15 Ways to Eat Potatoes for Dinner

The humble potato is the canvas to many a meal. You already know it as a go-to side dish, but with a little help from some pantry staples it can be the star of a delicious and comforting, wallet-friendly meal.

From fully loaded baked potatoes to soups, chowders, casseroles, and more, here are 15 fun ways to turn potatoes into dinner.

Bake a bunch of potatoes during your weekend meal prep (take your pick between the oven, slow cooker, and microwave), and dinner will be a breeze to pull together in the middle of the week. If time is on your side, turn a few baked potatoes into a casserole. When you’re watching the clock, try a twice-baked number, and when you’re really in a hurry, top your baked spud with beans, greens, or any leftovers you have handy.

• The Best Twice-Baked Potato
• Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
• Cheesy Southwestern Twice-Baked Potatoes with Beans & Corn
• Savory Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with White Beans and Kale
• Baked Potato Shakshuka

Keep this lineup of potato soups in your meal plan rotation for the rest of winter and beyond, because they check all the boxes. You can expect a hearty and comforting meal that’s simple and quick to pull together, and easy on the wallet.

• 5-Ingredient Family-Friendly Baked Potato Soup
• Lemon Potato Chowder
• Red Lentil Sweet Potato Soup
• Vegan Sweet Potato Chowder
• Baked Potato Soup With Bacon, Scallions & Cheddar

Look at all the things the humble potato can do. When you want to change it up, family-friendly fajitas, skillet dinners, and potato cakes are the way to go.

• Sweet Potato Fajitas
• Fried Potatoes and Sausage Skillet
• Sweet Potato-Chickpea Patties with Sriracha-Yogurt Dip
• Jalapeño Popper Potato Skins
• Cheesy Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole