Description
These Hasselback Yukon Gold Potatoes are thinly sliced to create crispy edges while remaining tender inside. They are coated with a fragrant garlic herb butter and baked to perfection, making a flavorful side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes (about 7–8 large)
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ¾ teaspoons salt (divided)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garlic Herb Butter
- 6 tablespoons melted salted butter
- 4 garlic cloves (finely minced)
- ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¾ teaspoon dried rosemary
Additional
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley (finely chopped, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to prepare for baking the potatoes.
- Prep the potatoes: Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each potato into ⅛- to ¼-inch thick slices, stopping about ½-inch from the bottom so the slices stay connected. Use chopsticks on either side to guide your cuts and avoid slicing through the base.
- Bake the potatoes initially: Arrange the sliced potatoes cut-side up in a 13×9-inch baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and rub to coat all surfaces evenly. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes to start softening the potatoes.
- Make the garlic herb butter: While the potatoes bake, whisk melted butter with minced garlic, the remaining ¾ teaspoon salt, dried thyme, and dried rosemary in a small bowl to create a flavorful sauce.
- Brush with butter sauce: Remove the partially baked potatoes from the oven and use a pastry brush to generously coat them with the garlic herb butter. Gently separate the slices to ensure the butter gets into every crevice.
- Add broth and cover: Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of the baking dish without pouring over the top of the potatoes. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to trap steam and continue cooking.
- Bake then broil: Return the covered dish to the oven and bake for 20-30 minutes until the potatoes are fully cooked through, adjusting time based on potato size and slice thickness. Remove the foil and broil for 3-4 minutes to crisp up the edges.
- Serve: Spoon the buttery herb sauce from the pan over the potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot as a delicious side dish.
Notes
- To ensure even slicing without cutting through, use chopsticks or wooden spoons as a guide on either side of the potato.
- The broiling step crisps the edges for an authentic Hasselback texture—watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Yukon gold potatoes are preferred for their creamy texture and ability to hold shape during baking.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Make sure to separate the slices gently when applying the butter to maximize flavor penetration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Hasselback potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, garlic herb butter, baked potatoes, side dish, easy potato recipe
