Italian Oven Potatoes

Transform your everyday side dish into a Mediterranean masterpiece with this recipe for Italian Oven Potatoes! Featuring tender Yukon Gold potatoes roasted to golden perfection, this recipe combines fresh rosemary, thyme, and a touch of garlic for an irresistibly fragrant and flavorful result. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ensures the potatoes are crispy on the outside while remaining melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside. Optional red chili flakes add a subtle heat, elevating this dish to new heights. Perfectly simple yet bursting with rustic Italian flavors, these oven-roasted potatoes pair beautifully with any main course, from grilled chicken to hearty roasted vegetables. Ready in just under an hour, this easy, crowd-pleasing side dish will quickly become a dinner staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
• 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 1 tsp Fresh thyme
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Wash and scrub the Yukon Gold potatoes thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

Cut the potatoes into evenly sized wedges or cubes, about 1-inch thick, to ensure even cooking.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the potatoes, olive oil, minced garlic (or crush the cloves lightly and leave them whole for a milder flavor), rosemary sprigs, thyme, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Toss until the potatoes are well coated with the oil and seasonings.

Step 5

Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly across the baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer and not crowded. This helps them achieve maximum crispiness.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the potatoes for 35-40 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even browning.

Step 7

The potatoes are ready when they are golden, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside. Remove them from the oven and discard the rosemary sprigs.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding a touch more salt or pepper.

Step 9

Serve the Italian Oven Potatoes immediately as a side dish with your favorite main course, such as grilled chicken or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	974 grams (974.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1058

Total Fat 42.70g	55%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2424mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 164.80g	60%
Dietary Fiber 13.30g	48%
Total Sugars 6.20g
Protein 19.40g	39%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 3874mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 58.8%