Description
Garlic Baked Potato is a classic comfort food that delivers a perfect balance of crispy exterior and fluffy interior, enhanced by aromatic garlic flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium baking potatoes, scrubbed clean
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt, or to taste
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). For even cooking, position your rack in the middle of the oven.
- Thoroughly wash the potatoes under cold running water, scrubbing to remove any dirt. Pat them completely dry with paper towels.
- Using a fork, pierce each potato 8-10 times all over.
- Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and massage the oil into the skin, ensuring each potato is fully coated.
- Sprinkle the potatoes generously with garlic salt and freshly ground black pepper, turning to coat all sides evenly.
- Place the seasoned potatoes directly on the oven rack for the best air circulation. Optionally, place a baking sheet on the rack below to catch any drippings.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and a fork easily pierces through to the center.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle with fresh chopped rosemary during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Notes
- Russet potatoes work best for baking due to their starchy content and thick skin.
- For a healthier option, substitute olive oil with avocado oil.
- If you don’t have garlic salt, use 1½ teaspoons regular salt mixed with ½ teaspoon garlic powder.
- For garlic baked potato with herbs and spices, add 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning.
- For even crispier skin, rub the potatoes with a light coating of kosher salt before oiling them.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: 580
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 37
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: N/A