20+ of the Best Potato Dinner Recipes
It probably comes as no surprise that I am a big lover of everything potato, having a blog called Just Gimme Fries and all. So, I thought I would share this love with all of you, and teamed up with other food bloggers to make a list of some of the best potato dinner recipes out there.
Whether you’re looking for a quick family meal or comforting savory dishes, there are plenty of widely varying potato recipes to enjoy. Just be prepared to be hungry at the end of the list!
1. Crispy Stacked Potatoes
These Crispy Stacked Potatoes went absolutely viral on TikTok, and for good reason! They are crunchy, garlicky, and even cheesy, which are without a doubt some of my favorite things.
All the individual layers of potato make sure these bites crisp up even more than usual. And even though this dish looks very pretty, you can already enjoy it in only a little over 15 minutes.
Want to give this recipe a try yourself? You can find it right here at xoxoBella.
2. Potato Enchiladas
These Potato Enchiladas are the perfect family comfort food. Taking only 30 minutes to prepare, these cheesy enchiladas with potato filling are perfect for an easy weekday meal.
This American-Mexican dish only uses a couple of ingredients, yet creates a wonderfully flavorful and filling dinner.
Gotten hungry yet? You can find the recipe and instructions right here.
3. Sweet Potatoes au Gratin
Of course, the potato dinner list isn’t complete without some sweet potatoes, so I had to add my own Sweet Potatoes au Gratin recipe. Enjoy these comforting Sweet Potatoes au Gratin, where tender sweet potatoes are covered with a rich, creamy gratin sauce, beneath a crispy cheese & pecan crust.
Want to try this dish? You can read my recipe by clicking this link.
4. Mini Hasselback Potatoes with Rosemary
These Mini Hasselback Potatoes with Rosemary are a great dinner side dish. Both soft and crispy, these oven-roasted potatoes are coated with a buttery balsamic glaze.
Want to serve this dish for your next family meal? You can find the recipe over at Green Heart Love along with more delicious vegan dishes.
5. Vegetarian Potato Lasagne
This dish gives a creative spin on the traditional lasagne, swapping the pasta for layers of potato, soaking up all that delicious sauce. This cheesy dish uses both a creamy white sauce and tomato sauce, creating a lovely balance of flavors. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free as well!
Want to try this comforting dish for yourself? Check out the recipe right here.
6. Roasted Potato Wedges with Feta Cheese
These potato wedges are a great side dish to serve with dinner. Roasted in the oven along with some lemon zest and herbs, these skin-on potato wedges become beautifully crispy and fragrant. Topping them off with some crumbly feta cheese and serving them along with a refreshing homemade dill sauce, these potatoes are surely gone in no time.
Gotten hungry yet? You can find the recipe right here and save it for your next dinner.
7. Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos
These Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos are perfect for a filling weeknight family meal. By topping slices of crispy sweet potatoes with ground turkey, salsa, crunchy veggies, and melted cheese, you turn this dish into a well-rounded meal.
You can easily adjust this recipe to your (and your family’s) own liking. Find the recipe, along with additional ingredients and topping suggestions, over at Nourished by Nic.
8. Chili’s Baked Potato Soup
Are you a fan of American restaurant Chili’s Baked Potato Soup? You can now enjoy this recipe in the comfort of your own home! Even creamier than the original, this copycat velvety potato soup with melty cheese and crispy bacon is the ultimate comfort food.
Want to serve this for your family? You can find the recipe & instructions over at CopyKat.
9. Loaded Smashed Potatoes
These Loaded Smashed Potatoes are cheesy, crispy, and savory. Topped with creamy blue cheese dressing and crispy bacon bits, these skin-on baked potatoes are elevated to another level.
Serve these potatoes as a dinner side dish, or even just as is on a Friday night.
Want to try these loaded smashed potatoes yourself? You can find my recipe right here.
10. French Fry Casserole
Another perfect family dinner dish on this list is the French Fry Casserole. This easy meal is made with ground beef, covered in a cheesy, creamy, mushroom sauce, and topped with crispy fries and even more cheese.
Just pop everything in the oven, and you have this comforting weekday dinner to enjoy without spending any real effort.
You can find this delicious recipe & the instructions on how to make it over at Simply Stacie.
11. Creamy Herbed Mashed Potatoes
A simple, but delicious dinner classic has to be mashed potatoes. These Creamy Herbed Mashed Potatoes go with pretty much anything and are the perfect addition to your family meal.
With some added whole cream and fresh sage & thyme baked in browned butter, you add even more depth of flavor to this classic dish.
You can find my Creamy Herbed Mashed Potatoes recipe right here.
12. Vegan Baked Potato
Of course, this list wouldn’t be complete without baked potatoes, let alone loaded baked potatoes. And these twice-baked Vegan Baked Potatoes look absolutely amazing.
With a crispy skin, and fluffy inside, these potatoes are already great by themselves, but even further elevated by loading them with vegan sour cream, vegan cheese, and crispy vegan bacon bits.
This dish is super easy to make, yet perfectly comforting. If you want to try this recipe yourself, head over to Zardy Plants for the recipe.
13. Mascarpone & Shrimp Gnocchi
Out of all my recipes, we eat this one frequently for dinner at home. We love both potatoes and pasta in this house, so these soft & chewy pasta dumplings made from potato are the perfect combination!
This Mascarpone & Shrimp Gnocchi recipe is the ideal quick & creamy weeknight dinner. With garlicky shrimp and zucchini, covered in a mascarpone sauce, this dish feels fresh yet decadent.
Want to add this recipe to your own dinner rotation? You can find my recipe right here.
14. Ham and Potato Casserole
With only a little hands-on time, this ham and potato casserole is a great dish for both easy weekday meals and big family gatherings.
With fluffy russet potatoes, savory bits of ham, and bell pepper, covered in a cheesy sauce, this casserole is easily your next family favorite.
Want to bake this ham and potato casserole yourself? You can find the ingredients along with the instructions over at Courtney’s Sweets.
15. Japanese Inspired Loaded Fries
One of Just Gimme Fries’ most popular recipes on the blog is – rightfully so – the one for Japanese Inspired Loaded Fries. Inspired by my first trip to Japan, these crispy French fries are loaded with seaweed flakes, panko-fried shrimp, and wasabi mayonnaise.
This recipe is especially good on a warm summer evening along with a nice cool beer, but you’ll be craving it for dinner any season. Want to eat these delicious loaded fries yourself? You can find the recipe and cooking instructions right here.
16. Punjabi Dum Aloo: Indian Potato Curry
This restaurant-style Indian potato curry is sure to impress. Just add some steamed rice, and you’ve got yourself a flavorful, filling meal!
What really sets this dish apart is the golden-brown, deep-fried potatoes, smothered in a creamy yet tangy yoghurt curry. Can’t wait to make this comforting dish yourself? You can find the recipe over at Oh My Veg.
17. Hungarian Layered Potatoes
This central European potato dish packed with protein is an easy way to serve your family a comforting meal. With only 5 minutes of prep time, the oven does most of the work for these creamy Hungarian Layered Potatoes.
What sets this dish really apart is the added smoked sausage, and boiled potatoes, which make this meal both flavorful and filling. Are you just as curious about this dish as I am? You can find the recipe over here.
18. Kartoffelsuppe: German Potato Soup
Another hearty European classic is this German Potato Soup, locally known as “Kartoffelsuppe”. Delicious any time of year, but especially great on a cold day, this filling soup is sure to lift your spirits.
With veggies, savory bacon bits, and tender bits of potato in a creamy broth, this potato soup is a guaranteed favorite at the dinner table. Want to make this authentic German recipe yourself? You can find the recipe & instructions right here.
19. Korean Kimchi Loaded Fries
You bet these Korean Kimchi Loaded Fries are on my list to try next! As you guys know, I am a big lover of Asian fusion dishes, and these chunky baked fries with gochujang and caramelized kimchi sound heavenly.
So if you’re looking for an easy, yet filling comfort meal, give these loaded fries packed with flavor a try!
Gotten hungry just by looking at the picture? You can find the recipe over at The Fruity Jem and make them yourself!
20. Mexican Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These Mexican inspired stuffed sweet potatoes are a great healthy option for a low-effort weeknight dinner. The sweet potatoes are filled to the brim with yummy toppings such as ground turkey, corn, jalapeños, and sour cream, but you can really add any of your favorite nacho toppings.
You can find the recipe over at Begin with Balance, along with suggestions on how to make a vegetarian or vegan version of this flavorful dish.
21. Hamburger Potato Casserole
And lastly, a perfect family dinner meal, the Hamburger Potato Casserole. Loved by both kids and adults alike, this ground beef casserole is layered with potatoes, creamy sauce, and smothered with cheese. What’s not to love?
With only 10 minutes of prep time, this filling dinner meal takes little effort to cook, yet can feed a crowd. Want to serve this Hamburger Potato Casserole at your next family dinner? You can find the recipe right here.
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