Description
These crispy baked potato wedges are an easy, flavorful, and healthier alternative to traditional fries. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, onion, and smoked paprika, they’re baked to golden perfection—crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or side dish for burgers, wraps, or chili.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scrub and dry the potatoes, then slice each in half lengthwise and cut into even wedges.
- In a large bowl, toss the wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange the wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each piece for even crisping.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping the wedges and rotating the pans halfway through cooking.
- Remove when golden and crisp on the outside and fork-tender inside. Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan if desired, and season with extra salt to taste.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use Russet potatoes and avoid peeling them.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet to prevent steaming.
- Flip the wedges halfway through baking for even browning.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to retain texture.
- Pair with sauces like ketchup, chipotle mayo, or ranch for serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: baked potato wedges, crispy potato wedges, oven fries, easy potato recipe, healthy side dish