Loaded potato wedges. From trend to staple menu item, these customizable wedges are perfect for any day of the week. While the shawarma spiced chicken brings in the Middle Eastern flair, garlic sauce and peri peri mayonnaise completes the picture. Insanely delicious!

Why I Love This Crowd Pleaser

My favorite thing about loaded goodies is, obviously, the toppings. On one end, the toppings are versatile and customizable letting your imagination run wild. On the other end, the flavor and texture of the base, fries or wedges, reigns supreme making this delicious dish absolutely amazing. It’s no wonder that an instagrammable food trend evolved into a timeless staple dish over time.

Messy, over-the-top, and ridiculously satisfying - that’s how I want to describe these wedges. Crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, potato wedges form the base of this recipe. Then you pile on spiced, juicy and slightly charred shawarma spiced chicken. And a generous drizzle of garlic sauce and peri peri mayo for extra level of flavor. The combination of hot wedges, cool sauces, and spiced chicken makes it insanely delicious.

Key Ingredients In Loaded Potato Wedges

Potatoes - Starchy potatoes are better.
Chicken - Whole chicken breast is preferred.
Spices - Shawarma spice mix.
Sauces - garlic sauce and peri peri mayonnaise.
Herbs - Freshly chopped coriander leaves (cilantro).

How To Make Loaded Wedges

Cook potatoes - All you need to do is cut the potatoes into wedges, toss with a simple seasoning comprising of salt, pepper and olive oil, and then bake until golden.

Bake chicken - Coat chicken with your favorite marinade. I used shawarma spice mix. Then simply bake until cooked through.

Assemble - Top the wedges with chicken followed by mayonnaise and garlic sauce. Add plenty of fresh herbs for that brightness.

Tips For Perfect Potato Wedges

Get the cut right - Chunky wedges that are about the same size cook at the same pace. Starchy potatoes crisp better.

Parboil wedges - Parboiling for about 3 minutes makes them slightly tender and gives you that fluffy interior.

Right seasoning - Oil with a touch of salt and pepper is simple yet perfect.

Roast at high heat - This will give you golden edges. Plus, do not overcrowd the baking tray. Flip halfway to brown evenly.

What To Serve With Loaded Potato Wedges

This dish is already loaded with immense flavors, but you can serve it with fresh sides like:

Tomato cucumber salad - Complements well with the shawarma spices.
Crisp side salad - Leafy greens with a light vinaigrette.
Sour cream - Cool and tangy.
Or build a full platter with pita bread, pickles and fresh herbs.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers

Storing the leftovers - Separate the toppings to keep the potatoes crisp and the toppings fresh. Cool and store in an airtight container to keep potatoes crisp. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

Reheating the leftovers - Reheat the wedges in the oven at 200C (400F) for 10-15 minutes or in the air fryer at 180 C (350F) for about 5-8 minutes. To reheat chicken, microwave until hot. Keep the sauces cold, and add fresh chopped coriander (cilantro) leaves.

Variations

Falafel wedges - Crumbled falafel, garlic sauce and chopped tomatoes.
Nacho wedges - Ground meat, salsa, jalapeños, melted cheese and sour cream.
Taco wedges - Taco spiced chicken, grilled corn, and avocados with lime crema.
Cheese and bacon wedges - Crisp bacon, melted cheese and sour cream.
Gravy wedges - Grilled chicken, rich mushroom gravy.
Korean inspired wedges - Gochujang meat or chicken, gochujang sauce and sesame seeds.
Greek style wedges - Spiced Greek style grilled chicken, tzatziki, cucumbers, tomatoes and oregano.

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