Easy skillet potatoes seasoned with herbs and garlic for a delicious side dish. Creamy Yukon Gold potatoes are used for better texture and flavor.
Ingredients
1 ½poundsbaby Yukon gold potatoes, cut in half lengthwise
¼cup(60ml)extra virgin olive oil, divided
¾teaspoon(4g)kosher salt
½teaspoonblack pepper
½cup(60g)diced shallots, ½" dice
3garlic cloves, ⅛" slices
1tablespoon(15g)unsalted butter
1teaspoonchopped fresh thyme
1teaspoonchopped fresh rosemary
1teaspoonchopped parsley
Instructions
Season the Potatoes - In a medium-sized bowl, combine potatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Saute the Aromatics - Heat a large 12" cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Once hot, add shallots and saute for 1 minute. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Cook the Potatoes - Add the potatoes to the pan and stir to combine. Cover and cook until tender, about 10 to 12 minutes, stirring halfway through.If needed, at 1 to 2 tablespoons of water at a time. Cover and steam to finish cooking the potatoes.
Brown the Potatoes - Remove the cover and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until lightly brown on the surface, occasionally stirring, 5 to 7 minutes. Reduce the heat as needed to prevent burning.
Add the Herbs - Melt the butter in the pan and then turn off the heat. Add the thyme, rosemary, and parsley then toss to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
Notes
Make it Whole 30 and Paleo: Substitute butter for ghee or extra virgin olive oil. Use sea salt instead of kosher salt.
Make it Vegan: Substitute butter for coconut oil or extra virgin olive oil.
Storing: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.