The perfect side dish, Crispy Smashed Skillet potatoes are easy and addicting.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time1 hourhr
Total Time1 hourhr20 minutesmins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6servings
Calories: 131kcal
Author: Kellie
Ingredients
1 1/2poundssmall yellow potatoesI used Melissa's Pee-Wee potatoes
5garlic clovescrushed
3sprigs fresh thyme
3tablespoonsextra virgin olive oilI use California Olive Ranch
kosher salt and pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Season generously with salt and bring the potatoes to a boil. Cook the potatoes until fork tender, approximately 20 minutes depending on their size.
Drain the potatoes and transfer to a large skillet or cast iron pan. Gently press down on each potato to smash them being careful not to go all the way through. Place the garlic and thyme on top of the potatoes and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Roast the potatoes in the oven for approximately 30-40 minutes being sure to toss the potatoes with an oven proof spatula every 10-15 minutes.