Kitchen Divas

  • Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
  • Work With Us
  • Subscribe
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
  • Work With Us
  • Subscribe
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • About
    • Contact
    • Work With Us
    • Subscribe
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Blog » Main Courses » Chicken

    What to Serve with Baked Potatoes

    Published: Mar 14, 2023 · Modified: Sep 28, 2023 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

    Share
    Pin
    Post
    Email
    Share

    Baked potatoes are a hearty and delicious side that can serve as the perfect accompaniment to any meal. They’re no-fuss, easy to whip up, filled with nutrients and vitamins, and incredibly versatile. But what do you serve with baked potatoes so they become something more than just average?

    Collage of four Delicious main course dishes to serve with baked potatoes. The title "What to Serve with Baked Potatoes" is in the center of the collage.

    Well, we’ve got just the solution – take a look at our list of flavor combinations that will add some gourmet flair to your dinner plate! Our ideas for what to serve with baked potatoes are sure to give even the most basic potato dish an extra special touch.

    What are some popular baked potato toppings?

    Baked potato toppings can range from the traditional butter and sour cream to a selection of flavorful cheeses, bacon bits, herbs, spices, chives, and even salsa. Grated cheese is always an easy option for adding some extra flavor to your potatoes. Options like shredded cheddar or mozzarella are especially popular. Try out different combinations to really make your potatoes stand out.

    Are there any healthy toppings?

    Yes! You can create plenty of delicious and nutritious variations on the classic baked potato. Opt for lean proteins like grilled chicken, steak, turkey, or fish. Vegetables such as sautéed spinach, mushrooms, red peppers, onions, and tomatoes are all great additions to cheesy potatoes. Try adding a dollop of Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for a creamy element without extra fat.

    Or, consider using nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan cheese for a healthy, vegan topping that’s packed with flavor. Finally, don’t forget the herbs – they add a wonderful freshness that can really bring your potato dish to life.

    Whatever toppings you decide on, there’s no doubt that baked potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be customized to suit any taste. Try out our ideas for what to serve with baked potatoes the next time you’re looking for an extra special side dish. Your taste buds will thank you!

    What to serve with baked potatoes?

    You can serve baked potatoes with almost any main course. Try serving them with grilled meats, fish, or even vegetable dishes. They also pair wonderfully with a variety of sauces and soups.

    Typically when we think of a baked potato, steak goes hand in hand. Yes, they pair up perfectly but there are other proteins that go well with baked potatoes as well.

    The following recipes are our go-to for what to serve with baked potatoes that are steak and so much more.

    Denver Steak Recipe
    Are you looking for a steak that's full of flavor, cooks up juicy, but won't break the bank? This Denver steak recipe is for a super-flavorful steak that's cooked to medium-rare perfection.
    Get the Recipe
    Sliced Denver cut steak on a plate with broccoli and baby potatoes.
    Air Fryer Round Steak
    Air fryer eye of round steak is tender, juicy, and perfectly cooked every time. It's a feast for any beef lover and so easy to make!
    Get the Recipe
    Air Fryer Haddock
    Air fryer haddock is a delicious, healthier version of fried fish. It's crispy on the outside, flaky on the inside, and there's no oily mess!
    Get the Recipe
    Parmesan Chicken Thighs
    Parmesan chicken thighs are coated with panko parmesan breading and then baked to golden brown perfection. They're so easy and so delicious.
    Get the Recipe
    Lemon Pepper Pork Chops (Pork Chops with Lemon Pepper)
    This lemon pepper pork chops recipe makes tender, juicy pork chops, with lemon pepper, mustard and more. This pork chops with lemon pepper recipe is a keeper.
    Get the Recipe
    An overhead closeup of a cooked lemon pepper pork chop surrounded by 3 lemon slices in pan.
    Easy Stuffed Flank Steak Pinwheels
    Stuffed flank steak pinwheels transforms flank steak aka london broil into tender, juicy, and tasty stuffed steak. Cook them in the oven or on the grill for a tasty weekend dinner the whole family will love!
    Get the Recipe
    Easy Stuffed London Broil
    Margarita Grilled Chicken
    Margarita Grilled Chicken is flavorful with a hint of citrus. This dish is not only easy to make, it's healthy and tastes just like Chili's Margarita grilled chicken. Top that!
    Get the Recipe
    Pan Seared T-Bone Steak Recipe
    This T-bone steak recipe features a perfectly pan-seared T-bone steak topped with gravy with garlic spinach to create a rich, flavorful meal the whole family will love.
    Get the Recipe
    T Bone Steak on a plate with some gravy and fresh rosemary.
    Fried Pork Sandwiches
    Fried Pork Chop Sandwiches are so delicious, they're restaurant-quality. An easy meal the entire family will love!
    Get the Recipe
    Two fried pork chop sandwiches on cutting board.
    Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken
    This Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe makes crispy, juicy, and flavorful chicken every time. It is a weeknight easy recipe that tastes better than fried chicken and requires just a few ingredients.
    Get the Recipe
    Smoked Flank Steak
    A delicious basic flank steak marinade infuses the steak before cooking in the smoker. This combination yields a perfectly juicy, tender steak.
    Get the Recipe
    Cheesecake Factory Truffle Honey Chicken
    This copycat Cheesecake Factory truffle honey chicken is just as delicious as the original, and it's actually very easy to make.
    Get the Recipe
    Easy Pan Fried Pork Chops
    Cook up perfectly juicy, well-seasoned pan fried pork chops without flour! With this guide and recipe for how to fry pork chops, you will know exactly how to cook the best bone-in or boneless pork chops that will get rave reviews at the dinner table!
    Get the Recipe
    No flour pork chops pan fried inside a skillet.
    Air Fryer Ribeye Steak
    Air Fryer Ribeye Steaks are, juicy, tender ribeyes that cook quickly thanks to the air fryer. Done just to your liking, this steak is a feast on a plate!
    Get the Recipe
    close up image of air fryer steak topped with melted butter and three slices already cut. placed on a wooden cutting board.
    Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs
    Bacon wrapped chicken thighs with garlic are so addictive! This chicken thighs recipe with bacon is so easy you won't believe it! And you can cook them in the air fryer or the oven for a chicken thigh full of garlic and bacon flavor and nice crisp edges.
    Get the Recipe
    Bacon wrapped garlic chicken thigh on a plate with mashed potatoes and asparagus.
    Savory Balsamic Pork Roast
    Balsamic Pork Roast is a game-changing recipe! You can easily prepare your gravy, roast, and onions before placing them all in the crockpot and letting them cook.
    Get the Recipe
    Balsamic pork roast with cooked onions and gravy on top.
    Air Fryer Porterhouse Steak
    Air fryer porterhouse steak cooks up tender and juicy every time. This air fried porterhouse steak is perfectly done and so delicious.
    Get the Recipe
    sliced air fryer medium rare porterhouse steak on parchment paper
    Bacon Wrapped Barbecue Chicken
    My Bacon Wrapped Barbecue Chicken recipe makes juicy bacon wrapped chicken breasts with brown sugar BBQ sauce, baked in an oven or air fryer.
    Get the Recipe
    Bacon Wrapped Barbecue Chicken
    Smothered Pork Chops with Tomato Gravy
    My mom is the inspiration behind this smothered pork chops with tomato gravy recipe! It's everything a cozy, comfort food meal needs to be! Even better, it goes together quickly and easily for a meal that everyone will be raving about!
    Get the Recipe
    Closeup photo of Mom's Pork Chops and Tomato Gravy inside a large dish on the table.
    BEST Steak Sandwich - Tender and Juicy
    Are you ready for a dinner recipe that will fill you full? This Steak Sandwich is LOADED with flavor and topped with fresh ingredients.
    Get the Recipe
    Baked Garlic Balsamic Steak
    Are you ready for a steak that's so tender and flavorful it will make your taste buds dance? Look no further than this delicious Baked Garlic Balsamic Steak! Balsamic vinegar on steak works fantastic! All you need are a few simple ingredients to cook up a steak recipe that satisfies, every time!
    Get the Recipe
    Balsamic steak slice on a plate with mashed potatoes and broccoli.
    Easy Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Chops
    Sweet Glazed Pork Chops take one minute to prepare and require only a few ingredients for a fabulous result! Dinner doesn't get easier than this!
    Get the Recipe
    Brown sugar glazed pork chop sliced on a plate with rice and green vegetable.
    Simple Barbecue Steak Tips Recipe
    Simple barbecue steak tips is an easy stove-top steak recipe made with bite-sized pieces of sirloin steak or beef roast that goes great with rice or mashed potatoes. The beef tips cook up in the best gravy for a tasty weeknight dinner in less than 30 minutes.
    Get the Recipe
    Simple barbecue skillet steak tips with rice and corn on plate.

    Baked potatoes are a great, nutritious side dish that is perfect to serve with almost any meal. When deciding what to serve with baked potatoes, it is important to consider different flavors and textures.

    Pairing your baked potatoes with cheese, bacon, vegetables, or sauces will create an amazing flavor combination and make your side dish stand out in any meal! Not only that but adding supplementary ingredients like these can help you turn a simple side like a baked potato into something more substantial and enjoyable.

    So next time you're planning a dinner menu be sure to include some delicious baked potatoes -- your guests will appreciate the effort!

    Collage of four Delicious main course dishes to serve with baked potatoes. The title "What to Serve with Baked Potatoes" is in the center of the collage.
    Share
    Pin
    Post
    Email
    Share

    More Chicken

    • A piece of tomato basil chicken on a plate with a bite cut off.
      Tomato Basil Chicken
    • Turkey club wrap served in two halves.
      Turkey Club Wrap
    • Rotisserie chicken tacos in a soft shell on a cutting board.
      Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
    • Chicken club sandwich cut in half.
      Chicken Club Sandwich

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating





    Welcome!

    We are the kitchen divas: Karin and my partner in life, Ken.

    We have been attached at the heart and hip since the first day we met, and we love to create new dishes to keep things interesting. Variety is definitely the spice of life!

    More about us

    Most Popular Recipes!

    • A fork holding pieces steak in crockpot next to mashed potatoes on a white plate, garnished with chopped herbs.
      Ribeye Steak in Crockpot
    • Air Fryer Haddock
    • A slice with a fork in it.
      Easy Hobo Casserole
    • A rack of beef ribs in the oven on a piece of parchment brushed with bbq sauce.
      The Best Beef Ribs Recipe

    Discover More Dinner Recipes ➡️

    Summer Favorites

    • A plate of pancake batter fried fish with sauce on the side garnished with lemon slices.
      Pancake Batter Fried Fish
    • A slice of Oreo delight on a white plate garnished with an Oreo cookie.
      No-Bake Oreo Delight
    • A slice of Funfetti ice cream cake on a blue plate.
      Funfetti Ice Cream Cake for Birthdays & More
    • A crispy fried tomato cut it half stacked on top of one other.
      Crispy Fried Tomatoes

    More Easter Sweet Treats and Side Dishes ➡️

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About
    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work With Us

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2025 Kitchen Divas All Rights Reserved