Baked Smashed Potatoes with Chipotle Crema and Pickled Onions

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Golden, crispy potatoes smashed with garlic and herbs, topped with a smoky chipotle crema and tangy pickled onions. This American-inspired comfort-food recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs baby potatoes, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 lbs halved baby potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped thyme, and 1/2 tsp salt. Arrange in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Bake for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
  3. Step 3: While potatoes bake, whisk 1/2 cup sour cream with 1 minced chipotle pepper, 1 tbsp adobo sauce, and 1 tbsp water to make crema.
  4. Step 4: Thinly slice 1/2 cup red onion and toss with 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Let sit for 10 minutes to pickle.
  5. Step 5: Serve smashed potatoes topped with chipotle crema and pickled onions.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Smashed Potatoes with Chipotle Crema and Pickled Onions take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Smashed Potatoes with Chipotle Crema and Pickled Onions?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep baby potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Smashed Potatoes with Chipotle Crema and Pickled Onions?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Smashed Potatoes with Chipotle Crema and Pickled Onions for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Baked Smashed Potatoes with Chipotle Crema and Pickled Onions vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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