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Crispy Breakfast Potatoes Recipe

4.6 from 72 reviews

These Crispy Breakfast Potatoes are perfectly roasted russet potatoes seasoned with a blend of garlic, onion, paprika, and herbs for a flavorful and crunchy side dish. Oven-roasted at high heat then broiled for extra crispiness, they make a versatile accompaniment to breakfast meals or a tasty snack on their own.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 800g russet potatoes

Seasoning and Oil

  • 12 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp paprika powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika powder
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper (use less if fine black pepper)
  • ¼ tsp chipotle powder or cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Flaky sea salt for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure it is hot enough to crisp the potatoes properly during roasting.
  2. Prepare Potatoes: Wash and peel the russet potatoes if desired or leave the skin on. Dice them into evenly sized pieces for even cooking, then spread them out on a large baking sheet. Use a paper towel to absorb excess moisture which helps in achieving crispiness.
  3. Oil and Toss: Drizzle the potatoes with 1 to 2 tablespoons of avocado oil and toss to coat evenly, which helps in roasting and flavor development.
  4. Season: In a separate bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, sea salt, black pepper, and optional chipotle or cayenne powder. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the potatoes and toss well to ensure all pieces are coated.
  5. Roast Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes. This initial roasting softens the potatoes and begins crisping the edges.
  6. Broil for Crispiness: After 15 minutes, gently toss the potatoes to flip them for even cooking. Turn on the oven’s broiler and roast for another 10 minutes to develop a crunchy crust. If your oven doesn’t have a broiler function, keep it at 450°F and monitor closely to prevent burning.
  7. Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven and optionally sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve hot alongside scrambled eggs, vegetables, or your favorite savory breakfast dishes, or enjoy on their own with ketchup or other condiments.

Notes

  • Use russet potatoes for best texture and crispiness.
  • For extra crispiness, spread potatoes in a single layer with minimal overlap on the baking sheet.
  • Adjust the amount of chipotle or cayenne powder to control the spice level or omit for mild flavor.
  • Using a broiler helps achieve a perfect crispy crust but watch closely as broilers can burn food quickly.
  • These potatoes can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.

Keywords: Crispy breakfast potatoes, oven roasted potatoes, breakfast side dish, seasoned potatoes, russet potatoes