12 Crispy Potato Recipes That Deserve Their Own Applause
There’s something deeply satisfying about that first bite of a perfectly crispy potato— golden on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and seasoned just right. These 12 recipes take the humble potato and turn it into pure crunchy perfection, from classic fries and smashed potatoes to creative twists you’ve never tried before. Whether you’re serving them as a side or making them the star of the meal, each one delivers that irresistible crunch you’ll crave again and again. Grab your pan (and maybe a little extra salt) — it’s time to give crispy potatoes the standing ovation they deserve.
Crispy Crushed Roasted New Potatoes
Crispy roasted crushed new potatoes are a wonderfully low-maintenance comfort food side dish that complements everything from meat to fish. They will take around an hour and 10 minutes from start to finish but they are very easy allowing you to get the centrepiece of your meal perfect!
Crispy Loaded Potato Skins
This Crispy Loaded Potato Skins recipe is one of our favorite Game Day appetizers that is perfect for any party! Topped with sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon bits, green onions, and served with sour cream for dipping, everybody raves about these savory bites!
Crispy Baked Potato Wedges
Big, bold barbecue flavors make these Crispy Baked Potato Wedges an incredibly delicious and easy side dish to any meal. They’re seasoned perfectly and easily customizable, with a crispy outside and soft, buttery interior.
Hasselback Potatoes (With one SECRET Ingredient!)
If you like crispy potatoes, you are going to love these EASY Hasselback Potatoes! And my SECRET ingredient sends them over the top!
Perfect Seasoned Fries
These seasoned fries taste even better than a restaurant! Bake them until crispy with this magic seasoning blend and prepare to be amazed.
Parmesan Potatoes
Imagine: roasted potatoes that are crispy outside, tender inside, and covered in crunchy Parmesan cheese. Yes, you need these Parmesan potatoes stat.
Crispy Home Fries
Crispy Home Fries are a potato-must for Sunday brunch or a dinner side dish. This home fries recipe helps make the perfect crispy potatoes and pairs them with onion, garlic and mild seasoning. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, these are the best potatoes.
Crispy Pan-Fried Potatoes
These crispy pan fried potatoes are the perfect combo of salty and savory. They’re simple to cook and make for an easy dinner side or a great addition to brunch.
Roasted Mini Potatoes
Need an easy side dish? Try these roasted mini potatoes! They’re perfectly seasoned, tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.
Brabant Potatoes
Crispy potatoes drizzled with rich garlic butter! These Brabant Potatoes are a New Orleans classic and will quickly become one of your family’s favorite side dishes.
Crispy Skillet Potatoes with Bacon and Herbs
These Skillet Potatoes are perfectly seasoned and pan fried to golden perfection.
Straw Potatoes or Crispy Matchstick Potatoes
Straw potatoes or matchstick potatoes are a delicious crispy side dish, they cook in minutes and just need a good whack of salt and pepper.
