Parmesan Garlic Oven Potato Wedges

Golden, crispy potatoes seasoned just right and baked until tender — a family favorite side or simple supper

These crispy oven-baked potato wedges are one of those simple side dishes that somehow turn into the main event. With tender centers, golden edges, and just the right blend of seasoning, they disappear fast at our house. Sometimes I make a big pan and call it supper — and no one complains.

Soaking the potatoes before baking helps them crisp up beautifully, while olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning give them comforting, familiar flavor. A sprinkle of Parmesan at the end adds a salty finish that makes them hard to resist. Serve them alongside your favorite meal or with a dipping sauce and enjoy every bite.

Ingredients: 

3–4 large russet potatoes
4 Tbs. olive oil
2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/4 c. shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet and set it aside.

Wash the potatoes well, scrubbing away any dirt. Slice each potato into evenly sized wedges.

Soak the potatoes by placing the wedges in a large bowl of very cold water. Let them soak for 30 minutes to help remove excess starch, which leads to crispier potatoes.

Drain and dry thoroughly. Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with paper towels or a clean, lint-free kitchen towel. This step is important for good browning.

Season the potatoes. Place the dried potato wedges into a large bowl. Drizzle the olive oil over the top and toss until all the wedges are evenly coated.

In a small bowl, mix together the salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the potatoes and toss again to coat evenly.

Arrange on the baking sheet in a single layer, placing the wedges skin-side down whenever possible.

Bake for 25–35 minutes, turning once if desired, until the potatoes are fork-tender and beautifully golden.

Remove from the oven and serve hot. 

Serving Suggestions

These potato wedges are wonderfully versatile and pair well with just about anything:

• Serve alongside baked or grilled chicken, pork chops, or burgers

• Add them to a comfort-food plate with meatloaf and green beans

• Turn them into a simple meal by serving with ranch, ketchup, honey mustard, or garlic aioli

• Pair with a fresh green salad to balance the richness

• Serve them straight from the pan as an easy game-night or movie-night dinner

Sometimes the simplest meals really are the best. 

Variations

• Extra Cheesy: Sprinkle additional Parmesan over the potatoes during the last 5 minutes of baking

• Herb Swap: Replace Italian seasoning with dried rosemary, thyme, or oregano

• Spicy Kick: Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or smoked paprika

• Crispier Finish: Increase oven temperature to 425°F for the last 5–10 minutes

• No Cheese Option: Skip the Parmesan and finish with a light sprinkle of sea salt