Crispy Ranch Smashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Crispy Ranch Smashed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish featuring tender boiled sweet potatoes smashed and roasted to golden perfection. Coated in ranch seasoning and drizzled with olive oil, these potatoes develop a crispy exterior while remaining soft inside. Garnished with fresh chives and served with ranch dressing, this recipe offers a flavorful twist on classic roasted sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Potatoes
- 2 to 3 pounds sweet potatoes
Seasoning & Garnishes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
- Ranch dressing, for serving
- Optional: parmesan cheese for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Cut the sweet potatoes into thirds (or 4-5 pieces if they are very large). You can leave the skin on or peel them according to your preference.
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 450°F (232°C) to get it ready for roasting the potatoes.
- Boil Potatoes: Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are just barely fork tender, about 10 to 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Smash and Season: Brush a baking sheet with 1 ½ tablespoons of olive oil. Arrange the boiled potatoes on the sheet. Using your hand or the bottom of a glass, gently smash each potato piece to flatten it while keeping it mostly intact. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly over the smashed potatoes. Optionally, spritz or brush the tops with remaining olive oil to promote crispiness.
- Roast Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 25 minutes or until the potatoes turn golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the potatoes from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped chives, and serve warm with ranch dressing. Optionally, add a light sprinkle of parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- Leaving the skin on adds texture and nutrients, but peeling is optional based on preference.
- Ensure potatoes are just fork tender before smashing to avoid them breaking apart.
- Use fresh chives for the best garnish flavor.
- For extra crispiness, drizzle a bit more olive oil before roasting.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a nice savory kick.
- Serve immediately to maintain crispiness.
