Description
A delicious recipe for crispy oven-baked potatoes seasoned with lemon, garlic, and oregano.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds Russet (Idaho), Yukon Golds, or Maris Piper potatoes
- 1–2 lemons (fresh lemon juice)
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic (minced or finely crushed)
- to taste dried Greek oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
- enough broth or water (to cover the bottom of the baking dish)
- fresh chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and, if desired, peel your chosen potatoes. Cut them into consistent 1 to 2-inch wedges or chunks.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine your prepared potato chunks, extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, dried Greek oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss everything thoroughly to coat the potatoes evenly.
- Transfer the seasoned potatoes to a large, shallow baking dish or roasting pan, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
- Pour the vegetable or chicken broth (or water) into the bottom of the baking dish around the potatoes.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- After 30 minutes, carefully remove the foil and stir or flip the potatoes gently. Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
- Return the uncovered dish to the oven and continue baking for another 45-60 minutes, stirring or flipping every 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
- Once they reach your desired level of crispiness, remove the potatoes from the oven, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. If using, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- This recipe works well with various types of potatoes; feel free to mix different varieties for added flavor.
- For extra crispy potatoes, ensure they are evenly spaced in the baking dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg