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A skillet with roasted potatoes garnished with herbs. Three white plates, each with a serving of the potatoes, are arranged nearby. A spoon rests in the skillet.

Pesto Potatoes Recipe

5 from 5 votes
With three simple ingredients, these pesto potatoes are a crispy, flavorful side dish that the whole family will enjoy.
Serving6 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 5 Russet potatoes
  • 1 10 ounce jar pesto sauce
  • ¾ cup Parmesan cheese

Equipment

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450℉.
  • Scrub (but don't peel) potatoes and cut into large cubes. 
  • Place cut potatoes in a large Ziploc bag.
  • Add pesto sauce to the bag and shake until all of the potatoes are coated.
  • Pour contents out into a baking sheet and spread out evenly. Sprinkle on Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes are golden.

Notes

If you want to enhance the flavor of the potatoes even more, you can throw the bag in the refrigerator for a few hours to marinate. It is not necessary for this recipe, but it will definitely enhance the taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 294 kcal · Carbohydrates: 2 g · Protein: 27 g · Fat: 19 g · Saturated Fat: 12 g · Cholesterol: 51 mg · Sodium: 1202 mg · Potassium: 69 mg · Sugar: 1 g · Vitamin A: 586 IU · Calcium: 888 mg · Iron: 1 mg
Cuisine: American
Cost: $6
Author: Steph Loaiza
Course: Side Dish