Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges (Print version)

Crispy sweet potato wedges tossed in smoked paprika and roasted to a golden finish, perfect for any meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed and unpeeled (about 24.7 ounces)

→ Seasonings & Oil

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
04 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme (optional)

→ Garnish

08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized wedges approximately ⅝ inch thick.
03 - Place the wedges in a large bowl and toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and dried thyme if using until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the wedges in a single layer on the prepared sheet, avoiding overlap.
05 - Roast for 15 minutes, flip the wedges, then roast for an additional 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp at the edges.
06 - Remove from oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired before serving.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • They're crispy enough to satisfy chip cravings but actually good for you, so no guilt required.
  • The smoked paprika does all the heavy lifting flavor-wise, meaning minimal fussing and maximum impact.
  • One sheet pan means one thing to wash, which feels like a small victory on a busy night.
02 -
  • Don't skip flipping them halfway through—one side tends to cook faster than the other, and flipping ensures even browning and maximum crispiness.
  • Overlapping wedges steam instead of roast, so fight the urge to crowd the pan even if it means using two sheets.
  • If you want extra crispy wedges, soak them in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting and dry them thoroughly with paper towels.
03 -
  • Pat your sweet potatoes completely dry before cutting—any moisture clinging to them will steam instead of roast, stealing your crispiness.
  • If you're doubling the recipe, use two baking sheets side by side rather than stacking them, since oven space affects how they cook.

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