Baked Potato Wedges

Oven Baked Potato Wedges are simply seasoned, and baked in the oven to create an easy, crispy potato side dish that will go with just about anything.

Potatoes in all of their forms make the best side dish. Potatoes are easy to cook, filling, and can be seasoned in so many tasty ways.

I love making oven fries, and these potato wedges made with simple Russet potatoes are a thicker, heartier oven fry that pairs beautifully with steaks, chicken, or pork.

Dip baked potato wedges into a creamy, tangy homemade fry sauce to make them extra delicious!

Feel like making some deep-fried potatoes instead? Check out my recipe for homemade french fries!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

1. Easy Clean Up – You only need one pan to mix up and bake this easy side dish.
2. Versatile Recipe– I’m suggesting some tasty seasonings that you can add to your potato wedges, but you can adjust and tailor the seasonings to fit your preferences or the meal you’re making.

Ingredients for Baked Potato Wedges

Here’s what you need to make these crispy rustic fries in the oven.

Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

• Potatoes: Russet potatoes make the best baked potato wedges. Choose medium-sized or large potatoes, and cut them each into 8 long wedges. You can peel the potatoes if you like, or just scrub them and leave the skin on.
• Olive Oil: This helps the potato wedges get nice and crispy in the oven, and holds all of the seasonings onto them.
• Seasonings: Italian Seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper make up a salty, savory spice blend for tasty potato wedges. Feel free to adjust the seasonings to your preference.
• Garlic: This is optional, but to make garlicky potato wedges, skip the garlic powder, and use two cloves of freshly minced garlic instead. You can add this in during just the last 10 minutes of baking so it doesn’t burn.
• Grated parmesan and chopped parsley: For a beautiful and delicious garnish.

How To Make Baked Potato Wedges

1. Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C, and line a baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

1. Season: Add the sliced potato wedges to the pan, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle on the seasonings. Use your hands or a spatula to distribute the seasonings and make sure that all of the wedges are well coated with oil.
2. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until fork tender. If desired, you can flip the potatoes over and bake for a few more minutes to crisp up both sides, but it’s not necessary.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t overcrowd the pan – Allow each wedge to have its own personal space on the pan. If the pieces are touching they won’t be able to get crispy.
• Try other seasonings – I love this mixture on potatoes, and I think it makes these potato wedges in the oven a very versatile side dish, but you can feel free to try other seasonings to match your meals.
• Garlic: In place of garlic powder, you can add fresh minced garlic. You will want to toss the garlic with the potato wedges during the last 10 minutes of baking, rather than mixing it in at the beginning so that the garlic doesn’t burn. 
• Fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese are optional, but delicious garnishes to add to the wedges before serving. 

Storing Tips

Store leftover baked potato wedges in an airtight container in the fridge. Eat them within 3-4 days. They are best reheated in the oven or in your air fryer.

What To Serve With Oven Baked Potato Wedges

Try oven-baked potato wedges with any of your favorite meals. For an amazing meat and potato combination, try serving wedges with any of these main dishes:

• Grilled Cornish Hens
• Creamy Garlic Chicken
• Garlic Herb Butter Roast Chicken
• Instant Pot Corned Beef
• Instant Pot Pork Chops
• Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

FAQs

Potato Wedges baked in the oven are an easy and versatile side dish! Be sure to Pin this recipe – You’ll want it for later.