Description
Crispy Parmesan Crusted Potato Rounds showcase golden potato slices lavished with sharp cheese and herbs. Mediterranean flavors meld beautifully with each perfectly seasoned bite, delivering irresistible comfort right to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large potatoes, sliced into rounds
- ½ cup (120 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
Seasoning and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish and Toppings:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
- ¼ cup (60 ml) bacon bits
- ¼ cup (60 ml) chopped green onions
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and slice potatoes into uniform, medium-thick rounds approximately 1/4 inch (0.6 centimeters) thick to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a non-stick baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Transfer potato slices into a spacious mixing bowl, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, ensuring each slice is lightly and evenly coated.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper over the potato rounds, gently tossing to distribute seasonings uniformly.
- Carefully spread the seasoned potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they do not overlap to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through cooking to promote even browning.
- While potatoes are roasting, prepare the loaded dip by combining sour cream, crispy bacon bits, finely chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar cheese in a small mixing bowl.
- Remove potato rounds from the oven once they turn golden brown and develop a crispy exterior with tender inner texture.
- Transfer the parmesan-crusted potato rounds to a serving platter and accompany with the prepared loaded dip for an appetizing presentation.
- Serve immediately while the potato rounds are hot and crisp to enjoy optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Crisp up your potato rounds perfectly by ensuring they’re cut uniformly and not overcrowded on the baking sheet for maximum golden-brown edges.
- Grate fresh Parmesan cheese for a more intense, authentic flavor that melts beautifully and creates a crunchier coating compared to pre-packaged options.
- Elevate the dish’s taste by using high-quality paprika and freshly ground black pepper, which intensify the seasoning’s depth and complexity.
- Prep your baking sheet with parchment paper or a light coating of cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Transform this side dish into a crowd-pleasing appetizer by serving with the zesty loaded dip, which adds creamy and savory dimensions to the crispy potatoes.
- Allow potato rounds to rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to achieve maximum crispiness and help them set properly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg