Go Back
–+ servings
Print Recipe
5 from 2 votes

Microwave Garlic Butter Potatoes

Tender, buttery, and bursting with garlic flavor—these Microwave Garlic Butter Potatoes are the fastest way to get your comfort food fix.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Keyword: garlic butter potatoes, microwave potatoes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Julia Pacheco

Ingredients

  • 6 golden potatoes diced (russet or red work too, times vary)
  • ½ cup water
  • ½ tbs butter
  • ½ tsp garlic salt
  • 1 sprinkle fresh parmesan
  • 1 dash red pepper
  • 1 dash pepper
  • 1 pinch parsley

Instructions

  • Add potatoes into microwave safe dish with 1/2 cup water, covered with parchment paper (or lid). Microwave for about 10 minutes until fork tender.
  • Add in butter and garlic salt and stir well.
  • Top with any toppings you like and enjoy!

Video

Notes

  • If using russet potatoes microwave for about 3-5 minutes longer

    • Nutrition

    Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 324mg | Potassium: 1335mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 3mg
    QR Code linking back to recipe