This Smashed Potatoes Recipe is a fun little side dish. They’re nice and soft with just a little bit of crispy coating from the skin. I love using baby potatoes for these smash potatoes because they’re the perfect size. Smashed Baby Potatoes are like a mix between fries and mini baked potatoes…or somewhere in between! They are just so tasty!
Smashed Potatoes Recipe – Smashed Baby Potatoes
This smashed potatoes recipe is so simple but so delicious. Smashed baby potatoes are the next great potato side dish!
I love this Smashed Potatoes Recipe. Potatoes are kind of a staple dish, so I’m always looking for new ways to cook them. There’s definitely no shortage of recipes around here. You’ve got your baked potatoes, your home fries, and your mashed potatoes. But there’s always room for another tasty potato recipe if you ask me.
Smash Potatoes are a great addition to any meal. The texture and the simple flavor of these smashed baby potatoes is exactly what I crave.
Simple side dishes are a must in any household…things that are quick and easy to make but still taste absolutely delicious. Something like this just goes with everything, whether you’re cooking an easy chicken recipe, a tasty pork dish, or something extra fancy.
If you are in need of another spud recipe, one that is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, one that can even be considered a finger food if no one is watching…then you are definitely going to love these smash potatoes!
This Smashed Potatoes Recipe is the perfect side dish for any meal. If you’re looking for something different to try, make these Smash Potatoes!
What are Smash Potatoes?
You might be wondering what smash potatoes are. A lot of people might hear that term and think of mashed potatoes, but that’s now what we’re making here!
It might be a little more clear if we just refer to them as Smashed Baby Potatoes…because that’s exactly what they are! While you can make smashed potatoes with any size or type of potato, I like using baby potatoes. I think they’re the perfect size! We smash them up just enough to make them flat, but not enough to make them mashed.
It creates a potato dish that’s mashed on the inside, but still crispy on the outside. Everything stays intact so you could pick them up and eat them one by one like fries. But they definitely look more like smashed baked potatoes.
All I know is that this smashed potatoes recipe is absolutely delicious!
What to serve with Smashed Potatoes
I love that this easy side dish is so versatile and goes with almost any main dish. The flavors lend themselves perfectly to a simple lunch or a dressy date night. Here are some of our favorite meals to serve with these Simple Smashed Potatoes:
- Oven Fried Chicken Breast
- Creamy Caesar Chicken
- Basil Cream Chicken
- Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops
- Best Crab Cakes
- Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu
- Stovetop Burgers
- Parmesan Crusted Tilapia
- Baked Pesto Salmon
How to Make Smash Potatoes
This Smashed Potatoes Recipe is super easy and straightforward. There aren’t many steps here, so don’t worry about things getting complicated. It’s just a simple recipe for a simple dish.
How to Make Smash Potatoes:
- Steam or boil potatoes for about 15-20 minutes (or until tender)
- Cover a baking pan with foil and drizzle with olive oil
- Once the potatoes have cooked, place each one on the baking tray
- Use a potato masher to gently flatten each baby potato
- Sprinkle with preferred seasonings & herbs
- Bake at 450 degrees for 20-25 minutes
Feel free to add a bit more olive oil, or even a bit of butter, after taking them out of the oven for extra flavor. These baby smashed potatoes will get eaten up so fast!
If you want a variation on this recipe, try our LOADED Smashed Potatoes. Same idea, but loaded with bacon, cheese, and sour cream!
I know you’re going to love this Smashed Potatoes Recipe! It’s always fun to try a new potato dish, and these smashed potatoes are the perfect thing to try. They’re easy to make and the flavors are simple. They make a great addition to any meal.
If you liked this Smashed Potatoes Recipe, try these other potato recipes:
- Best Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
- Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
- Crockpot Potatoes Recipe
- Cheesy Garlic Herb Scalloped Potatoes
- Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes
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Smashed Potatoes Recipe with Herbs
Ingredients
- 12 Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes I love the tiny potatoes for this recipe.
- Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper
- Opt. – favorite herbs Rosemary, Dill, Parisien
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
- Steam or boil the potatoes until tender. (steaming is my preference)
- Spray a foil-lined baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Drizzle the sheet pan with olive oil.
- Place the cooked and dried potatoes on the baking sheet and leave 2 inches between potatoes.
- Use a potato masher and press gently but firmly on each potato until flattened.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes.
- Sprinkle with salt & pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle with favorite herbs like Thyme, Rosemary or Parisien.
- Bake at 450 degrees for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy on the bottom.
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Nutrition Information
I made these to put on top of vegan chorizo tacos and they were truly fantastic. My partner said they were better than hash browns which is a glowing review on his part :)
Sounds delicious, Rebecca!
You can make this recipe even easier by microwaving the baby potatoes for 3 mins. Place on cutting board and gently pound with small motions with the bottom of a bowl or plate. Put the oil in a skillet, let it get hot. Sprinkle potatoes with a drizzle of oil and spices, s & p. Fry for until golden brown on both sides. Just before finish add a couple pats of good butter. I usually cook on both sides for about 6 mins. on med-high.
Thanks for the ideas, Tammy!!
What a fun way to make mashed potatoes.