Crispy Bacon Honey Roasted Potatoes Recipe
These Crispy Bacon Honey Roasted Potatoes are a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors with tender baby potatoes roasted to golden perfection alongside crispy bacon, finished with a luscious honey drizzle and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a deliciously irresistible side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Bacon
- 2 lbs (900g) baby potatoes, halved
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
Seasoning and Sauce
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for roasting.
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and dry the baby potatoes, then cut them in half to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Chop Bacon: Chop the bacon into small pieces, which helps it crisp up and distribute flavor evenly throughout the dish.
- Season Potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, toss the halved potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until they are well coated.
- Arrange Potatoes on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren’t overcrowded to allow for proper roasting.
- Add Bacon: Scatter the chopped bacon pieces evenly over the potatoes to ensure every bite has crisp bacon flavor.
- Roast Potatoes and Bacon: Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through to promote even browning and crispiness.
- Drizzle Honey: In the last 5 minutes of roasting, drizzle the honey evenly over the potatoes and bacon. Return to the oven and roast until the honey caramelizes and the potatoes turn golden brown.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the potatoes cool for a few minutes to set the flavors and avoid burns.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the potatoes for a fresh and appealing finish. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious honey bacon roasted potatoes!
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure the potatoes and bacon are spread in a single layer without overlapping.
- If you prefer a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper along with the other seasonings.
- Use honey with a robust flavor like wildflower or buckwheat for added depth.
- These potatoes pair wonderfully with grilled meats or as a hearty side for breakfast.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
Keywords: Honey roasted potatoes, crispy bacon potatoes, side dish, roasted baby potatoes, sweet and savory potatoes
