Melt In Your Mouth Potatoes Recipe
This Melt In Your Mouth Potatoes recipe features tender Yukon Gold or baby potatoes baked in a savory blend of melted butter, olive oil, garlic, and herbs. The addition of broth ensures the potatoes stay moist and flavorful, resulting in a golden, fork-tender dish that’s perfect as a comforting side for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 lbs (900 g) Yukon Gold or baby potatoes
Seasoning and Sauce
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
- Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and lightly grease a baking dish to prepare it for the potatoes.
- Prepare the potatoes: Peel the potatoes and slice them into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rounds. Arrange them in a single layer in the greased baking dish for even cooking.
- Make the butter mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, olive oil, finely minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried herbs if using. Mix well to blend all flavors.
- Coat the potatoes: Generously brush the butter and herb mixture over the potato slices ensuring each piece is well coated for maximum flavor.
- Add the broth: Carefully pour the chicken or vegetable broth into the baking dish around the potatoes without pouring directly over them, to keep the tops crispy while keeping moisture in the dish.
- Bake: Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes. Flip the potatoes halfway through baking to ensure even browning and cooking.
- Finish and serve: Remove the dish from the oven, spoon some of the buttery broth from the bottom over the potatoes for extra moisture and flavor, then garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Using Yukon Gold or baby potatoes helps achieve the perfect creamy texture inside.
- Be sure to flip the potatoes halfway to get even golden color on both sides.
- You can substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian-friendly.
- For extra flavor, experiment by adding different herbs such as rosemary or thyme.
- Serve these potatoes as a delicious side to roasted meats, grilled dishes, or as part of a vegetarian meal.
Keywords: baked potatoes, roasted potatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes, side dish, garlic potatoes, buttery potatoes
