Name: Italian Roasted Red Skinned Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds of red-skinned potatoes boiled whole, drained cooled, and cut into cubes; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt to taste (or use just salt and pepper to taste); 2 teaspoons of oregano dried; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes; 2 teaspoons granulated garlic powder and more for breadcrumbs see instructions below; 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese; cayenne if you prefer a little heat; Optional: 1 sprig of freshly chopped rosemary and 1 teaspoon of fresh chopped thyme, cayenne if you prefer a little heat; Topping:; 1 cup of Italian flavored breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese; 1/2 cup olive oil divided; cooking spray oil; Note: you can substitute all fresh herbs for dried ones when available and you can also add more or fewer herbs and seasoning to taste

If you're a fan of red-skinned potatoes we have just the recipe for you to make with an Italian and Herb Parmesan coating you're going to love.

Making any kind of potatoes with the skins still remaining on is an easy side with less prepping to do plus the benefit of extra vitamins leaving them on.

The coating is bursting with a crispy outside using Italian breadcrumbs and garlic herb coating in flavor to make this side dish pair perfectly with any meal you're preparing.

We love using our homemade Seasoning salt that has the perfect blend of spices.

Of course, if you're not a fan of the red-skinned potato you can use any kind, however, you probably googled red-skinned potatoes since you landed here right?

Our combination has grated cheese plus herbs, and garlic to make these roasted potatoes taste off the charts delicious and then garnished with toasted breadcrumbs, they because the most asked-for potato with all meals!

We also loved these as breakfast potatoes and if there were any leftovers, Mom would repurpose them into scrambled eggs for a delicious Italian Potato Frittata.

Perfect for large parties, taking to picnics and so easy no-fuss potatoes to throw together quickly just scroll past all the tips and tricks to the end for a printable copy of this recipe.

roasted red skinned potatoes with herbs and breadcrumbs

Potato Lovers and Health Benefits

These potatoes are always on the menu for hosting big parties and events in our Italian family.

Perfect for house weddings, baby showers, birthdays, barbecues, you name the holiday or occasion, these are always the first side dish everyone asks me to make or bring somewhere!

Red potatoes are a healthy part of our diet because of the thin, nutrient-filled skins, and are loaded with fiber, B vitamins, iron, and potassium.

Plus half of the fiber of a potato comes from the skin but either way, if skins aren't your thing, just remove them as they will fall off quite easily after boiling them whole.

The crispy crunch after being roasted with toasted breadcrumbs will still be a great addition to skinless potatoes.

I have several suggestions for topping additions to make them a whole meal if you're a huge potato fan and need nothing else for dinner (see my suggestions below).

With just a few pantry ingredients you'll be on your way to having everyone beg you for this recipe with one taste.

Simple Ingredients You Will Need (refer to the recipe card for exact measurements below)

red-skinned potatoes peeled cubed and (boiled with skins on or off work use whatever you like)
seasoning salt
granulated garlic powder
cooking oil spray
fresh or dried assorted herbs
salt, pepper, and optional cayenne to taste
olive oil
toasted breadcrumbs
Pecorino Romano and Parmesan cheese blend

cubed raw potatoes with herbs and olive oil

Optional Toppings(after Cooking)

shredded provolone, mozzarella, or (Italian blends of shredded cheese) melted on top
chopped fresh sauteed spinach with feta cheese
chili with meat, beans, and melted cheddar
broccoli, cauliflower riced, with melted shredded sharp cheddar
salsa, tortilla chips crushed, refried beans, and melted queso or cheddar
any fresh or roasted chopped vegetables or stir fry
leftover cooked chicken with buffalo wing sauce, ranch, or blue cheese
lettuce, chopped tomato, sliced black olives, with Italian dressing on top
leftover thinly sliced cooked meat melted provolone
sauteed mushrooms, peppers, and scrambled cooked eggs with melted provolone or mozzarella
cooked white rice, sauteed ground beef, tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese melted on top
sliced pepperoni, tomato sauce, and mozzarella

Tools You Will Need

deep pan for boiling potatoes
knife
large baking sheet
parchment paper
if you prefer to remove the skins, boil the potato with the skins on, cool, then remove (easier than peeling)

Tips for Cooking Methods

for the air fryer: preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Brush the cooking basket with oil spray. Season and brush the potatoes with butter or cooking spray. Air Fry for 25 to 30 minutes or until crispy
for boiling: (and not using another method of cooking) just add the herbs, seasoning, and cheese after cooking drained add in a bowl then top with toasted breadcrumbs and grated cheese. Tip: always salt the water when boiling
for microwave: brush raw potatoes with butter, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, seasoning, garlic powder salt, pepper
for pan-fried: fry the boiled potatoes in olive oil and a little butter until crispy sprinkle with cheese, herbs, and cheese after frying
for a little heat add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper
Note: for extra dark and crunchy just cook them until they get dark brown

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Boiled Potatoes

Roasted red-skinned potatoes are one of our all-time favorite Italian-coated side dishes!

They're perfect for a busy cook's weeknight side dish and great reheated in the oven or air fryer.

We love using different topping suggestions during the week to repurpose leftovers for instance topping with leftover chili, stir fry, or roasted vegetables turns the potatoes into a whole meal.

If you're looking for a quick recipe, and a fast way to get those potato side dishes on the table this will delight any spud lover!