Description
Cheesy Ranch Oven Roasted Potatoes combine crispy, golden baby potatoes with flavorful ranch seasoning and melted cheddar cheese, creating a comforting and hearty side dish perfect for family dinners, barbecues, or cozy movie nights.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
Seasoning
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Cheese and Garnish
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired to make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Seasoning Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to create a uniform seasoning mixture.
- Coat Potatoes: Add the halved baby potatoes to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange for Roasting: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
- Roast Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes, turning the potatoes halfway through to promote even cooking and browning.
- Add Cheese: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the roasted potatoes.
- Melt Cheese: Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh chives if desired before serving.
Notes
- Halving baby potatoes ensures even cooking and a crispy exterior.
- Turning the potatoes halfway through roasting helps them brown evenly.
- Using parchment paper on the baking sheet makes cleanup simpler.
- Fresh chives add a pop of color and mild onion flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For extra crispiness, make sure the potatoes are spread out without overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cheesy ranch potatoes, oven roasted potatoes, cheesy potatoes, ranch seasoned potatoes, baked potatoes side dish
