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These Extra Crispy Baked Garlic & Herb Wedges are so flavorful! Pair them with burgers, steak, or seafood! Just be sure to make enough, because these Garlic and Herb Wedges are always a crowd-pleaser!
Potato Wedges Recipe
Hello hello! Allow me to introduce you to my favorite “I feel like eating 5 pounds of french fries but also feel like keeping my current dress size” recipe. Crispy garlic and herb potato wedges! Baked in the oven, ridiculously easy, and ready in just 35 minutes. What’s not to love?! ♥♥♥
I love pairing these wedges with something light like a salad or omelette, but of course they also go perfectly with a big, juicy burger. So many options!
Baked Potato Wedges
It’s super easy! This brilliantly basic recipe requires just 5 ingredients, making it a minimalists dream!
You’ll need:
- Potatoes
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Best Potatoes for Potato Wedges?
For best results, use waxy potato varieties, such as Yukon Gold or Red Bliss. However in a pinch, russets can work. Be sure to scrub the exterior of the potato well and thoroughly dry before cutting. You’ll want to cut the potatoes into even wedges lengthwise. Use a sharp knife for this and of course, be careful!
How to Bake Potato Wedges
You’ll also need a large baking sheet, some tinfoil, and a baking rack (this is what I use
). The assembly takes very little effort and should take less than 10 minutes. Perfect for those nights you’re in no mood to fuss around with food.
These roasted yukon gold potato wedges do need to bake for 35 minutes, so keep that in mind when planning an “eat” time. If you’re cooking something fast like salad or eggs, I recommend prepping the wedges and popping them in the oven first, then working on the rest of the meal as they bake.
The wedges will bake on an oven-safe rack that’s been placed over a large baking sheet lined foil. You’ll bake them at 450 degrees (F) for 30 minutes. At this point you’ll crank on the broiler (or increase the temperature to the broiler setting, depending on how your oven works) and let them bake for another 3-5 minutes. This step is what gets the outside layer so darn crispy.
Tip: once the broiler is on the wedges will cook FAST. I recommend staying close by and keeping an eye on them. Once they look golden and crispy, pull them out. I always leave them in for the full 5 minutes, but I like mine EXTRA well done.
These should seriously come with a warning label; they’re SO addicting! I just know you’re going to love this crunchy potato wedges recipe!
More Potato Recipes:
- Broccoli and Cheddar Twice Baked Potatoes
- Extra Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges
- Toasted Marshmallow Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
If you try this recipe for garlic herb potato wedges, let me know! Leave a comment below and don’t forget to snap a pic and tag it #bakerbynature on Instagram! Seeing your kitchen creations makes my day. ♥
Extra Crispy Baked Garlic & Herb Potato Wedges
Ingredients
- 5 golden yukon potatoes, cut into wedges
- 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or 3 cloves fresh garlic, grated)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (more or less to taste)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees (F). Line a large baking sheet with tinfoil (shiny side up). Place a baking rack onto prepared baking sheet and set aside.
- Slice the potatoes in half (lengthwise), then cut each piece into wedges.
- Place the potato wedges into a large bowl, then add in the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, seasoning, and black pepper. Mix well, making sure each wedge is coated with oil and spices.
- Arrange the potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, then turn on the broiler and bake for another 4-5 minutes, or until they're well browned and crispy. Keep an eye here - it's easy to burn when the broiler is on!
- Cool wedges on pan for 5 minutes, then serve at once!
I have to test out this recipe, my wedges never ever turn out as crispy as these!
Yes!!! It’s baking them on the cooling rack that makes them extra crispy 😉
Dear Ashley,
I want to try this recipe but I don’t know what the broiler setting is. Is it only the grill or grill with fan? Also when I start to bake at 450 F should I use top and bottom heating? Which rank should I top or middle ? Thank you
OH MY GOODNESS! I’m on the Whole30 and this was my salvation, definitely gonna start making these when I have friends over! 10/10 would recommend
I love to make my own fries at home! These look amazing!
Made these tonight. You were not kidding when you said they were addicting! My roommates and I devoured them within minutes. Thank you for an awesome recipe!!! You are my favorite blog.
Ashley, these potato wedges look so good!!! and you are killing it on Instagram! WOW!
Thank you, Alice! You’re the sweetest <3
YESS-exactly my kind of recipe (the YUMMY but NOT MAKING ME BLOW UP INTO A FATTTYYY kind :P)-these wedges look perfect!
Haha thank you, Kayle! I bet they would be a hit with your hubby too 😉
Why yes, because being fat is absolutely the worst thing in life you can be ::rolls eyes::
Maybe check your privilege before opening your mouth next time, sweetcheeks.
All she said was she wants to keep her dress size. Relatable for any weight, I’d say.
Maybe check how you’re just looking to hate people before opening your mouth next time, sweet cheeks.
love that they are so loaded up with herbs and flavor!
Beautiful photos of a beautiful dish!! love it!
These look amazing! Yum!
I definitely lose that bet! I love crispy, oily foods like this. simple and indulgent at the same time.
Simple and indulgent are the perfect words to describe these wedges! Thanks, Annie.
Can I make these today and take them to a Super Bowl party tomorrow?