19 Irresistible Potato Recipes to Serve on Special Occasions

Potatoes have long been a favorite addition to any meal, and the holidays are no exception. These potato side dish recipes showcase the versatility and comforting nature of this beloved ingredient. Perfectly paired with any main course, they bring satisfaction to every plate.

Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Make these mouthwatering orange glazed sweet potatoes as a side dish to pair with roasted meat. It’s special enough to be a holiday dish.
Get the Recipe: Orange Glazed Sweet Potatoes

Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

With roasted garlic, a creamy lemon and herb dressing and crispy-skin potatoes that are tender inside, this smashed potato salad is a winner.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Indulge in creamy garlic mashed potatoes, the ultimate comfort food. Perfectly buttery and flavorful, this recipe will elevate any meal.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Garlic Butter Fondant Potatoes

These garlic butter fondant potatoes are worth making. They’re crispy on the outside, soft inside and they literally just melt in the mouth.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Fondant Potatoes

Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes

These mouthwatering garlic parmesan baby potatoes are roasted in the oven until tender inside, golden crispy outside and so irresistible.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes

Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Bacon Potatoes

Make these slow cooker cheesy ranch bacon potatoes and your taste buds will be in heaven. It’s a rich-flavored, satisfying and cozy side dish.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Bacon Potatoes

Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Give this loaded mashed potato casserole a try and it’ll become a keeper. Fluffy potatoes are flavored with cheese, bacon, garlic, and more.
Get the Recipe: Loaded Mashed Potato Casserole

Crispy Stacked Potatoes

Crispy TikTok stacked potatoes make a delicious side dish. The crispy potatoes are stacked and seasoned making it a crunchy potato recipe.
Get the Recipe: Crispy Stacked Potatoes

Red Skin Mashed Potatoes

These red skin mashed potatoes are buttery, garlicky, and so easy to make! The left-on skins add a great texture to this classic side dish.
Get the Recipe: Red Skin Mashed Potatoes

Smoked Potato Salad with Bacon

This smoked potato salad features a combination of smoked potatoes and smoked hard-boiled eggs that take this classic salad to the next level!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Potato Salad with Bacon

Gouda Cheddar Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes au Gratin

Gouda cheddar parmesan scalloped potatoes are the perfect side dish. The smoked Gouda, white cheddar and parmesan cheese go well together.
Get the Recipe: Gouda Cheddar Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes au Gratin

Twice Baked Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

You will love this twice baked sweet potato casserole. It’s a sweet potato with pecan topping dish that pairs well with everything!
Get the Recipe: Twice Baked Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Casserole Stacks

Air fryer sweet potato casserole stacks made a delicious side dish. This sliced yam casserole is a breeze to prepare.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Sweet Potato Casserole Stacks

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

This creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes recipe is easy to make, perfectly textured and is brimming with sweet and nutty flavors!
Get the Recipe: Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Air Fryer Roast Potatoes

Crispy Air Fryer Roast Potatoes with Cajun seasoning—perfectly seasoned, quick, and easy to make! Ideal for weeknight meals or weekend brunches.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Roast Potatoes

Funeral Potatoes

Serve vegan funeral potatoes at potlucks or the meal following a funeral (thus the name). It’s creamy shredded potatoes baked until golden.
Get the Recipe: Funeral Potatoes

Lemon Greek Potatoes

Delicious Lemon Greek Potatoes with olive oil, oregano, and garlic. Crispy, tender wedges with fresh lemon flavor. Perfect side in 1 hour!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Greek Potatoes

Air Fryer Accordion Potatoes

These air fryer accordion potatoes are a wonderful side dish that’s quick and easy to prepare. They come out of the air fryer tender, golden and so crispy.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Accordion Potatoes

Maple Garlic Sweet Potato Casserole

This gorgeous maple garlic sweet potato casserole is simple to prepare and offers a blend of incredible flavors and textures in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Maple Garlic Sweet Potato Casserole