There might be nothing we love more than potatoes—they're the epitome of comfort food, and we love getting to eat them in every (and all) forms we can. The best part about this super spud? There are truly endless ways to enjoy it! While we included all the basics here—roasted, hash browns, mashed, taters, fries—we also threw in some creative takes on the famous staple. So if you need some weeknight dinner inspo, are looking for a midnight snack, or need a crowd-pleasing potato side dish for your next party, try whipping up one of these flavor-packed recipes to switch things up in the most delicious way.
Pairing potatoes with your mains guarantees butts in seats and the kitchen table come dinner time. You don't have to just make the same old standby recipes over and over again either (though no judgment if you do!). Our patatas bravas, our toasted sesame oil mashed potatoes, our dauphinoise potatoes, and our hasselback potatoes all have all the comforting vibes as your faves, but with an extra special twist that'll keep everyone coming back for more.
Speaking of, one of our favorite ways to guarantee dinner gets devoured is to cook potatoes alongside our main, sometimes even all in one dish. Our salmon baccala, our , our , and our ranch chicken potato casserole are the BEST—not only do they taste incredible, they come together quickly and without using too many dishes.
Need an impressive app for your next dinner or co*cktail party? Potatoes can do that too. Check out our potato croquettes, our duch*ess potatoes, our whipped feta roasted potatoes, our potatoes au gratin stacks, and more. They're proof that even the humble spud can get dressed up once in a while.
Looking for something a little less fancy for your next game day or BBQ? Try our loaded potato skins, our tater tot casserole, our gorditas, our pierogies, or our potato rolls (sliders on them are KILLER). Pair these with some of the best potato chips out there, and you'll have the perfect spread.
One of our favorite things about these recipes? Many of them have very few ingredients—or ones you likely already have on hand—making them simple and easy to prepare on the fly. If you've got some potatoes lying around and your favorite savory seasonings, you're already halfway there to making many of these easy recipes.
Can't get enough of the potato? Try our favorite sweet potato recipes for even more ideas.
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Air Fryer Crispy Potatoes
We pride ourselves for how perfect our roasted potatoes are. The only thing we've found to upgrade them? Using the air fryer. With just a little bit of oil, these potatoes get perfectly crispy on the outside while staying perfectly soft on the inside. One of our fave air fryer recipes to date, and that's saying a lot.
Get the Air Fryer Crispy Potatoes recipe.
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Patatas Bravas
Spicy, creamy, crunchy, smoky… these are all the elements you'll find in the popular Spanish tapas patatas bravas. Think of these like you would French fries, with a little more flair.
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Salmon & Potato Skillet
Easy, delicious, and filling, this salmon and potato skillet is the answer to your dinner needs, whether you’re searching for a date night star or a weeknight dinner savior.
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Classic Potato Salad
A classic potato salad is a must-have at every picnic and BBQ, and ours is the best—it's creamy and tangy, with a little bit of crunch from the onion and pickles. If you’re looking for a classic, no-fuss potato salad that won’t disappoint, this is it.
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Gorditas
What's better than a food pocket, filled with all your favorite toppings? Although you can fill these gorditas with anything you'd like, we can't get enough of this spicy chorizo and potato filling.
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Whipped Feta Roasted Potatoes
This recipe is the perfect example of the satisfying texture combo of creamy and crisp: Hot, crispy potatoes are spooned onto a billowy cloud of whipped feta, then showered with lemon zest and fresh herbs. It doesn’t get much better than that.
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Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Quick: Name one thing better than creamy, buttery, steamy, perfect mashed potatoes! See? You can't! So, put down the instant potatoes, grab your favorite spuds, a large pot, a masher, and let's get ready for comfort in a bowl.
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Homemade McDonald's Hash Browns
What is it about the crispy, crunchy, greasy potato that gets everyone so hyped up? This copycat recipe will let you make McDonald's hash browns at home.
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Melting Potatoes
These melt-in-your-mouth potatoes got their name for good reason: With a tender, soft middle and an herby topping, one bite and you'll get it. Smothered in butter, garlic, and fresh herbs, they really are amazing with everything, from weeknight dinners to romantic special occasions.
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French Onion Baked Potatoes
These baked potatoes are KILLER. If you want to make 'em a meal, go for big russets. If you'd like to serve them as hors d'oeuvres, choose a smaller potato like a fingerling or Yukon Gold. Wanna go big? Try our classic French onion soup.
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Potato Rolls
Have a leftover baked potato? The only logical thing to do is to mash the insides and make dinner rolls. It's a great way to not waste leftovers, AND the results are truly stunning. Fluffiest. Dinner. Rolls. Ever.
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Chili Oil Smashed Potatoes
These chili oil potatoes are a spicy take on one of our favorite crispy potato method: smashed potatoes. Have some extra chili oil? Why not give your veggies, fried rice, or eggs a kick of heat?
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Perfect Pan Fried Potatoes
The secret to a perfectly crispy, fried potato? It's all about the oils. Our best combo: mixing EVOO with vegetable oil (or another neutral oil with a high smoking point). Trust us, it makes a huge difference.
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Dauphinoise Potatoes
A classic French dish, dauphinoise potatoes are a creamy, cheesy potato side that's nothing short of life-changing. Layered in a cream sauce with plenty of Gruyère, thinly sliced, barely tender potatoes are baked until the entire casserole is a bubbly, melty dream.
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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
This going to be your new go-to potato side. The secret to the ultra-crispy skin? A cornstarch slurry! For some flavor we added rosemary and garlic, but just like our other roasted potatoes, feel free to add any herbs or flavors your heart desires.
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Potato Croquettes
Potato croquettes are one of the most popular Spanish tapas (or small plates)—They’re a fantastic way to give day-old mashed potatoes a new life, and are the perfect bite-size appetizer for when you want something more exciting than potato chips that will still hit those same comfort food notes.
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Potato Candy
We all know how versatile the humble potato is, but have you ever made candy out of it? This classic candy recipe might seem odd when looking at the ingredients (mashed potatoes and peanut butter??), but trust us—this nostalgic favorites is worth trying.
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Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad
We love potato salad, and during the summer we especially can't get enough of its creamy goodness. This jalapeño popper-inspired version takes things to a whole new level with a kick of heat.
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Air Fryer French Fries
Want to know the secret to super-crispy French fries? It's air frying! Forget about oil temperature, soaking, and all the other steps associated with the perfect deep-fried French fry. The air fryer uses less oil while still giving maximum crispness; what can't it do?
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Potato Soup
Searching high and low for a potato soup that doesn’t suffer from a bacon-crutch? Look no further! Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian, looking to explore more plant-based recipes, or just want a potato-focused recipe, this easy, creamy soup is the perfect way to showcase the humble potato in all its comforting glory.
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Taylor Worden
Assistant Digital Food Producer
Taylor Worden is Delish's Assistant Digital Food Producer, where she creates recipe galleries, recipe updates and more. She was previously a freelance editor on the food team for Good Housekeeping, where she also contributed entertainment and culture pieces as a freelance writer. She graduated from the University of Kansas with a degree in journalism and a lifelong love of writing. When she’s not writing, she can be found reading, testing out a new pasta recipe, or rewatching one of her favorite shows.
