Oven roasted country potatoes are the perfect side dish for any meal of the day. Cubed potatoes, onions, bell pepper, and savory seasoning are roasted to perfection in the oven.
Country potatoes, sometimes called home fries, are a classic side dish that's both hearty and crowd-pleasing. They're easy to prepare in the oven, keeping the stove top free for scrambled eggs and bacon.
Onion, bell pepper, and simple savory seasonings add plenty of flavor to these simple potatoes. Plus they're easy to customize with other ingredients, like mushrooms, fresh chopped chives, or melted cheese on top.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Potatoes - I prefer yukon gold potatoes for roasting. They hold their shape well after roasting and can easily be found in grocery stores. Red potatoes make a great substitute. Russet potatoes can work, but will have a softer texture and can fall apart after cooking.
- Onion - Adds flavor to the potatoes. I don't recommend omitting it.
- Bell pepper - Any color works in this recipe. Bell pepper can be substituted with a few jalapeno peppers for spicy breakfast potatoes.
- Seasoning - Paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper add savory flavor to the potatoes.
- Olive oil - Any cooking oil you have on hand will work in this recipe. I don't recommend butter because it contains water and can make the potatoes a little soggy.
Tips and tricks
- Toss until evenly coated - For an even coating of flavor on your potatoes, add all of your ingredients to a large bowl and toss.
- Use a half sheet pan - Shown above is a half sheet pan, which is 13x18 in size. I don't recommend using anything smaller. Spread your potatoes out into a single layer. Clumps of potatoes will cook unevenly and won't get those crispy brown edges.
- Dice for best results - Dice your ingredients into small, bite-size pieces. Small potatoes cook faster than big chunks and they're easier to eat.
Frequently asked questions
Leftover roasted potatoes will keep for 3 to 4 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator. They'll lose their crispy edges but taste just as great when reheated.
Yes, with adjustments. Dice your onion and pepper and store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator. Dice your potatoes, add to a large bowl, and cover completely with water. Otherwise, the potatoes will turn brown. Potatoes can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator. In the morning, drain the potatoes and pat completely dry while your oven preheats. Then, prepare the recipe as written below.
- Sliced mushrooms
- Jalapeno pepper
- Poblano pepper
- Diced ham
- Cooked breakfast sausage (added after baking)
- Chopped fresh chives (added after baking)
- Shredded cheese (added just after baking)
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📖 Recipe
Country Potatoes
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds yukon gold potatoes, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a sheet pan and set aside.
- In a large bowl, add diced potatoes, onion, and bell pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and add paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Pour out onto prepared sheet pan and spread into an even layer. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until cooked through and fork tender (cooking time depends on the size of your cubed potatoes). Remove from oven and allow to cool.
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Notes
- To prep ahead - Dice your onion and pepper and store in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator. Dice your potatoes, add to a large bowl, and cover completely with water. Otherwise, the potatoes will turn brown. Potatoes can be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator. In the morning, drain the potatoes and pat completely dry while your oven preheats. Then, prepare the recipe as written.
- Leftover potatoes will keep for 3 to 4 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.
- Variations: Add sliced mushrooms, jalapeno pepper, or cubed ham to potatoes before baking. Add cooked breakfast sausage, chopped fresh chives, or shredded cheese after baking.
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