Why This Recipe Goes Viral Every Time
✅ Crispy outside, fluffy inside – The perfect texture combo
✅ Easier than fries or hasselback potatoes – Just slice, season, and bake!
✅ Customizable flavors – Try cheesy, spicy, or herbed versions
✅ Crowd-pleasing side – Kids and adults go crazy for these
✅ Meal-prep friendly – Reheats perfectly in the air fryer
Ingredients You’ll Need
(Serves 4 as a side dish)
4 medium russet potatoes (or Yukon Gold)
3 tbsp melted butter (or olive oil)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika (smoked or regular)
1 tsp dried thyme (or rosemary)
½ cup shredded Parmesan (optional but highly recommended!)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
(Optional add-ins: crispy bacon bits, cheddar cheese, or a sprinkle of chili flakes!)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Potatoes
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub potatoes clean (leave skins on for crispiness!).
Slice carefully: Place a potato between two chopsticks or wooden spoons (this prevents cutting all the way through). Make thin slices (about ¼-inch apart).
2. Season & Butter Up
In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
Brush generously over and between potato slices.
3. Bake to Perfection
Place potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 40 minutes, then brush with more butter.
Sprinkle Parmesan (if using) and bake 10-15 more minutes until golden and crispy.
4. Serve & Devour!
Garnish with fresh parsley.
Serve hot with sour cream, ranch, or garlic aioli for dipping!
Pro Tips for the Best Sliced Potatoes
🔥 Extra crispy? Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end!
🧈 Butter vs. oil: Butter = richer flavor; oil = crispier result.
🍴 Cutting hack: Use a mandoline (with guard!) for even slices.
🧀 Cheesy upgrade: Stuff slices with cheddar before baking.
FAQs
Can I use sweet potatoes?
Yes! Adjust baking time (they may cook faster).
How do I store leftovers?
Keep in the fridge for 3 days – reheat in the air fryer for best texture.
Can I make these ahead?
Prep & slice potatoes, then store in water until ready to bake.
Serving Ideas
🍗 With roast chicken or grilled steak
🍔 As a burger side instead of fries
🥗 With a fresh salad for a lighter meal
🍳 Topped with a fried egg for brunch
Final Thoughts
These Sliced Baked Potatoes are the ultimate side dish – crispy, buttery, and packed with flavor. They look fancy but couldn’t be easier to make. Once you try them, you’ll understand why this recipe keeps going viral!
Pro tip: Double the batch… because nobody ever eats just one!
Enjoy!