• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
The Life Jolie logo
  • Thanksgiving Recipes
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
    • Work with me!
    • Video Production
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Thanksgiving Recipes
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
    • Work with me!
    • Video Production
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    The Life Jolie » Sides » Fried Potatoes

    Fried Potatoes

    Published: Oct 21, 2019 · Modified: Aug 31, 2022 by Jessy Freimann · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads.

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    If the perfect potato is crispy on the outside and light and fluffy then these Fried Potatoes definitely deliver. They're quick and easy with seriously delicious flavor!

    If the perfect potato is crispy on the outside and light and fluffy then these Fried Potatoes definitely deliver. They're quick and easy with seriously delicious flavor!

    A side image of a pan of skillet potatoes with a spoon in it.

    Try some other great potato recipes like Easy Scalloped Potatoes, Cheesy Ranch Potatoes, and Parmesan Garlic Oven Roasted Potatoes.

    Fried Potatoes

    This post contains Affiliate Links. Please see the disclaimer here.

    My kids are weird about potatoes. I'm not sure who they got this trait from because their father and I agree that potatoes are delicious, but the battle rages on. Outside of French fries, getting them to eat a potato is hit-or-miss at best.

    But when I was a kid, potatoes of all sorts were totally my jam! I especially loved when my mom would make pan fried potatoes. They always seemed to come out perfectly cooked and seasoned and everyone fought for seconds.

    So I decided to throw together my own version. In the past, I've had a spotty history frying potatoes. But I had to give it as shot. I kept the seasonings simple and cooked it over moderate heat so that the potatoes could slowly crisp up without burning. The results were so delicious, even my little ones enjoyed them!

    A close up of this fried potatoes recipe on a spoon

    Tips for making Skillet Potatoes

    • Try to cut the potatoes around the same size so that they cook evenly. I prefer 1 inch chunks.
    • I use a mix of butter and oil because the oil helps prevent the butter from burning.
    • Be sure to stir and turn the potatoes often to prevent burning.
    • These are best served right away for optimal crispiness.

    An estreme close up of some pan fried potatoes

    What variety of potatoes is best for this fried potatoes recipe?

    Any variety will work, but I used red potatoes.

    Do you have to peel the potatoes?

    You don't have to but I do (more so my kids will eat them).

    Do you have to boil potatoes before frying them?

    Some people prefer to but I don't think it's necessary for this recipe.

    How do you tell if potatoes are done frying?

    They'll be golden brown and perfectly crispy.

    How long do fried potatoes last?

    although these are best served right away, they will last for up to 3 days covered in the refrigerator.

    An overhead image of a pan full of fried potatoes

    Ingredients for crispy potatoes:

    • Oil
    • Butter
    • Potatoes
    • Onion powder
    • Garlic powder
    • Paprika
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Fresh parsley

    Potatoes in a pan with a spoon

    Helpful tools:

    1. Chef's knife
    2. Cutting board
    3. Measuring cups
    4. Measuring spoons
    5. Mixing bowl
    6. Stand mixer or Hand mixer
    7. Large saute pan
    8. Wooden spoon
    If the perfect potato is crispy on the outside and light and fluffy then these Fried Potatoes definitely deliver. They're quick and easy with seriously delicious flavor!

    Fried Potatoes

    Jessy Freimann
    If the perfect potato is crispy on the outside and light and fluffy then these Fried Potatoes definitely deliver. They're quick and easy with seriously delicious flavor!
    No ratings yet
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 Tablespoon canola oil
    • 2 Tablespoons salted butter
    • 4 cups potatoes peeled and diced into 1 inch pieces
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • Fresh parsley chopped (optional garnish)

    Instructions
     

    • Melt oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium heat.
    • Add potatoes to the skillet and spread them into a single layer.
    • Season with onion powder, garlic powder and paprika.
    • Cook for 20 minutes, stirring and turning often.
    • Season with salt and pepper.
    • Cook another 10 minutes, stirring and turning often or until golden brown.
    • Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    If you tried this recipe please comment and rate it 🙂 I love hearing your feedback and answering your questions! And if you make this please tag me on Instagram with @thelifejolie so I can share it <3

    You can find a full index of my recipes here.

    Don’t forget to follow The Life Jolie on Pinterest for more recipe inspiration!

    Or if Pinterest isn’t your style, bookmark this post!

    Let’s keep the conversation going- join my Facebook group! 

    « Make-and-Take Thanksgiving
    Easy Chicken Chili »
    • Share
    • Flipboard
    • Tweet

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Jessy in a kitchen holding a white casserole pan and smiling.
    Hi, I'm Jessy!

    Welcome to The Life Jolie! I share simple, delicious recipes and ingredient prep tips to make your weeknight cooking a breeze!

    More about me →

    Fall Recipes

    • A spoon holding a scoop of potato ham soup.
      Creamy Ham and Potato Soup
    • A bowl of chicken and egg noodles soup with sliced bread and another bowl behind it.
      Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup
    • A square image of the Toll House Cookie Recipe
      Easiest Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Say goodbye to dry and tough pork chops: these Smothered Crock Pot Pork Chops are the ultimate fall-apart tender comfort food. With just 4 ingredients, this easy dinner will be your new go-to dump dinner!
      Fall Apart Slow Cooker Pork Chops
    • An overhead image of sliced turkey on a platter surrounded by fresh herbs in the middle of a Thanksgiving table.
      Roasted Spatchcock Glazed Turkey with Bourbon
    • Side angle image close up of Brie Phyllo Cup on a sheet pan
      Baked Brie Phyllo Cups

    Popular Recipes

    • A square image of how to melt chocolate chips in the microwave showing the chocolate once it's melted.
      How to Melt Chocolate Chips in the Kitchen
    • Italian Stuffed Zucchini Boats are the healthy weeknight meal you'll want to make again and again. This is a seriously easy recipe that's full of delicious flavor without all the guilt!
      Italian Stuffed Zucchini Boats
    • Shrimp Macaroni Salad
      Very Best Shrimp Macaroni Salad Recipe
    • A square image of a white pot pouring cheese sauce over a bowl of broccoli with a blue towel behind it.
      Cheese Sauce for Broccoli Recipe
    • Do you love the Cheesecake Factory's Thai Lettuce Wraps! Well then why not make them at home? They're easy to make and totally delicious!
      Reader Request: Copycat Cheesecake Factory Thai Lettuce Wraps
    • A square image of Greek Yogurt Roasted Chicken Thighs.
      Greek Yogurt Roasted Chicken Thighs Recipe

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About Me
    • Privacy Policy + Disclaimer

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Video Production

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright 2014-2021 - Jolie Ventures, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy.