Garlic Butter Hasselback Baked Potatoes

Description

 

Garlic Butter Hasselback Baked Potatoes are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with rich buttery flavor in every bite. Thinly sliced potatoes are baked until tender, allowing the edges to crisp beautifully while the centers remain soft and creamy. Brushed generously with garlic butter and finished with a pat of melting butter and fresh herbs, these potatoes make an irresistible side dish for any meal. Whether you’re serving grilled steak, roasted chicken, pork chops, or simply enjoying them on their own, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality results using simple pantry ingredients. Perfect for family dinners, holiday feasts, backyard cookouts, or meal prep, these potatoes look impressive yet require very little effort. Customize them with shredded cheese, sour cream, crispy bacon, or fresh chives to create your own favorite version. Once you try these crispy garlic butter potatoes, they’ll quickly become one of your go-to comfort food recipes.

Ingredients For the Potatoes

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Garlic Butter

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp paprika

For Topping

• 4 tbsp cold butter, cut into cubes
• Fresh chopped chives
• Fresh parsley
• Sour cream (optional)
• Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2: Prepare the Potatoes

Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Pat them completely dry.

Step 3: Slice the Potatoes

Place each potato between two wooden spoons or chopsticks. Carefully slice thin cuts about ⅛-inch apart without cutting all the way through.

Step 4: Season

Brush each potato with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 5: First Bake

Arrange the potatoes on the prepared baking tray and bake for 40 minutes.

Step 6: Prepare Garlic Butter

While the potatoes bake, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a small bowl.

Step 7: Brush with Garlic Butter

Remove the potatoes from the oven and gently fan the slices apart. Brush the garlic butter mixture generously between the slices and over the tops.

Step 8: Second Bake

Return the potatoes to the oven and bake for another 20–25 minutes, brushing with more garlic butter halfway through.

Step 9: Add Butter

Place a cube of butter on top of each hot potato and let it melt naturally into the slices.

Step 10: Garnish

Sprinkle with chopped chives and fresh parsley. Add shredded cheddar or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Step 11: Serve

Serve immediately while hot and crispy alongside your favorite main dish.

Tips, Notes & Q&A

Tips

• Russet potatoes produce the crispiest skins and fluffiest centers.
• Wooden spoons prevent accidentally slicing completely through the potato.
• Brush with butter several times during baking for maximum flavor.
• Sprinkle Parmesan cheese during the last 10 minutes for an extra crispy topping.
• Fresh herbs added after baking provide the brightest flavor.

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes. Bake the potatoes until almost done, then finish with garlic butter and the final bake just before serving.

How do I store leftovers?
Store cooled potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Can I reheat them?
Yes. Reheat in a 375°F oven for 10–15 minutes until hot and crispy again.

Can I add cheese?
Absolutely! Sprinkle cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan over the potatoes during the final 10 minutes of baking.

Servings

Serves 4

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 41g
• Fat: 16g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 350mg

Garlic Butter Hasselback Baked Potatoes are the perfect combination of crispy edges, fluffy centers, and rich buttery garlic flavor. Easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet elegant enough for holidays and special occasions, this classic potato recipe is guaranteed to impress with every delicious bite.