Garlic Parmesan Potato Rounds
Garlic Parmesan Potato Rounds (Crispy Skillet Potatoes)
Serve these with steak, chicken, burgers, or your favorite comfort food dinners for an easy side dish everyone will love.
These garlic Parmesan potato rounds are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with buttery garlic flavor in every bite. Cooked in a skillet until golden brown, then topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley, these potatoes are simple, comforting, and completely irresistible.
They’re the perfect side dish when you want something easy but still full of flavor. The edges get beautifully crispy while the garlic butter and Parmesan create a rich, savory finish that tastes restaurant-quality with very little effort.
Whether you serve them for weeknight dinners, holidays, or casual gatherings, these skillet potato rounds always disappear fast.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy golden skillet potatoes
- Rich garlic butter flavor
- Easy stovetop recipe
- Perfect side dish for almost any meal
- Simple pantry ingredients
- Crispy outside, tender inside
Ingredients
- 4 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
1. Slice the Potatoes
Wash potatoes and slice into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick.
Pat dry with paper towels to help them crisp better.
2. Heat the Skillet
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil.
Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Cook the Potato Rounds
Place potato slices in a single layer in the skillet.
Season with garlic salt and black pepper.
Cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fork tender.
Work in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
4. Add Parmesan
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the potatoes during the last minute of cooking so it melts slightly onto the potatoes.
5. Garnish & Serve
Top with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Servings: 4–6
Tips for the Best Potato Rounds
Slice Evenly
Uniform slices help the potatoes cook evenly.
Don’t Crowd the Pan
Giving the potatoes space helps them crisp properly.
Dry the Potatoes
Removing excess moisture helps create crispy edges.
Use Fresh Parmesan
Freshly grated Parmesan melts and tastes best.
Variations
Add Mozzarella
Top with mozzarella for extra cheesiness.
Make Them Spicy
Add Cajun seasoning or red pepper flakes.
Use Ranch Seasoning
For a loaded potato flavor.
Add Bacon
Crumble crispy bacon over the top before serving.
Jennie’s Thoughts
These potatoes are one of those simple recipes that somehow taste so much better than you expect. The garlic butter and Parmesan together are such a good combination, and the crispy edges are honestly the best part.
I love making these when I want a side dish that feels comforting but doesn’t require turning on the oven or making something complicated. They go with just about everything and always disappear fast.
What to Serve with Garlic Parmesan Potato Rounds
- Steak
- Grilled chicken
- Pork chops
- Burgers
- Meatloaf
- BBQ chicken
Storage
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days
- Reheat in a skillet or air fryer for best crispiness
- Not ideal for freezing
These garlic Parmesan potato rounds are buttery, crispy, cheesy, and packed with savory flavor. Easy to make in a skillet and perfect for almost any dinner, they’re a simple side dish that feels comforting, homemade, and completely delicious.
