Herb-Infused Potato Galette with Chive Crème Fraîche
A rustic, free-form potato pie featuring Colorado-grown Yukon Golds and fresh garden herbs, topped with herbed crème fraîche. This french-inspired vegetarian ready in about 60 minutes pairs thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 385 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup crème fraîche
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1.5 lbs thinly sliced Yukon Gold potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl.
- Step 2: Spread potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until edges are golden and tender.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup all-purpose flour with 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter until crumbly, then add 2 tbsp finely chopped chives and 1 tbsp chopped dill to make a rough dough.
- Step 4: Roll dough into a 12-inch circle, place over roasted potatoes on the baking sheet, and fold edges over to create a rustic border.
- Step 5: Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes until crust is golden. Top with 1/4 cup crème fraîche mixed with remaining chives before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Potato Galette with Chive Crème Fraîche take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Herb-Infused Potato Galette with Chive Crème Fraîche?
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 all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Infused Potato Galette with Chive Crème Fraîche?
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 Herb-Infused Potato Galette with Chive Crème Fraîche for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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.
What goes well with Herb-Infused Potato Galette with Chive Crème Fraîche?
French vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to vegetarian dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 40-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
