Cajun Spiced Roasted Potatoes (Printable)

Crispy, tender potatoes coated in vibrant Cajun spices make a flavorful side for any meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

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

→ Seasonings

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1 tsp onion powder
06 - 1 tsp dried oregano
07 - ½ tsp dried thyme
08 - ½ tsp cayenne pepper
09 - ½ tsp black pepper
10 - 1 tsp salt

→ Garnish

11 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
12 - Lemon wedges

# 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, toss the potato pieces with olive oil until evenly coated.
03 - In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
04 - Sprinkle the spice blend over the potatoes and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces.
05 - Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
07 - Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The spice blend hits every flavor note without overwhelming your palate
  • These potatoes reheat beautifully so you can make them ahead for busy weeknights
02 -
  • Don't skip flipping the potatoes halfway through or you'll end up with one soft side and one burnt side
  • Letting the potatoes cool on the pan for 5 minutes helps them develop an extra crispy bottom
03 -
  • Double or triple the spice blend and store it in a jar for instant potato dinners
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet to prevent those pesky potato pieces from sliding off

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