Crispy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor, these Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges are everything you want in a side dish—and more! They’re packed with bold garlic and Italian herb seasoning, finished with melty Parmesan, and baked until golden perfection. Perfect as a snack, party appetizer, or paired with your favorite main dish.

Why You’ll Love These Wedges
This is one of those “wow” recipes you’ll want to make again and again. With minimal prep and major flavor payoff, these baked potato wedges come out crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Garlic + cheese + potatoes = true comfort food.
Whether you’re hosting a party, feeding hungry teens, or just craving a better alternative to drive-thru fries, these wedges deliver.
🧄 Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need:
- 3–4 large russet potatoes, sliced into wedges
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
- Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
🔪 How to Make Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a large baking sheet.
Step 2: Prep the potatoes
Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Cut each into 8 wedges (more if the potato is extra large). See below for detailed cutting tips.
Step 3: Season and cheese
Toss the potato wedges in olive oil. In a separate bowl, mix salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Sprinkle Parmesan over the potatoes and toss to coat. Then sprinkle on the seasoning blend and toss again.
Step 4: Arrange and bake
Place the wedges on your baking sheet, skin-side down, in a single layer. Bake for 25–35 minutes, or until fork-tender and golden brown.
Step 5: Garnish and dip
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce!
🧂 Dipping Ideas
What’s a potato wedge without a good dip? Try any of these:
- Classic ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Tangy ketchup
- Bold chimichurri—just pour it over the top!
- Creamy queso dip
- Rich crab and artichoke dip
- Homemade Greek yogurt ranch
- Sweet and tangy honey mustard
- Cool and herby tzatziki
- Spicy chipotle ranch
🔪 How to Cut Potato Wedges
Need help getting the perfect wedge shape? Here’s a foolproof method:
- Rinse and dry potatoes. Trim any eyes or blemishes.
- Cut each potato in half lengthwise.
- Lay each half flat-side down and cut in half again.
- Cut each quarter into halves to create wedges—aim for 8 per potato.
If your potatoes are especially large, you can cut some pieces again to keep the wedges around 1 inch thick for even baking.
💡 Tips for Perfect Crispy Wedges
- Soak your wedges in cold water for 30 minutes before baking to remove excess starch—this helps them crisp up beautifully. Just make sure to dry them thoroughly before seasoning.
- Use freshly shredded Parmesan for the best flavor and melt.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper to help with easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
🍽️ What to Serve With These Wedges
These Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges pair wonderfully with:
- Grilled chicken or burgers
- Pulled pork sandwiches
- Bacon Avocado Potato Salad
- Creamy Sweet Macaroni Salad
- Roasted Lemon Garlic Broccoli & Cauliflower
📋 Recipe Card
Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 45 mins
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 3–4 large russet potatoes, cut into wedges
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Optional: fresh parsley, ranch or blue cheese dressing
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a large baking sheet.
- Toss potato wedges in olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the potatoes and toss to coat. Then add seasoning mixture and toss again.
- Arrange wedges in a single layer, skin-side down, on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–35 minutes, until golden and fork-tender.
- Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with dipping sauce.
Nutrition (per serving):
Calories: 404 | Carbs: 52g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 18g | Sodium: 1369mg | Fiber: 4g | Calcium: 193mg | Iron: 3mg



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