Cajun Spiced Roasted Potatoes (Printable)

Crispy golden potatoes with bold Cajun spices, roasted to tender perfection for a flavorful side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces

→ Cajun Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Optional Garnish

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to form the Cajun seasoning paste.
03 - Add the potatoes to the bowl and toss thoroughly until all pieces are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
04 - Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down for extra crispiness.
05 - Roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender inside.
06 - Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The spice blend hits every perfect note smoky, garlicky, and just enough warmth to make things interesting without overwhelming anyone
  • They reheat shockingly well, which means you can make a double batch and eat like royalty all week
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the number one mistake people make, leading to soggy potatoes instead of the crispy ones everyone raves about
  • Letting the roasted potatoes rest on the hot baking sheet for a couple minutes after cooking helps them develop even more crunch
03 -
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet to prevent any spicy oil from dripping into your oven and creating a mess
  • Let the baking sheet heat up in the oven for a few minutes before adding the potatoes for extra crispy bottoms

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