Williams' Crispy Roasted Sweet Potato Fries
Golden, caramelized sweet potato sticks with smoky paprika, baked to perfect crispness without frying. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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
- 2 large, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick sticks sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Toss 2 large peeled and cut sweet potato sticks with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread sweet potato sticks in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they don't overlap.
- Step 4: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until edges are golden brown and crispy.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Williams' Crispy Roasted Sweet Potato Fries take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Williams' Crispy Roasted Sweet Potato Fries?
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 sweet potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Williams' Crispy Roasted Sweet Potato Fries?
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 Williams' Crispy Roasted Sweet Potato Fries 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.
Is Williams' Crispy Roasted Sweet Potato Fries 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.
What others are saying
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Made exactly as written. Wouldn't change a thing.
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Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.







