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    Easy Skillet Potatoes

    Nov 29, 2022 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are aromatic and full of flavor! #potatoes #dinner #lunch #vegetarian #vegan #whole30 #recipeoftheday
    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are aromatic and full of flavor! #potatoes #dinner #lunch #vegetarian #vegan #whole30 #recipeoftheday

    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are aromatic and full of flavor!

    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are aromatic and full of flavor!

    I absolutely LOVE potatoes and this Easy Potato Skillet recipe! It pairs well with almost anything: salads, meat, poultry, seafood, you name it. You can enjoy it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. That’s what I call a versatile dish! And it takes less than 30 minutes to make.

    What Kind of Potatoes to Use for Skillet Potatoes

    Red-skinned potatoes, please! Because of their waxy texture, they hold shape nicely, and won’t become mushy by the end of cooking. While Russet and Idaho potatoes are great for baking and boiling, they won’t work very well in this recipe.

    Interesting read: 10 Healthy Reasons to Dig into Red Potatoes

    Should I Peel the Potatoes?

    It’s totally up to you. I always keep the skin on when I cook with new potatoes, or when the potatoes have very smooth and even skin that can be scrubbed and washed easily. If the potatoes are really dirty, have blemishes, or uneven surface, I suggest peeling the skin.

    How to Cut the Potatoes

    I recommend cutting potatoes into ½-inch thick slices or wedges. Medium cubes will also work. Just avoid cutting them too thin, so they don’t break while cooking.

    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are aromatic and full of flavor!

    How to Make Skillet Potatoes

    1.Peel the potatoes and cut into ½-inch thick slices or wedges.

    peeling the red skinned potatoes

    2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the potatoes.

    heating the oil in skillet and adding potatoes

    3. Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the vegetable broth, lemon juice, and rosemary springs. Cover with a tight lid and cook for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is almost gone.

    Adding broth, lemon juice, and seasoning to the skillet potatoes

    4. Remove the lid and keep cooking the potatoes, stirring occasionally, allowing them to brown and fully cook through.

    frying the skillet potatoes until crust forms

    5. Add the garlic, if desired, and cook for 1 more minute. Garnish with fresh rosemary and serve immediately.

    adding the garlic to skillet potatoes
    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are aromatic and full of flavor!

    Helpful Notes

    No rosemary? You can substitute fresh thyme or dried oregano for the rosemary.

    Potatoes stuck to the skillet? Sorry about that. Make sure to use a non-stick skillet next time, friend.

    Potatoes look mushy? Two possible reasons: you used starchy potatoes (stick to red-skinned potatoes), or you stirred the potatoes too much.

    Garlic optional! Depending on your mood and personal preferences, you may skip the garlic in this recipe.

    Hey, Potato Lover! I bet you'll enjoy these too:

    • Potato Pancakes
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    • Rosemary Fondant Potatoes
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    • Fried Potatoes with Mushrooms
    • Air Fryer French Fries

    Skillet Potatoes Video Tutorial

    SKILLET POTATOES RECIPE
    Delicious skillet potatoes is a versatile recipe and will pair well with any meal. Give this recipe a try and share your feedback in the comments below. If you like this recipe, please consider giving it 5 stars.

    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are full of aroma and flavor!

    SKILLET POTATOES

    Tania Sheff
    These Skillet Potatoes make a perfect side dish. Made with rosemary and lemon juice, they are aromatic and full of flavor!
    4.89 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Lunch
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 262 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 lb. red-skinned potatoes
    • 3 tbsp. vegetable oil or your favorite kind
    • ½ tsp. salt or to taste
    • ½ tsp. pepper or to taste
    • ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes optional
    • 1 cup vegetable broth
    • 2 tbsp. lemon juice
    • 2-3 sprigs fresh rosemary
    • 1 garlic clove minced (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Peel the potatoes and cut into ½-inch thick slices or wedges.
    • Heat the vegetable oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the potatoes.
    • Season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the vegetable broth, lemon juice, and rosemary springs. Cover with a tight lid and cook for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is almost gone.
    • Remove the lid and keep cooking the potatoes, stirring occasionally, allowing them to brown and fully cook through.
    • Add the garlic, if desired, and cook for 1 more minute. Garnish with fresh rosemary and serve immediately.

    Notes

    Helpful Notes

    No rosemary? You can substitute fresh thyme or dried oregano for the rosemary.
    Potatoes stuck to the skillet? Sorry about that. Make sure to use a non-stick skillet next time, friend.
    Potatoes look mushy? Two possible reasons: you used starchy potatoes (stick to red-skinned potatoes), or you stirred the potatoes too much.
    Garlic optional! Depending on your mood and personal preferences, you may skip the garlic in this recipe.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 519mgPotassium: 1031mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 230IUVitamin C: 22.6mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.8mg
    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below, I can't wait to hear from you!

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    Comments

    1. Meredith Howarth says

      February 10, 2021 at 3:25 pm

      looks amazing, what if i use baby creamers?

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        February 10, 2021 at 6:39 pm

        Hi Meredith! It will work as well. Happy cooking!

        Reply
    2. WILLIAM STEELE says

      February 29, 2020 at 5:20 am

      5 stars
      Very good,I give a ten star.

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        February 29, 2020 at 9:49 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Lisa Headley says

      March 04, 2019 at 6:40 am

      Amazing idea! The recipe is a perfect side dish for children in particular. I loved the idea of using rosemary springs and lemon juice. This is ideal for any small get-together or a small family dinner. Dipping the potatoes in cold water, before frying can help them get crisper.

      Reply
      • Tania says

        March 04, 2019 at 12:36 pm

        Thank you, Lisa!

        Reply
    4. Ela says

      February 28, 2019 at 2:24 pm

      5 stars
      Very tasty and very easy to do!!!! Miam!!!

      Reply
      • Tania says

        February 28, 2019 at 7:58 pm

        Thank you so much, Ela!

        Reply
    5. Jess says

      February 23, 2019 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      These potatoes were perfect! I served them with your salmon patties. 🙂

      Reply
      • Tania says

        February 23, 2019 at 4:31 pm

        Thank you so much, Jess!

        Reply

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