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Baked Feta Potatoes (Easy Mediterranean One-Pan Recipe)

Crispy roasted potatoes baked with a block of feta, garlic, lemon, and herbs in one pan for a creamy, tangy Mediterranean side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs baby potatoes halved or quartered
  • 1 block feta cheese 7-8 oz / 200g
  • 1 head garlic whole, top sliced off
  • 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 large lemon juice and zest
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp paprika optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh herbs basil, dill, or parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large baking dish or sheet pan
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Fork

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking dish with parchment.
  2. Add halved potatoes, garlic head, and feta block to the dish.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle herbs, zest, salt, pepper; squeeze half lemon juice over.
  4. Toss potatoes to coat, leaving feta and garlic in center.
  5. Bake 40-50 minutes, stirring potatoes halfway, until crispy and tender.
  6. Remove, squeeze roasted garlic into dish, mash feta lightly, toss to coat.
  7. Finish with remaining lemon juice, fresh herbs, and olive oil drizzle. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispiness, broil 2-3 minutes at the end. Use skin-on potatoes for best texture.