Balsamic Caramelized Onion Mushroom Crispy Smashed Potatoes

5 from 3 votes

Balsamic Caramelized Onion Mushroom Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Crispy smashed potatoes are covered in a creamy balsamic sauce packed with caramelized onions and tender mushrooms for the ULTIMATELY easy side or appetizer!

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 35

Total Time 45

Servings servings

Calories 205kcal

Ingredients

6-8 medium red potatoes
2 tablespoons + 2 additional tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Instructions

Prick red potatoes all over with a fork and arrange on a greased baking sheet. Bake potatoes at 400F 35-40 minutes until very tender. Immediately smash potatoes flat with the bottom of a glass. Set aside.
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter until bubbly then add onions, stirring occasionally until onions are a deep caramelized brown. Add garlic and mushrooms and saute 2-3 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
Reduce heat to medium and add balsamic vinegar, seasonings, and heavy cream. Bring to a low simmer until slightly thickened. Keep warm.
Drizzle smashed potatoes with remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter and return to oven. Broil 2-3 minutes until potatoes are a deep crispy golden brown.
Spoon mushroom sauce over potatoes and return to oven under broiler for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce is bubby. Serve smashed potatoes hot and enjoy!

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