Introduction

This Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes recipe brings tender, flavorful baby potatoes coated in a rich and velvety garlic cream sauce. It’s an easy side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, chicken, or seafood, perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion.

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Ingredients

2 pounds (900 g) baby potatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped (optional, for extra flavor)
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
½ cup (120 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme (or Italian seasoning)
½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the halved baby potatoes and cook until they are fork-tender, about 12–15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion (if using) and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in the heavy cream and broth. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Add the cooked potatoes into the skillet. Toss gently to coat them in the creamy garlic sauce.
Step 5: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Step 6: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm as a flavorful side dish.

Tips & Variations

For a richer flavor, use butter instead of olive oil to sauté the garlic and onion.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick.
Swap the Parmesan for Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.
If you prefer, roast the baby potatoes before adding to the sauce for a crispy texture contrast.
Use fresh thyme instead of dried, adding it at the end of cooking to preserve its aroma.

Storage

Store leftover creamy garlic baby potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of broth or cream if the sauce has thickened too much. Avoid microwaving for best texture and flavor.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular potatoes instead of baby potatoes?

Yes, you can use regular potatoes cut into small, even pieces. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly to ensure they become tender before adding to the sauce.

Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?

This recipe is vegetarian as long as you use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. The cheese and cream are vegetarian-friendly, so it fits a standard vegetarian diet.

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This Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes recipe features tender baby potatoes cooked until fork-tender and tossed in a rich, flavorful garlic cream sauce. Enhanced with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, it’s a perfect comforting side dish to complement roasted meats, chicken, or seafood.

Author: Kai
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Side Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Scale

Baby Potatoes

2 pounds (900 g) baby potatoes, halved

Sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped (optional, for extra flavor)
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
½ cup (120 ml) chicken or vegetable broth
½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning
½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Cook the potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the halved baby potatoes and cook for about 12–15 minutes until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and set them aside.
Make the garlic cream sauce: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and, if using, finely chopped onion. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Simmer the sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and chicken or vegetable broth. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme or Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until it slightly thickens.
Combine potatoes with sauce: Add the cooked baby potatoes to the skillet and gently toss to coat them evenly with the creamy garlic sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let everything simmer together for another 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
Serve: Garnish the creamy garlic potatoes with freshly chopped parsley. Serve warm as a delicious side dish alongside roasted meats, chicken, or seafood.

Notes

You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter dish, though the sauce will be less rich.
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and ensure Parmesan is vegetarian-friendly.
Adding finely chopped onion is optional but adds extra flavor depth.
Adjust seasoning to taste; start with less salt and add more if needed.
Leftover creamy potatoes can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.

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