Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple
For a comforting side dish that feeds a crowd, try these Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes! Think crispy, buttery exteriors that give way to the tender sweetness within—this dish takes sweet potatoes to new heights! Plus, a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a layer of flavor that’s hard to resist. A great side dish to go with your Dutch oven whole roast chicken or turkey Salisbury steak! Whether you’re serving these crispy smashed sweet potatoes for a family dinner or a dinner party, this easy recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleaser.
For the best results, try to find sweet potatoes that are long and pretty thick in diameter. Thicker sweet potatoes hold their shape perfectly when smashed, giving you delightful, hearty pieces that are truly satisfying to enjoy. When smashing the sweet potatoes, be gentle. The key is to create an uneven surface that is just perfect for soaking up the garlic butter. Keep a close eye on the sweet potatoes while they roast. They’re done when the edges are golden and crispy and the cheese has melted.
To make the Garlic Butter Smashed Sweet Potatoes, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients
3 Sweet potatoes | |
Cooking spray | |
3 tbsp Butter | |
4 cloves Garlic | |
1 tbsp Parsley | |
¼ tsp Kosher Salt | |
¼ tsp Black pepper | |
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese |
Steps to make Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet, Savory, and Simple
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1
Preheat oven
5minPreheat the oven to broil.
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2
Boil sweet potatoes
20min -
3
Smash sweet potatoes
2min -
4
Prepare garlic butter
1min -
5
Season
2min -
6
Broil
15min -
7
Sprinkle with Parmesan
1min -
8
Serve
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It's a perfect side dish for my next family dinner!
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