprika, though you can use just about any seasonings you want. Opt for onion powder or even cayenne pepper orCajun seasoning. Some fresh parsley at the end takes them over the top.
• Parmesan cheese.Though not necessary, this ingredient adds a pop of salt flavor to each bite.

How to Make Baked Potato Wedges

Please see the recipe card below for ingredient amounts and more detailed instructions.

Slice the Potatoes

Cutting your potatoes as consistently as possible is crucial to ensure all of them crisp up evenly. First, be sure to start with similarly sized potatoes in both length and diameter.Medium is better than large, if possible.

Rinse and give the potatoes a good scrub to remove any dirt or debris.

You can skin your potatoes if you prefer, but I like to keep them on for added color and fiber!

Cut the potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 4 to 5 even wedges.

To get extra crispy potatoes, soak the slices in a large bowl of warm water for about 10 to 15 minutes. Be sure to dry them off before proceeding.

Season the Potatoes

Preheat oven to 425℉. A high temperature is required to get that crispy exterior!

Place all of the wedges in a large mixing bowl. Toss in olive oil until they are all evenly coated.

Sprinkle the seasoning mix over them and place potato wedges in a single layer on parchment paper-lined large baking sheets. It’s best to use two if needed so the potatoes have plenty of space.Parchment paper works better than aluminum foil and does not stick to your potatoes.

Bake in the Oven

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes. Don’t forget to flip so both sides get cooked evenly and become golden brown.

After roasting, top crunchy potato wedges with a mixture of Parmesan cheese and parsley just before serving.

FAQs

What To Serve With Potato Wedges?

Potato wedges are such a versatile and easy side dish recipe that tastes great with so many mains.

A few of my favorite recipes to make with these crispy potatoes includeSpinach and Artichoke Stuffed Chicken,Blackened Salmon, or a delightfulFilet Mignon.

Crispy potato wedges also make a great appetizer to serve for a party with a bit of sour cream or your favorite dipping sauce like barbecue sauce,Homemade Remoulade Sauce,Ranch Dressing, or evenChick-fil-A Sauce.

More Potato Recipes

Potatoes are a side you can enjoy just about any night! Try any of these tasty and perfect side dish recipes next time.

Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes, Roasted Yukon Gold Potatoes,andInstant Pot Mashed Potatoesare super simple.

Hasselback Potatoes, Garlic Parmesan Fries,and duch*ess Potatoes are impressive and will have everyone coming back for more.

Change things up withPotato Pancakesor aBaked Potato Soup.

There are so many moreHealthy Side Dish Recipes to discover!