Everyone loves this ‘Lazy Bacon-Potato Crunch’—just 4 ingredients, and it’s gone in a flash
This Crispy Potato and Bacon Sheet Pan dish is rustic comfort at its best. Thinly sliced potatoes roast alongside chopped bacon, soaking up the rendered fat as they cook for a perfectly crisp texture and deep, smoky flavor. It’s versatile enough to serve as a hearty breakfast side, a steakhouse-style dinner accompaniment, or even a base for loaded “sheet pan fries.”
🥔🥓 Crispy Potato and Bacon Sheet Pan
📝 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Russet potatoes, thinly sliced | 4 medium |
| Bacon, chopped | 6 slices |
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
| Salt and black pepper | To taste |
🔥 Directions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). While the oven heats, thinly slice the potatoes.
Pro Tip: Aim for slices about ⅛ inch thick. Thicker slices won’t crisp properly, while thinner ones may burn before the bacon finishes cooking.
Step 2: Season the Potatoes
Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss until evenly coated.
Step 3: Arrange on the Pan
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a sheet pan. Avoid overlapping—stacked slices will steam rather than crisp.
Step 4: Add the Bacon
Scatter the chopped bacon evenly over the potatoes. As it cooks, the rendered fat will fry the potatoes directly on the pan.
Step 5: Bake to a Crunch
Bake for 30–35 minutes, watching closely near the end, until the potatoes are golden brown and the bacon is crisp.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. This allows the potatoes to firm up, making them easier to serve.
