Crispy Garlic Herb Roasted Potato Skins Recipe
These Crispy Garlic Herb Roasted Potato Skins are a delicious appetizer or snack featuring russet potato skins seasoned with fragrant herbs, garlic, paprika, and optionally topped with Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of flavor. Perfectly roasted to golden crispness and garnished with fresh parsley, they make a savory treat ideal for gatherings or a tasty side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 large russet potatoes
Herb Oil Seasoning
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings (Optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the potatoes and potato skins.
- Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and scrub the russet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Pat them dry and pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake Potatoes: Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or on a baking sheet. Bake for about 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool & Scoop: Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool for 10-15 minutes until safe to handle. Cut each potato in half lengthwise and gently scoop out most of the flesh, leaving about a 1/4 inch layer of potato attached to the skin.
- Prepare Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried thyme, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed to create a flavorful garlic herb oil.
- Brush the Potato Skins: Using a brush or spoon, coat the inside of each potato skin generously with the prepared herb oil mixture for maximum flavor.
- Roast the Potato Skins: Arrange the potato skins cut side up on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the edges are crisp and golden brown.
- Add Cheese (Optional): In the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle grated Parmesan over the potato skins to melt and add a cheesy crust.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove the potato skins from the oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy as is.
Notes
- Use russet potatoes as they have a sturdy skin that crisps well when roasted.
- Be careful not to scoop out too much potato flesh to prevent skins from breaking.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a nice savory flavor and crispy texture.
- These potato skins can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.
- Leftover skins can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.
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