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    Home » Side dishes

    50 Best Potato Recipes for Dinner

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 11, 2023, updated May 10, 2023 - Leave a Comment

    Greek potatoes topped with Feta cheese.

    If you love potatoes, then this post is for you. Whether you want to serve them as a side, in a salad, or make them the star of the show - you will find a new recipe to try here. From crispy roasted potatoes to creamy mashed potatoes, this article provides 35 delicious potato recipes for dinner that the whole family will love.

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    • 24 Tasty Potato Sides For Dinner
    • 4 Easy Potato Salads For Dinner
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    • 10 Complete Potato Dinners
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    Potatoes are a great ingredient to keep on hand for any easy weeknight dinner. They're so versatile and can be dressed up or down any way you like, and seasoned to match whatever you are serving.

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    24 Tasty Potato Sides For Dinner

    Potatoes are a great side for basically anything. Leave it lightly seasoned to let the other dishes shine, or spice it up and make it the star of the show.

    Smashed potatoes topped with parmesan and parsley.
    Roasted Smashed Potatoes with Parmesan
    These garlicky Smashed Potatoes are the perfect preppable dinner party dish. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, they turn out crispy, cheesy and just plain delicious.
    Check out this recipe
    Leftover boiled potato casserole topped with chives.
    Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole
    Next time you have leftover boiled potatoes, you must try this leftover boiled potato casserole! With all the classic flavors of baked potatoes, this dish is creamy, cheesy and so quick and easy to make.
    Check out this recipe
    close up of air fryer potato wedges
    Air Fryer Potato Wedges
    15 minutes is all you need to make the best air fryer potato wedges. Lightly seasoned with salt & olive oil they're baked to perfection i the easiest way possible - and a great healthier alternative.
    Check out this recipe
    Greek potatoes topped with Feta cheese.
    Greek Potatoes with Lemon & Feta Cheese
    Learn how to make roasted Greek Potatoes in this step-by-step photo & video guide. Easy to make with limited prep, and loaded with flavor from lemon, oregano and garlic. Topped with Feta cheese that melts slightly on the hot potatoes - this is the perfect side dish for any meal!
    Check out this recipe
    Baked potatoes.
    The Best Crispy Baked Potatoes
    Try the best crispy baked potatoes recipe, to learn the secrets to making the bestbaked potatoes in the oven! An easy make-ahead dinner, these healthy baked potatoes are the perfect comfort food.
    Check out this recipe
    Ingredients for air fryer baby potatoes.
    Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
    Learn how easy it is to cook Air Fryer Baby Potatoes in under 20 minutes! These small, crispy potatoes are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Heavily seasoned with salt, they resemble the Canarian potatoes "Papas Arrugadas".
    Check out this recipe
    mashed potatoes in a blue bowl
    Mashed Potatoes without Milk
    The best mashed potatoes without milk have no extra ingredients - just more butter! Done in under 30 minutes these mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish and will have you wanting to finish them all by yourself.
    Check out this recipe
    Air Fryer French Fries
    Homemade fries are a real treat with these Air Fryer Fries. You’ve never truly lived until you’ve tried a homemade Whole30 french fry made in the air fryer!
    Check out this recipe
    Mexican potatoes on a baking sheet with some lime wedges.
    Mexican Potatoes with Lime & Cilantro
    Make deliciously crispy Mexican Potatoes in just 45 minutes, in the oven or air fryer. Topped with lime & cilantro this is a yummy side dish with a spicy kick - and at its best served with a cool sauce or sour cream.
    Check out this recipe
    Close up of country potatoes.
    Country Potatoes
    Make delicious Country Potatoes at home in just 15 minutes and make good use of those leftover boiled potatoes! This is a quick and easy diner-style side that's perfect any time of day, loaded with flavor from pantry staple seasonings
    Check out this recipe
    air fryer tater tots next to a small bowl with ketchup
    Homemade Air Fryer Tater Tots
    Learn how to make Tater Tots at home - easy to make and loaded with amazing taste. Seasoned with garlic & onion powder, salt & pepper they come out crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside.
    This recipe includes both air fryer and oven instructions.
    Check out this recipe
    Gluten-Free Scalloped Potatoes
    These Gluten-Free Scalloped Potatoes are thinly sliced and layered in a baking dish and topped with a delicious homemade cream sauce. Made without flour and you’ll also find dairy-free options listed.
    Check out this recipe
    Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes
    These Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes are a perfect weeknight dinner, snack, or appetizers. They’re baked, not fried, and are packed with so much flavor from bacon & cheddar cheese.
    Check out this recipe
    Cast iron potatoes.
    Cast Iron Potatoes
    One of the best side dishes ever, these Cast Iron Potatoes are sure to be a family favorite. Great for breakfast or as a side for meals, these crispy roasted potatoes are vegan and gluten-free.
    Check out this recipe
    Aloo Pakora
    Aloo Pakora is a crispy potato fritters are made with sliced potatoes dipped in an earthy, spiced gram flour batter and fried until golden.
    Check out this recipe
    Honey Miso Garlic Roasted Potatoes.
    Honey Miso Garlic Roasted Potatoes
    A crispy garlic roasted potatoes recipe with a light honey miso garlic drizzle caramelized at the end to give it a layer of umaminess!
    Check out this recipe
    Spicy Bombay Potatoes
    These Spicy Bombay Potatoes or Masala Aloo, are a great appetizer or side dish to any meal. Make them as a one-pot dish in just 20 minutes!
    Check out this recipe
    Air fryer potatoes.
    Air Fryer Potatoes
    Crispy and perfect, these roasted Air Fryer Potatoes are a fast and delicious side dish. You’ll love that these potatoes in the air fryer are vegan, vegetarian, and packed with so much flavor!
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl with garlic chili potatoes.
    Garlic Chili Potatoes
    Flavorful, easy Garlic Chili Potatoes made with steamed potatoes, garlic, chili sauce and honey, sprinkled with green onions & sesame seeds.
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of garlic herb potatoes.
    Garlic Herb Slow Cooker Potatoes
    Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Potatoes. A must-save for Thanksgiving and Christmas. A lifesaver recipe when the oven is filled!
    Check out this recipe
    Cauliflower potato bake,
    Potato And Cauliflower Bake
    Drenched in a silky white sauce, sprinkled with Gruyere and baked until perfection, my Potato And Cauliflower Gratin is the best side dish for any occasion.
    Check out this recipe
    Hasselback potatoes.
    Best Hasselback Potatoes
    There are seriously the BEST HASSELBACK POTATOES! Easy to make, these Swedish Potatoes are flavorful, beautiful, crispy and absolutely delicious. Try them!
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of mashed potatoes.
    Boursin Mashed Potatoes
    Boursin mashed potatoes are the perfect hack for taking your favorite side dish to a new level. The flavors help to make this dish a classic.
    Check out this recipe
    A potato cake on a plate.
    Air Fryer Potato Rosti
    With just 5 ingredients, you can make this delicious air fryer potato rosti as a side dish to any meal. Ready in 20 minutes!
    Check out this recipe

    4 Easy Potato Salads For Dinner

    Nothing screams summer like a potato salad. But choose the right potato salad recipe , and it's delicious any time of year.

    side view of french potato salad with parsley and capers
    Creamy French Potato Salad
    Try the best easy, homemade Vegan Potato Salad! Without mayo, eggs or any dairy products it's made creamy the traditional French way with a Dijon mustard dressing - which makes it naturally vegan, gluten free and dairy free.
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot Potato Salad {With Mayo Free Options}
    This loaded Instant Pot Potato Salad is the dish that everyone will love. This recipe has mayo-free options for a healthier potato salad and is the perfect make-ahead side dish for your next BBQ. No pressure cooker? You’ll also find stovetop instructions include in the post.
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon Potato Salad
    Vegan Lemon Potato Salad! This simple mayo-free lemon potato salad is perfect for summer. Creamer potatoes in a lemon-herb dressing.
    Check out this recipe
    Potato Salad with Hardboiled Eggs
    A delicious potato salad with hardboiled eggs for a hearty side.
    Check out this recipe

    12 Potato Soups For Dinner

    The best potato soups are magical. They take these simplest of veggies, with just a few other things, and turn them into a delicious, comforting bowl of soup. If you love a good bowl of potato soup as much as I do, check out these recipes!

    Two bowls of potato soup.
    Instant Pot Potato Soup
    A cozy bowl of comfort food, Instant Pot Potato Soup is a healthy and simple dinner. This creamy potato soup is a super easy and delicious fast weeknight meal.
    Check out this recipe
    Creamy Potato Leek Kale Soup (Vegan)
    Creamy Potato Leek Kale Soup (Vegan)
    This comforting potato leek kale soup is the perfect blend of creamy potatoes and tender leeks, with a pop of color and nutrition from kale. It’s the perfect dish for a chilly winter evening, and
    Check out this recipe
    Two bowl of red pepper potato soup.
    Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Potatoes
    Roasted red pepper soup with potatoes is a flavorful vegetarian soup recipe. Tender potatoes, bold, smoky peppers in creamy, flavorful puree.
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of potato bacon soup.
    Creamy Potato Bacon Soup
    Kicking off soup season strong with this classic Creamy Potato Bacon Soup! Potato soup combined with bacon pieces, cheese, sour cream, and topped with fresh chives. Yep – it’s basically loaded baked potato in soup form. So yummy, so cozy, so needed as the weather gets colder! You are welcome. Any di…
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of hash brown broccoli soup.
    Hash Brown Potato Broccoli Soup
    Hash Brown Potato Broccoli Soup is an easy one-pot recipe that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. A creamy and hearty soup with a mild flavor.
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of potato zucchini soup.
    Potato Zucchini Soup
    Potato zucchini soup is a creamy, light soup made with a handful of simple pantry ingredients. As a bonus, this soup is vegan & gluten-free.
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of vegan potato soup.
    Vegan Potato Soup
    Thick, hearty & creamy Vegan Potato Soup. It’s really simple to make & very budget friendly. Enjoy it as it is or get creative with toppings!
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of loaded potato soup.
    Easy Loaded Potato Soup
    This easy loaded potato soup recipe is creamy and fully loaded with crispy bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and sliced green onions.
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of parsnip and potato soup.
    Roasted Parsnip and Potato Soup
    This Roasted Parsnip and Potato Soup has simple ingredients but a lot of flavor. It’s creamy but healthy and is one of our favorite ways to use those fresh fall parsnips. #roastedparsnips #potatosoup #recipes #healthy #soup
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of fennel, potato and leek soup.
    Fennel and Leek Soup with Potatoes
    Fennel and leek soup with creamy potatoes is a delicious vegetarian recipe. It uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly.
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of cauliflower potato soup topped with dark bread croutons.
    Creamy Cauliflower Potato Soup
    A creamy vegan cauliflower potato soup with added protein from white beans, flavoured with rosemary and garlic, then topped with rye croutons.
    Check out this recipe
    Two bowls of potato pumpkin soup.
    Creamy Pumpkin Potato Soup
    Make some thick and creamy pumpkin potato soup from scratch in just 30 minutes! This luscious one pot soup also happens to be vegan and gluten-free.
    Check out this recipe

    10 Complete Potato Dinners

    Potatoes don't have to be "just a side" - you can also make them the real star of the show by adding them to your main dish. Here are just some ideas for how to do it.

    top view of potato halloumi stir-fry in a pan
    Potato Stir-fry with Halloumi & Veggies
    This 25-minute (prep included!) potato stir-fry loaded with halloumi & veggies is sure to become your new dinner favorite! Healthy, quick and easy to make it's a delicious dinner dish that's packed full of flavor and all done in one pan - with just a touch of lemon to take it from great to amazing.
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of aloo gobi.
    Air Fryer Aloo Gobi (Indian Roasted Potatoes & Cauliflower)
    Roasted Aloo Gobi is so good & takes less than 20 minutes to make in the air fryer or oven. You will never have mushy aloo gobi ever again!
    Check out this recipe
    A bowl of curry with rice.
    Slow Cooker Potato Curry
    This Indian-style slow cooker potato curry is the ultimate weeknight dinner. Hearty and packed with plant-based protein and veggies.
    Check out this recipe
    A pan full of eggplant potato stew.
    Eggplant Potato Stew Recipe
    This thick and hearty Eggplant Potato Stew Recipe is ready in just 45 minutes! It’s easy to make, packed with healthy vegetables, and delicious!
    Check out this recipe
    Lentil shepher's pie on a plate.
    Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
    This vegan shepherd’s pie is easy to make in your Instant Pot, slow cooker, or on the stove top.
    Check out this recipe
    closeup sideview of a bowl with fried potatoes, feta cheese, poached egg and a sprig of basil
    Fried Potatoes Breakfast Bowl with Feta Cheese & Poached Egg
    Got leftover boiled potatoes? Then you need to make this fried potatoes breakfast bowl! It's done in 10 minutes and loaded with the best fried potatoes topped with a generous amount of slightly melted feta cheese and a perfectly poached egg. Cut into the egg and the silky yolk covers all that cheesy, salty, yumminess for a perfect bowl of breakfast.
    Check out this recipe
    a bowl full of massaman chicken curry topped with chopped peanuts
    Massaman Chicken Curry
    This authentic Massaman Chicken Curry is made all in one pot in just 45 minutes, using store bought Massaman paste. Filled with coconut milk, chicken potatoes, peanuts and more it's super creamy, subtly sweet and not so spicy.
    Check out this recipe
    foil packet cod with tomatoes, lemon and potatoes
    Baked Cod in Foil with Tomatoes, Potatoes & Lemon
    Make these flavor loaded foil packs with just 5 minutes of prep. Filled with cod, tomatoes, potatoes and lemon for a fish-potatoes-and-sauce-dinner all in one. The secret to not overcooking the fish? Use frozen cod.
    Check out this recipe
    closeup of oven baked drumsticks with veggies and sauce
    Baked Chicken Drumsticks with Veggies - a sheet pan meal
    Need a quick and easy dinner? These chicken drumsticks are baked in the oven with loads of veggies for a hands-off, weeknight friendly meal the whole family will love. This is a sheet pan dinner you don't want to miss!
    Check out this recipe
    close up of a chicken drumstick in tomato sauce
    Instant Pot Chicken & Potatoes in Tomato Sauce
    This Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes is a flavor packed dinner, a complete meal done in the instant pot. With a delicious tomato sauce made from fresh tomatoes, tomato paste and oregano, this is an easy dinner that's perfect for those busy nights!
    Check out this recipe

    Which recipe are you most excited to try? Let me know in the comments below and share what you're making on Instagram with the tag #alwaysusebutter!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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