🥔 Sliced Baked Potatoes: A Simple Yet Stunning Side Dish

If you’re looking to level up your potato game without making things complicated, you’re in for a treat. Sliced Baked Potatoes are a delicious twist on the classic baked potato — easy to make, endlessly customizable, and guaranteed to impress both at weeknight dinners and dinner parties.

Also known as accordion potatoes or Hasselback-style potatoes, this dish delivers the perfect balance of crispy edges, tender centers, and bold flavor in every bite.

⭐ Why You’ll Love Sliced Baked Potatoes

Crispy outside, soft inside — the ultimate texture combo.

Visually stunning — they look gourmet, but they’re incredibly easy to make.

Flavor-packed — butter, herbs, cheese, bacon, or anything else you love.

Budget-friendly — simple ingredients, big payoff.

Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly (unless you pile on the bacon — which is totally allowed!).

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need

This recipe keeps it simple, but feel free to get creative:

4 medium russet or Yukon gold potatoes (russets for crispy, golds for creamy)

2–3 tablespoons butter or olive oil

1–2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional:

Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan)

Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary)

Crumbled bacon

Sour cream or ranch for dipping

🔪 How to Make Sliced Baked Potatoes

Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub the potatoes clean and pat them dry. Leave the skins on for extra crispiness and flavor.

Step 2: Slice Carefully
Using a sharp knife, make thin, even slices across each potato — about ⅛ inch apart — but don’t cut all the way through. The base should remain intact so the potato fans out like an accordion.

Pro Tip: Place wooden chopsticks or spoons on either side of the potato to stop your knife from slicing all the way through.

Step 3: Season Generously
Melt butter or mix olive oil with garlic, salt, and pepper. Brush generously between the slices and all over the potato surface. The more it seeps in, the more flavor you get.

Step 4: Bake
Place the potatoes on a baking sheet or in a baking dish. Bake for 45–60 minutes, or until the slices are golden, crispy on the edges, and fork-tender in the center.

Step 5: Load Them Up (Optional)
In the last 10 minutes of baking, sprinkle cheese between the slices so it melts beautifully. Add bacon, herbs, or anything else you like. Return to the oven until toppings are melted and golden.

🍽️ How to Serve Sliced Baked Potatoes

These potatoes are versatile enough to serve as:

A side dish to steak, chicken, or grilled veggies

A main course topped with cheese, bacon, and sour cream

A party appetizer cut into halves with dipping sauces

A holiday table favorite with gourmet garnishes like truffle oil or caramelized onions

🧂 Variations to Try

Garlic Parmesan: Add minced garlic and grated Parmesan between the slices.

Cheddar Bacon Ranch: Top with shredded cheddar, crumbled bacon, and a drizzle of ranch.

Spicy Kick: Brush with chipotle butter or sprinkle with chili flakes.