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Crispy Baked Ranch Potatoes

These irresistibly crispy potatoes coated in savory ranch seasoning are a simple, crowd-pleasing side dish.

Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Crispy Baked Ranch Potatoes

Looking for a side dish that steals the show without stealing your time? Meet these Crispy Baked Ranch Potatoes! They're unbelievably easy to make, require minimal effort, and deliver maximum flavor. Perfect for pairing with almost anything!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 2 lbs small red potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tbsp fresh chives or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

  2. Step 2

    Wash and cut potatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Try to make them uniform in size for even cooking.

  3. Step 3

    In a large bowl, toss the cut potatoes with olive oil until evenly coated.

  4. Step 4

    Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix and black pepper over the potatoes. Toss well to ensure all potato pieces are thoroughly coated.

  5. Step 5

    Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. This helps them get crispy.

  6. Step 6

    Bake for 25-35 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the potatoes are fork-tender inside and beautifully golden brown and crispy on the outside.

  7. Step 7

    Remove from oven, garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Tips

  • For extra crispy potatoes, soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 15-20 minutes, then drain and pat very dry before tossing with oil and seasoning.
  • Experiment with different seasoning mixes! Cajun, Italian, or even taco seasoning would be delicious.
  • Ensure potatoes are spread in a single layer with space between them on the baking sheet. If crowded, they will steam instead of crisp.

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