Ultra Crispy Oven-Baked Potato Wedges

These ultra crispy baked potato wedges are the perfect balance of crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Seasoned with aromatic spices and coated in finely grated Parmesan, they bake up golden and irresistible without deep frying. This easy side dish pairs beautifully with grilled dishes, sandwiches, or can be enjoyed on its own with your favorite dipping sauce.

The secret to extra crispiness is removing excess moisture from the potatoes and spreading them out in a single layer so they roast instead of steam. High heat, olive oil, and the right seasoning blend do the rest.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crispy edges with a soft, tender center
Made with simple pantry ingredients
Oven-baked, not fried
Perfect as a side dish or snack
Easy to customize with different spices

Ingredients

4 medium Russet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into wedges
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Cooking spray or extra olive oil for the pan

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly coat it with cooking spray or olive oil.
After cutting the potatoes into evenly sized wedges, pat them completely dry using paper towels. This step is important for achieving maximum crispiness.
Place the potato wedges in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss well until all pieces are evenly coated.
Add onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss again until the seasoning mixture coats every wedge.
Arrange the potato wedges on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they do not touch or overlap.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through, until they are golden brown, crisp on the outside, and fork-tender on the inside.
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little extra Parmesan if desired.
Serve hot for best texture and flavor.

Tips for Extra Crispy Potato Wedges

Always dry the potatoes thoroughly before seasoning
Use a hot oven to promote browning
Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet
Flip halfway through baking for even crispness
Finely grated Parmesan works best for coating

Serving Suggestions

These potato wedges are delicious served with garlic yogurt dip, classic ketchup, spicy mayo, or a creamy herb sauce. They also make a great side for roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, or homemade burgers.