Potatoes are one of the most versatile and beloved ingredients in the kitchen. From crispy fries to creamy mashed potatoes, there’s no shortage of delicious ways to enjoy them. Whether you’re looking for comforting classics or creative new dishes, these 19 potato recipes are sure to inspire your next meal.

Easy Potato Soup

Easy Potato Soup. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Warm and comforting, this potato soup is a breeze to make and loaded with creamy flavors. It’s the ultimate bowl of goodness to cozy up with after a long day.
Get the Recipe: Easy Potato Soup

Quick Weeknight Mashed Potatoes

Quick Weeknight Mashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Need a quick and delicious side dish? These mashed potatoes come together in no time and pair perfectly with just about any meal.
Get the Recipe: Quick Weeknight Mashed Potatoes

Roasted Baby Potatoes with Garlic and Italian Herbs

Roasted Baby Potatoes with Garlic and Italian Herbs. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Crispy on the edges and bursting with flavor, these roasted baby potatoes are elevated with a touch of garlic and a sprinkle of Italian herbs.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Baby Potatoes with Garlic and Italian Herbs

Southern Mashed Potatoes

Southern Mashed Potatoes. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Rich, buttery, and totally satisfying, Southern mashed potatoes bring that classic down-home flavor to your plate.
Get the Recipe: Southern Mashed Potatoes

Cheesy Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes

Four twice baked potatoes in a small baking dish.
Cheesy Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Packed with melty cheese, crispy bacon, and a dollop of sour cream, these twice-baked potatoes are a flavorful treat everyone will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Loaded Twice Baked Potatoes

Easy Scalloped Potatoes

Small baking dish with scalloped potatoes.
Easy Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Thinly sliced potatoes layered with a creamy sauce make this dish a family favorite that’s both easy and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Easy Scalloped Potatoes

Air Fryer Red Potatoes

Air fried red potatoes in an air fryer basket.
Air Fryer Red Potatoes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Get crispy, golden-red potatoes in minutes with the air fryer! They’re a simple yet tasty addition to any meal.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Red Potatoes

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Golden roasted air fryer baby potatoes on a serving plate with a wooden and metal spoon.
Air Fryer Baby Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These baby potatoes are irresistibly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, cooked to perfection in the air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

Two crispy air fryer hasselback potatoes with chives, garlic and butter on a white plate.
Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Thinly sliced and roasted in an air fryer, these Hasselback potatoes are a visually stunning and absolutely delicious side dish.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes

Taco Potatoes

Taco potatoes on a plate with a taco and beans.
Taco Potatoes. Photo credit: Ginger Casa.

Spice up your dinner with taco-seasoned potatoes that are crispy, flavorful, and a fun twist on classic comfort food.
Get the Recipe: Taco Potatoes

Surprise Potatoes

A casserole dish with shredded cheese and a wooden spoon.
Surprise Potatoes. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

A fun spin on baked potatoes with hidden ingredients inside that will have everyone curious and excited to dig in.
Get the Recipe: Surprise Potatoes

Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Three baked potatoes on a blue and white plate.
Stuffed Baked Potatoes. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Filled with your favorite toppings, these baked potatoes are hearty, satisfying, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Baked Potatoes

Ukrainian Potatoes

A slice of beefy John Wayne casserole on a plate.
Ukrainian Potatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Fluffy-on-the-inside, crispy-on-the-outside, these Ukrainian potatoes are a simple delight, seasoned to perfection.
Get the Recipe: Ukrainian Potatoes

Greek Lemon Potatoes

Greek Lemon Garlic Potatoes in a black dish with lemon in the background.
Greek Lemon Potatoes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Bursting with zesty lemon flavor and a touch of oregano, these potatoes are a Mediterranean-inspired delight.
Get the Recipe: Greek Lemon Potatoes

Parmesan Potatoes

A plate of parmesan potatoes is served with a small ramekin filled with creamy dipping sauce.
Parmesan Potatoes. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

These crispy, golden potatoes are coated in Parmesan cheese for an irresistibly savory and cheesy flavor.
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Potatoes

Garlic Herb Pork and Potatoes

Garlic Herb Pork and Potatoes. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

A one-pan meal that’s savory, hearty, and full of perfectly seasoned potatoes and tender pork.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Herb Pork and Potatoes

Oven-Baked Buttermilk Chicken and Potatoes

Buttermilk chicken and potatoes on a plate.
Oven-Baked Buttermilk Chicken and Potatoes. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Tender chicken and perfectly baked potatoes come together in this simple, flavorful dish the whole family will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Oven-Baked Buttermilk Chicken and Potatoes

Roasted lemon potatoes, broccoli and peppers

Roasted lemon potatoes, broccoli and peppers. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

This vibrant dish balances hearty potatoes with refreshing lemon flavor and savory roasted veggies for a colorful, healthy meal.
Get the Recipe: Roasted lemon potatoes, broccoli and peppers

One Pan Chicken Drumsticks and Potatoes

An iron skillet filled with hot chicken drumsticks and potatoes and carrots.
One Pan Chicken Drumsticks and Potatoes. Photo credit: Not Entirely Average.

Juicy chicken drumsticks and golden potatoes roast together in one pan, making dinner prep a breeze!
Get the Recipe: One Pan Chicken Drumsticks and Potatoes

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