Oven Roasted Onion Soup Potatoes
These oven-roasted onion soup potatoes are the perfect example of how a few simple ingredients can turn into something delicious. Made with red potatoes, dry onion soup mix, and olive oil, this easy potato side dish comes out golden brown, crispy around the edges, and tender on the inside.
If you need an easy roasted potato recipe for busy weeknights, family dinners, or holiday gatherings, this one deserves a place in your recipe collection. The onion soup mix adds a rich, savory flavor without requiring a long list of seasonings, while the olive oil helps the potatoes roast beautifully in the oven.
Simply toss everything together on a sheet pan and let the oven do the work. Serve these flavorful potatoes with roasted chicken, grilled burgers, meatloaf, steak, or your favorite vegetables for a comforting meal everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a large sheet pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Wash the red potatoes and cut them into evenly sized cubes.
- Spread the potatoes across the sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over them.
- Toss everything together until the potatoes are well coated.
- Arrange the potatoes in a single layer, leaving enough space between the pieces for proper browning.
- Roast for 35–45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the potatoes are golden, crispy on the outside, and fork-tender inside.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Benefits of This Easy Potato Recipe
- Only 3 ingredients: A simple recipe that keeps your shopping list short and makes meal preparation easy.
- Budget-friendly side dish: Red potatoes and a few pantry staples create a satisfying accompaniment without expensive ingredients.
- Quick preparation: Spend just a few minutes cutting and seasoning the potatoes before letting the oven handle the cooking.
- Big savory flavor: Dry onion soup mix provides a convenient blend of onion and seasonings in every bite.
- Perfect for family dinners: These roasted potatoes pair well with chicken, beef, burgers, and many other main dishes.
- Easy cleanup: Preparing everything on one sheet pan means fewer dishes to wash afterward.
- Naturally gluten-free ingredients when selected carefully: Check the onion soup mix label, as some brands contain wheat or other gluten-containing ingredients.
Tips for the Best Crispy Roasted Potatoes
- Avoid overcrowding: Spread the potatoes in a single layer so they roast rather than steam.
- Dry thoroughly: After washing, pat the potatoes dry to help them brown more effectively.
- Cut evenly: Uniform potato cubes cook at approximately the same rate.
- Flip halfway through: Turning the potatoes encourages even browning on multiple sides.
- Add fresh herbs: Sprinkle chopped parsley or rosemary over the potatoes just before serving.
- Customize the flavor: Add garlic powder, black pepper, or a little paprika if desired. Check the salt level first because onion soup mix can already be salty.
