Roasted Buffalo and Feta Potatoes
Spice up your side dish game with our Roasted Buffalo & Feta Potatoes! Tangy Buffalo sauce, creamy feta cheese, and perfectly roasted baby potatoes collide in this flavor-packed sensation. Simple, bold, and downright irresistible—your taste buds will thank you!
1. Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Are you ready to elevate your potato game? These Roasted Buffalo and Feta Potatoes are a flavor explosion waiting to happen! Here’s why you’ll fall in love with this recipe:
- Irresistible Flavor: The combination of tangy Buffalo sauce, creamy feta cheese, and perfectly roasted potatoes creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Easy Preparation: With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have this delicious dish on the table in no time.
- Versatility: Whether you serve it as a side dish or a hearty appetizer, these potatoes are sure to impress at any meal or gathering.
- Satisfying and Comforting: There’s something inherently comforting about roasted potatoes, and the addition of Buffalo sauce adds a delightful kick that takes this comfort food to the next level.
2.Ingredients to make Roasted Buffalo and Feta Potatoes
With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that’s bursting with flavor and sure to impress!
- Baby Potatoes: These petite potatoes provide a creamy texture and mild flavor that pairs perfectly with the bold Buffalo sauce and tangy feta cheese.
- Duck Fat or Olive Oil: Choose your preferred fat to coat the potatoes before roasting. Duck fat adds richness, while olive oil offers a lighter option.
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper add depth and flavor to the potatoes, enhancing their savory profile.
- Buffalo Sauce: The star ingredient, Buffalo sauce, brings a tangy, spicy kick to the dish, taking the flavor to the next level.
- Feta Cheese: Creamy and tangy, feta cheese adds a luxurious texture and distinctive flavor to the dish.
- Scallions: Fresh scallions provide a pop of color and a hint of freshness, balancing out the richness of the dish.
3. How to Make
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Add the duck fat into a cast iron pan and place it in the preheated oven to melt.
- Wash and dry the baby potatoes, then transfer them into the cast iron pan.
- Season the potatoes with Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together to ensure the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Roast the potatoes in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Once the potatoes are cooked, remove the pan from the oven.
- Drizzle the roasted potatoes with Buffalo sauce, then sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped scallions on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the deliciousness!
4. Variations
- Spice it Up: If you love extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
- Cheese Options: Don’t have feta cheese on hand? Try using blue cheese crumbles or shredded cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- Vegan Option: Omit the feta cheese or replace it with your favorite dairy-free alternative to make this dish vegan-friendly.
- Add Protein: Amp up the protein by tossing in cooked and shredded chicken or crispy bacon before serving.
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5. Storage
If you have any leftovers (though it’s unlikely!), store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply pop them back in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
6. Top Tip for making Roasted Buffalo and Feta Potatoes
For extra crispy potatoes, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. Spread the potatoes out in a single layer to ensure they roast evenly and develop that irresistible golden crust.
With its bold flavors and simple preparation, these Roasted Buffalo and Feta Potatoes are guaranteed to become a new favorite in your recipe rotation. Whether you’re serving them up as a side dish or enjoying them as a satisfying snack, get ready to impress your taste buds!
Roasted Buffalo and Feta Potatoes
Ingredients
- 24 oz baby potatoes
- 2 tbsp duck fat or olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup Buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1 tbsp scallions chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Add the duck fat into a cast iron pan and preheat it in the oven.
- Wash and dry the potatoes. Transfer potatoes into the cast iron pan. Season and toss to combine. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the fork goes thru easily.
- Remove pan from the oven and drizzle potatoes with Buffalo sauce and sprinkle feta cheese and scallions.
- Enjoy!
