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The Ultimate Crispy Oven Roasted Breakfast Potatoes: Flavor Secrets & Technique Guide

A white plate piled high with golden brown, crispy breakfast potatoes sprinkled with fresh chopped parsley.
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Learn the simple strategy to make breakfast potatoes that are perfectly golden, crispy outside, and tender inside every time. This oven-roasted method is easy and packed with garlic and paprika flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and diced into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Place the diced potatoes in a large bowl. The key to crispiness starts here: do not rinse the potatoes, as the surface starch helps create a crust.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the avocado oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the seasoned oil mixture over the potatoes. Toss thoroughly until every piece is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the seasoned potatoes onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary. Overcrowding causes steaming, which leads to sogginess.
  6. Roast for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the pan from the oven and carefully flip the potatoes using a spatula. This ensures even browning on all sides.
  8. Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are deep golden brown and crispy.
  9. Remove from the oven, sprinkle immediately with fresh parsley, and serve hot alongside your favorite eggs or bacon.

Notes

  • For extra crispy breakfast potatoes, soak the diced potatoes in very hot tap water for 10 minutes, then drain completely and pat them bone-dry with paper towels before seasoning. This removes excess surface starch that can burn.
  • If you prefer a skillet breakfast potatoes method, use a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil, then the potatoes in a single layer. Cook without stirring for 8-10 minutes until the bottom is browned, then flip and continue cooking until done.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free breakfast potatoes.

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