Try this Easy Greek Potato Bake Recipe that’s so full of flavor it will change the way you eat potatoes forever. Easy to make, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and topped with fetta cheese and fresh dill garnish.
What’s not to love about this Easy Potato Bake? We all love crispy roasted potatoes which got a major makeover by making it with greek feel-good flavors. This Potato bake recipe will for sure become one of your favorite ways to eat potatoes after you give it a try.
If you’re looking for other Greek-inspired recipes, why not also try my Easy Greek Chicken Salad Recipe and my Easy Greek Cherry Tomato Pasta Recipe!
why you’ll love this easy greek potato bake
- A super crispy potato bake. Golden and crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside.
- A loaded potato bake. It’s not just about the crispy potatoes! This Easy Potato Bake is loaded with goodies, dill, paprika, lemon, garlic, and crumbled feta – so good!
- A super delicious app, side, or breakfast. This hearty potato bake is an awesome side dish, brunch, or breakfast.
- An easy bake. Made mainly with kitchen staples, this bake is simple to prep and all cooked up in one skillet.
ingredients you’ll need
- Potatoes
- Olive Oil
- Red Onion
- Garlic Cloves
- Seasoning – smoked paprika, salt, pepper, dried oregano, dill.
- Crumbled Feta
- Lemon
how to make this easy greek potato bake
- First, boil the potatoes – In a pot with water, simmer the potatoes for 6-8 mins. Drain and season with salt and pepper.
- Next, roast the potatoes – Place the potatoes on a large ovenproof skillet and roast for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the tops.
- Load up your potatoes – Then, once roasted, top them with crumbled feta cheese, red onions, and fresh chopped dill.
- finally, garnish, serve, and enjoy!
recipe notes and tips
- Chop your potatoes into similar sized pieces, so they cook evenly.
- Use an oven-safe skillet or pan.
- For more Greek flavor, add some sliced, pitted kalamata olives on top.
- Use a preheated oven.
- Also, it’s best to preheat your skillet before adding in the potatoes, so they come up to roasting temp in line with the recipe.
- For best results, use some tongs to flip your potatoes, halfway through baking.
- For a spicy kick, add a sprinkle of crushed chili flakes.
- Swap feta for shredded cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- You can also swap dill for fresh parsley.
- Garnish with lemon slices.
faq’s
What is the healthiest way to eat potatoes
Potatoes are loaded with potassium even though they are high glycemic index carbohydrates that are easily digested and spike your insulin. But it has been also said that the body does need these high glycemic index carbs for energy and it doesn’t mean that they are unhealthy for you. The healthiest way to eat Potatoes would be to bake (like this Greek potato bake, steamed or sauteed. Avoid eating fried potatoes.
What is the healthiest potato
Potatoes have a moderate amount of calories and have a high glycemic index. Which means that they can easily be digested. They have a healthy amount of fiber, vitamins, and minerals that support heart health. Fiber is also known to lower cholesterol in your blood and helps with digestion. Also, the healthiest types of potatoes would be those with dark-colored flesh such ask Purple Viking and Yukon Gold.
what to serve with this easy potato bake
This is a hearty recipe and goes well with so many dishes! Here’s some ideas:
- Honey Glazed Air Fryer Salmon
- Chicken Francese Recipe
- Grilled Lemon Garlic Chicken
- Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skillet
- Honey Mustard Chicken
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- Taco Pasta Salad
- Garlic Butter Hasselback Potatoes
- Easy Chili Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Baked Sweet Potato Fries
- Ground Turkey Cauliflower Rice Recipe
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Easy Greek Potato Bake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb Potatoes washed and chopped into large bite-sized pieces
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1/2 Red Onion diced
- 2 Garlic Cloves pressed
- 1 Tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1/4 Cup Crumbled Feta Cheese
- 2 Tbsp Chopped Fresh Dill
- 1/2 Lemon sliced to garnish
- sea salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- Place the potatoes in a pan, and cover with water, then place it on the stovetop and bring it to the boil. Lower the heat and simmer for about 6-8 minutes, or until the potatoes are just fork tender.
- Drain, then season generously with salt and pepper. Add garlic, oregano, paprika, and olive oil and gently toss to combine.
- Place the potatoes on a large ovenproof skillet and roast for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the tops.
- Once roasted, top them with crumbled feta cheese, red onions and fresh chopped dill.
- Garnish with lemon slices and enjoy!
Notes
- Chop your potatoes into similar sized pieces, so they cook evenly.
- Use an oven-safe skillet or pan.
- For more Greek flavor, add some sliced, pitted kalamata olives on top.
- Use a preheated oven.
- Also, it’s best to preheat your skillet before adding in the potatoes, so they come up to roasting temp in line with the recipe.
- For best results, use some tongs to flip your potatoes, halfway through baking.
- For a spicy kick, add a sprinkle of crushed chili flakes.
- Swap feta for shredded cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- You can also swap dill for fresh parsley.
- Garnish with lemon slices.
Chelsea says
Incredible! I paired this with a side of baked fish and everyone love it. I will definitely be making this again.
Rena says
Baked fish sounds amazing with this. Thanks for the feedback. Glad you liked it.