Dutch Oven Potatoes

A plate with a stack of Yukon gold potatoes covered in herbs.

5 from 11 votes

These Dutch oven potatoes are quick and simple to make and turn out so soft and tender. The steam created by the Dutch oven bakes the potatoes giving them the most tender texture. Bake in the oven or cook right on the stove for an even faster side dish.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: People

Calories: 321kcal

Author: Kristin

Equipment

Dutch Oven
Collander

Ingredients

3 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes
4 tablespoons Butter ½ Stick, Cubed
1 teaspoons Salt
¼ Cup Fresh Parsley Or any other fresh herb

Instructions

Stove Top - Preferred Method

Thoroughly wash and scrub the potatoes and pat dry with a towel.
On the stove over medium-low heat melt the butter in a large dutch oven. Don't heat too high or butter will burn.
Add in potatoes, sprinkle with salt and toss to combine.
Cover with lid and cook for 20-25 minutes.
Every 5 min or so, give the pot a shake with the lid on. This keeps the potatoes from sticking to the pot
Potatoes are done when they can be easily pierced with a fork.
Add in the fresh herbs and let cook for a few more minutes.

Baking in the Oven

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Follow steps 1-3 on the stove top method.
Place the lid on and carefully transfer the Dutch oven to the oven.
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes can easily be piecered with a fork.
Mix in the fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Cooking Tips:

~ Do not overstuff the pot. The potatoes should be able to move around freely so they don't get stuck to the bottom.

~Cube butter first so it melts quickly.

Ingredient Notes:

Yukon Gold Potatoes: This is the preferred potato for this Dutch oven method. When selecting your potatoes use the small to medium-sized ones. Either size will work great. Just make sure your potatoes are roughly the same size so they cook consistently.

Parsley: Add fresh parsley at the end. Parsley does not hold up well to high cooking temps so add it right at the end.

Other fresh herbs can also be added. Rosemary and thyme are all really good options. If serving with fish consider also adding in some fresh dill.

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