5 from 16 votes
Crispy Oven Baked Potato Wedges
This recipe yields potato wedges with crisp, browned edges and a tender interior. The wedges are coated in olive oil and a blend of sweet paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder, giving them a smoky and mildly spicy flavor. Baking at a high temperature allows the potatoes to develop a crisp surface. Soaking the cut potatoes in cold water before baking helps remove excess starch for better crispness, making these wedges a satisfying side dish or snack.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
40 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings:
6
servings
Calories:
235 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds potato about 8-10 medium-size
- 4 Tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika or smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Wash the potatoes well, then slice into wedges, either by cutting the potatoes into fourths or eighths, depending on how large your potatoes are. In a small bowl, combine all of the spices.
- For extra crispy potato wedges, soak the cut potatoes in a large bowl of very cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain off and pat dry before seasoning and baking. This step is optional, but it does make a difference in achieving the crispiest baked potato wedges!
- Drizzle the potato wedges generously with olive oil and toss to coat, then sprinkle with the barbecue seasoning blend and toss again until all of the spices are evenly distributed. Spread the potatoes out on a large baking sheet so they are in a single layer.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until fork-tender with browned, crispy exteriors. Remove from oven and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Any potato variety can be used, though red potatoes and Yukon Golds are preferred for texture.
- For extra crispness, soak potato wedges in cold water for 30 minutes before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat wedges in an air fryer or oven at 400°F for about 10 minutes to regain crispiness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
235kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Sodium
408mg
(17%)
Potassium
833mg
(18%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
399IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
37mg
(41%)
Calcium
29mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 235
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 235kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Sodium | 408mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 833mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 399IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 37mg | 41% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.