To cook potatoes in the oven, the time depends on whether you are baking whole potatoes or roasting cut potatoes, as well as the oven temperature.
Baking Whole Potatoes
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Scrub and poke the whole potatoes with a fork.
- Bake for about 50 to 60 minutes until the potatoes are soft inside and the skin is crispy
- You can also bake at 450°F for about 45-55 minutes, checking for tenderness by squeezing the potato gently
Roasting Cut Potatoes
- Cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes or chunks.
- Toss with olive oil, salt, and seasonings.
- Roast at 425°F for about 25 to 45 minutes, turning or stirring halfway through for even browning
- Lower temperatures require longer cooking times, for example:
- 350°F for 45-50 minutes
- 375°F for 35-40 minutes
- 400°F for 30 minutes
- 450°F for 20-25 minutes
- For smaller pieces or baby potatoes, roasting times can be around 20-30 minutes at 425°F
Summary Table
Method| Temperature| Time| Notes
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Whole baked potato| 425°F| 50-60 minutes| Skin crispy, inside fluffy
Whole baked potato| 450°F| 45-55 minutes| Check tenderness by squeezing
Roasted 1" cubes| 425°F| 25-45 minutes| Toss halfway for even roasting
Roasted 1" cubes| 350-450°F| 20-50 minutes (varies)| Higher temp = shorter
time
In general, baking whole potatoes takes about an hour at 425°F, while roasting cut potatoes is faster, about 20-45 minutes depending on size and temperature
