Description
Indulge in the crispy, cheesy delight of Crispy Southwest Potato Stacks! Perfect for any occasion, these flavorful stacks combine thinly sliced russet potatoes seasoned with zesty spices and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Whether served as a side dish or a fun appetizer, they are guaranteed to impress guests and tantalize taste buds. With their perfectly golden edges and customizable spice levels, these potato stacks are not just easy to prepare but also versatile enough to fit any gathering. Get ready to enjoy a burst of flavor in every crunchy bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the potatoes into thin rounds (about 1/8 inch thick) using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss potato slices with olive oil, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper until evenly coated.
- Stack the seasoned slices into small towers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each stack.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle cheddar cheese over each stack; return to oven for an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving alongside sour cream or ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stack (78g)
- Calories: 157
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 293mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 11mg