Seasoned Potatoes

5 from 14 votes

These roasted bite size potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly flavored with herbs and spices!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword bite size potatoes, oven roasted potatoes, roast potato seasoning, roasted bite size potatoes, seasoned potatoes

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings people

Calories 168kcal

24 ounce package petite red potatoes or baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved or quartered into bite-size pieces
1 (0.7 ounce) packet Italian dressing mix (I use Good Seasons brand)
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or other herbs

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray. Place the potatoes in a large bowl or zip-top plastic bag.
In a small bowl, whisk together the dry Italian dressing mix, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Pour the oil mixture over the potatoes and gently toss to coat. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring with a spatula about every 10-15 minutes. The potatoes are done when they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs, if desired. Serve immediately.

Don't skimp on the olive oil, since this essential ingredient helps the potatoes crisp in the oven, adds flavor, and prevents them from sticking to the pan.

Do not prepare the salad dressing according to the package instructions -- simply use the packet of dry seasoning. This is different from an Italian seasoning blend, since the dressing mix also includes sugar and thickening agents that help the potatoes crisp in the oven.