Crispy Smashed Potatoes (Extra Easy)

What Are Smashed Potatoes

Smashed potatoes are baby potatoes that have been precooked (boiled), smashed flat and then broiled. They result in crispy tops and edges, while maintaining soft and fluffy inside.

Make a big batch for meal prep throughout the week, just bake them when you are ready to eat. Or, scroll down to learn how to make these potatoes in advance! These potatoes are enough to impress a dinner party.

How to Make Smashed Potatoes

It is so easy to make crispy, smashed potatoes. Just boil, smash, and bake! Here are the simple steps:

• Boil Potatoes: Add the small potatoes to a pot of salted water and boil the potatoes until they cook (fork tender).
• Smash Potatoes: Add cooked potatoes to a parchment-lined baking sheet and smash each potato with a potato masher. Brush the smashed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic salt.
• Broil Potatoes: Broil the potatoes until golden brown and crispy. Top with bacon, cheese and herbs.

Recipe Variations

There are so many ways you can customize this crispy smashed potatoes recipe. Whether you like them cheesy, herby or loaded up, here are some ways you can serve this dish:

• Loaded Potato – bacon, cheese, and green onions on top of the crispy potatoes.
• Garlic Herb Infused – a drizzle of melted butter, some chopped dill and fresh minced garlic.
• Cheesy – you can sprinkle just a little Parmesan cheese (or other shredded cheese of choice) or load them up so the cheese melts and forms a crispy, cheesy layer.
• Salt and Pepper – prefer simpler flavors to pair with your meal? Just drizzle with olive and season with salt and pepper. This is a great vegan/dairy-free option.

Serving Smashed Potatoes

Crispy smashed potatoes are the perfect side dish! Serve alongside your favorite protein such as air fryer chicken thighs or baked steak. Or pair with some other sides like quick pickles or a pickled salad. The best part about this potato recipe is that it is so versatile, especially when you make different variations. 

Making Smashed Potatoes Ahead

To make the smashed potatoes ahead of time, you can boil the baby potatoes a day or two in advance. Store the boiled potatoes in an airtight container in the fridge. When ready to eat, just smash the pre-boiled potatoes and bake according to the recipe. You may need to add an extra minute or two since the potatoes are cold.

You can also prep the toppings in advance. The bacon can be cooked and crumbled a couple days ahead of time. The fresh herbs can be washed and chopped the day before.

More Potato Recipes to Try

• Air Fryer Baked Potatoes – the crispiest skin paired with a super tender inside.
• Cream Mushroom Potatoes – rich, creamy, and made with just several simple ingredients.
• Air Fryer Potato Skins – a healthy spin on loaded potato skins.
• 3 Ingredient Roasted Potatoes – only 3 ingredients for an easy side dish.
• Air Fryer Potato Wedges – crispiness of your favorite french fries without the frying!

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Recipe

Smashed Potatoes

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Servings

8 servings

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Total Time 1 hr

Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin

Smashed Potatoes are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside and absolutely delicious! These baby potatoes are made by boiling, smashing and then broiling for that rustic texture. They only take 15 minutes of your time, but can easily feed a crowd.

Ingredients

• 12 small potatoes
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
• 1 cup bacon crisps
• 1/4 cup herbs chopped
• 1 tbsp garlic parsley salt to taste

US Units – Metric

Instructions

• Rinse potatoes. Place them in a pot of salted water and boil until they are cooked. To check for doneness, gently poke a potato using a fork.
  
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place cooked potatoes on the baking sheet, leaving plenty of space between each one.
  
• Use a potato masher to smash each potato flat.
  
• Brush each smashed potato with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic salt. Broil the potatoes in the oven until they are golden brown and crispy.
  
• Top each potato with bacon crisps, cheese and herbs.
  

Nutrition Facts

Smashed Potatoes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 219 Calories from Fat 180

% Daily Value*

Fat 20g31%

Saturated Fat 7g35%

Trans Fat 1g

Cholesterol 28mg9%

Sodium 1559mg65%

Potassium 73mg2%

Carbohydrates 1g0%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 148IU3%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 152mg15%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.