Roasted potatoes are a staple side dish for many meals, but have you ever wondered what else you can serve with them to elevate your meal to the next level? The options are endless, but we'll go over 32 of our favorites!
Roasted potatoes are one of my absolute favorite meals! Or is it a snack? Hard to say because every time I pass by that baking sheet of crunchy olive oil or fat covered bites I can't help but snack on them! It doesn't matter if they are mini red potatoes, large russet potatoes, or purple fingerling potatoes - I love em' all!
Not only can you have them as a snack, but my favorite way to enjoy them is either with a seasoned sour cream sauce, underneath eggs and hollandaise, or tucked into a massive and delicious breakfast burrito. Ya, my mouth is watering and I should really eat breakfast.
So, if you are like me and adore roast potatoes (which I will seriously question you if that's not your jam), then this is the post for you! Not only do we have an amazing roasted potato recipe here at Joy to the Food you can make but we also have compiled all our favorite ways to use them! So let's get cracking!
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- What Goes With Roasted Potatoes?
- What meat goes well with roasted Potatoes?
- 1. Mustard and Onions Stuffed Chicken Breast
- 2. Pork Chops in Mushroom Soup
- 3. Parmesan Crusted Baked Walleye
- 4. Creamy Mediterranean Salmon
- 5. Traditional Meatloaf
- 6. Cranberry Chicken Thighs
- 7. Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy
- 8. Honey Dijon Pork Tenderloins
- 9. Lamb Chops with Mustard Thyme Sauce
- What vegetarian dishes go well with roasted potatoes?
- 10. Arugula Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette
- 11. Lentil Soup
- 12. Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
- 13. Spinach, Apple, Walnut Salad
- 14. Enchilada Zucchini Boats
- 15. Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet
- 16. Creamy Poleta and Red Wine Mushrooms
- 17. Portobello Mushrooms With Spinach and Feta
- 18. Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
- What Breakfast foods goes well with roasted potatoes?
- 19. Eggs Benedict
- 20. Huevos Rancheros
- 21. Southwest Egg Bake
- 22. Oat Milk Pancakes
- 23. Fruit Yogurt Parfait
- 24. Shakshuka
- 25. Savory Breakfast Bowl
- How to make roasted potatoes a main dish
- 26. Roasted potatoes Salad
- 27. Poutine with roasted potatoes
- 28. Potatoes and Cauliflower tacos
- 29. Spicy Potato Kale Bowls
- 30. Potato Breakfast Burrito
- 31. Roasted Potato and Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
- 32. Buddha Bowl
What Goes With Roasted Potatoes?
Anything! Ok, maybe not like banana pudding put pretty much any savory dish will go with potatoes. Potatoes in general make for a hearty and versatile meal. They can be served as a side, eaten on their own, or smothered in a delicious sauce. Enjoy them with protein, with veggies, or with breakfast!
What meat goes well with roasted Potatoes?
I'm so glad you asked! Roasted potatoes can go with many different proteins and luckily we have put together a comprehensive list of protein dishes you can serve with any potato recipes. Ranging from chicken to fish to pork to beef, we have all the options!
1. Mustard and Onions Stuffed Chicken Breast
This Low Carb Stuffed Chicken Recipe is a delicious, healthy main dish to serve with roasted potatoes.
This recipe uses Greek yogurt, mustard and onions to create a creamy sauce stuffed into the chicken breast making it great to pair with a garlic powder and parmesan cheese based roasted potato recipe.
Ready on the grill or in the oven, it can be prepped the day before and prepped in minutes.
2. Pork Chops in Mushroom Soup
Warm, comforting, cozy – All words to describe these tender pork chops smothered in cream of mushroom soup! This recipe is made in an Instant Pot or slow cooker so it won't mess with the cook on the potatoes!
If you're looking for a budget meal that doesn't skimp on flavor then these pork chops paired with roasted potatoes is for you. You can even add extra mushroom soup and smother both the potatoes and pork chops in this creamy sauce!
3. Parmesan Crusted Baked Walleye
Flaky, crunchy fish is a delicious pairing to roasted potatoes (or roasted potato salad - which I'll discuss more later!).
This fish is super easy to make and ready in 15 minutes making it a great weeknight staple! It honestly takes longer to thaw the darn fish. Topped with a splash of lemon juice, this walleye will perfectly compliment any roast potatoes.
4. Creamy Mediterranean Salmon
My personal favorite pairing with potatoes! This recipe includes juicy salmon with a creamy yogurt lemon garlic sauce that is packed with fresh herbs.
Pairing potatoes with a creamy sauce is a great way to get that dipping sauce affect without actually dipping. It also helps to mellow (but not mute) any bold flavors on the potatoes, like black pepper, cayenne, or turmeric.
Little sauce on the fish, little sauce on the potatoes and we are all happy campers!
5. Traditional Meatloaf
Meatloaf is a great addition to potatoes. Yes, it is the addition TO the potatoes. Think burger and french fries but meatloaf and potatoes - a classic pairing!
This traditional meatloaf is best with ketchup over top - just like the potatoes! You can also bake both the potatoes and the meatloaf at the same temp which makes for an easy oven hassle free meal.
6. Cranberry Chicken Thighs
For a festive kick or just for special occasions, I like to pair this cranberry chicken with roasted potatoes.
This recipe uses chicken thighs to get that super crispy skin on the chicken. It also tastes delicious with gravy on both the chicken and the potatoes!
7. Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy
Along the lines of meat and potatoes, I would be crazy to not include Salisbury steak on this list of potato pairings.
This one is covered is a creamy mushroom sauce that only benefits from the crunch of roasted potatoes. It is a family favorite and quite possibly the best way to enjoy potatoes as a delicious side dish.
8. Honey Dijon Pork Tenderloins
Ok ok - sweet and salty - one of my favorite things! These honey dijon pork tenderloins are such a staple in our house. These pork chops are juicy and ready in the blink of an eye!
The great thing about pairing sweet and salty is that it makes dishes super kid friendly! And no, I don't condone serving kids tons of sweets but when you have picky eaters, honey Dijon can certainly help!
9. Lamb Chops with Mustard Thyme Sauce
Try serving roasted potatoes with a flavorful protein such as a herb-crusted lamb or a savory pork tenderloin. The rich meat pairs perfectly with the crispy, salty potatoes.
What vegetarian dishes go well with roasted potatoes?
Roasted potatoes are a great side dish for many vegetarian meals. That's because vegetarian dishes are often light, and potatoes are hearty so they'll fill you up!
We recommend tasty dishes from soup and salads to stuffed peppers and skillets. There are lots of tasty options to serve with potatoes!
10. Arugula Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette
Another great option is to serve them with a tangy and refreshing salad. A simple arugula and lemon dressing salad is the perfect complement to the hearty potatoes.
11. Lentil Soup
If you want to be warmed up on a cold day then Lentil soup with roasted potatoes is an ideal meal!
This soup is so tasty and packed with nutrients, but it isn't the most filling thing to eat. That's why it makes sense to eat it with hearty potatoes that will fill you up!
12. Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
These bell peppers are cut in half, then packed with cheese, beans and taco seasoning.
Load up your plate with one or two peppers and then throw some crispy roasted pantoates on the side for a complete vegetarian meal!
13. Spinach, Apple, Walnut Salad
For a light salad that's full of flavor, try this spinach salad that features apple, walnut, and feta!
This salad is nice and sweet, which is a good complement to savory potatoes. You can enjoy the potatoes on the side or even add them on top of the salad for an extra chomp in every bite!
14. Enchilada Zucchini Boats
Who's ready for a food cruise? Because these enchilada zucchini boats will take your taste buds for a ride!
All jokes aside, these are seriously amazing. And with some crunchy potatoes on the side you'll have a balanced meal!
15. Spinach Mushroom Quinoa Skillet
This spinach and mushroom quinoa skillet is a great recipe for a busy weeknight meal.
It has all the right ingredients for a healthy and filling dish, and if paired with roasted potatoes you'll have a perfect meal!
16. Creamy Poleta and Red Wine Mushrooms
If you've never had polenta then now's your chance to give it a try! Polenta is a creamy dish made of yellow cornmeal that's oh so good.
This amazing Polenta recipe features mushrooms in a red wine sauce. It's a creamy smooth dish that pairs perfectly with crunch potatoes on the side!
17. Portobello Mushrooms With Spinach and Feta
Mushrooms don't get as much love as they deserve. In particular, Portobello mushrooms are big enough to make into a great main dish, as this recipe does!
These Portobello mushrooms come stuffed with feta cheese and spinach and then are marinated in balsamic vinegar. It makes a great side for roasted potatoes!
18. Spinach and Ricotta Stuffed Shells
We recommend another stuffed recipe to round out our vegetarian recommendations. These spinach and ricotta stuffed shells are simply fabulous!
They're giant shells and cooked in a tomato sauce. Make a little extra sauce and throw it on top of a side of roasted potatoes for a delicious side dish!
What Breakfast foods goes well with roasted potatoes?
They say you should eat breakfast like a king or queen so you have plenty of energy throughout the day. That's why a main dish with roasted potatoes is the perfect food to eat in the morning!
If you're looking for savory main dishes to eat with breakfast potatoes then we recommend options from shakshuka to eggs benedict. For sweet options pancakes or yogurt parfaits are a wonderful choice!
19. Eggs Benedict
It's no secrete that eggs benedict is one of the top brunch meals of all time. Which makes sense because hollandaise sauce is next level delicious!
If you need the perfect side for eggs benedict then look no further than roasted potatoes.
Pro tip: if you have any hollandaise sauce left over then smother it on your potatoes for a real treat!
20. Huevos Rancheros
If you want to hit all the food groups in one breakfast then this Huevos Rancheros recipe is your ideal option.
It has protein packed eggs and chorizo, healthy avocado and cilantro, and beans and tortillas that will fill you up.
The only thing it's missing are roasted potatoes on the side, which is why they're a perfect pairing!
21. Southwest Egg Bake
We stick with the spicy breakfast options with this scrumptious southwest egg bake. This bake is features hot sausage and jalapenos for just the right level of heat.
It's a soft dish that's just missing some crunch - the perfect companion for roasted potatoes!
22. Oat Milk Pancakes
Pancakes and potatoes. These two breakfast items don't just start with the same letter, they're also super tasty together!
If you've never tried maple syrup on potato pieces then you're missing out. It's a savory and sweet combination that deserves more credit!
23. Fruit Yogurt Parfait
This fruit yogurt parfait checks all the boxes - fresh berries, creamy yogurt, and crunchy granola on top!
It's a great breakfast to meal prep for. Just keep it in the fridge and grab it when you're hungry.
24. Shakshuka
This Shakshuka breakfast recipe hits the stop. It'll warm your soul and belly in the morning with its tomato base, eggs, peppers, and onions.
You can pour it over a pile of roasted potatoes and eat them together, or enjoy them separately!
25. Savory Breakfast Bowl
This savory breakfast bowl is for all the Paleo and Whole30 people out there!
Even if you don't follow a specific diet we highly recommend this bowl to start your day.
That's because it features protein rich sausage, the super food king kale, and smooth and creamy avocado. How could you go wrong!
How to make roasted potatoes a main dish
Roasted potatoes are such a versatile food. They can be turned into a wide variety of full meals!
Here we'll go over a handful of our top dishes that feature potatoes, including tasty tacos, filling burritos, and healthy potato salad.
26. Roasted potatoes Salad
Potato salads are the classic dish to bring to a summer party. Impress all the other guests with this salad filled with roasted potatoes, radishes, asparagus and so many more fresh flavors!
This salad is so colorful and full of texture. It's sure to stand out on your plate and to your taste buds!
27. Poutine with roasted potatoes
This is one of my favorite hearty meals to eat. That's because it has braised beef, caramelized onions, and perfectly roasted potatoes all smothered in a heavenly sauce.
Can it get any better than that? Not if you're a hearty meal fanatic like I am!
28. Potatoes and Cauliflower tacos
You may think of chicken or beef when picturing tacos. But have you ever had roasted potatoes and cauliflower tacos?
If not, give this scrumptious meal a try! It's vegetarian and packed with all those great Mexican flavors that we all know and love for tacos.
29. Spicy Potato Kale Bowls
Kale is a nutritious deep green leaf. It doesn't taste great it's own, but this recipe turns it into something special!
This fall salad has a tahini based mustard dressing that coats every piece of kale and roasted potato in the salad so that each bite is bursting with flavor.
30. Potato Breakfast Burrito
You know when you've been awake for a few hours and haven't eaten anything and you get hangry all of a sudden and just want all the food?
This potato breakfast burrito is perfect for that situation! If this bold and flavorful burrito is going to fill you up and cure your hunger, I promise!
31. Roasted Potato and Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
This wholesome bowl has nearly every color of the rainbow - red tomatoes, orange chickpeas, yellow roasted potatoes, purple olives, and green parsley.
It's filled with just as much flavor as it is colors! Give it a try and you won't be disappointed.
32. Buddha Bowl
You can also put your crispy potatoes into this healthy Buddha bowl!
This is a great way to get a variety of healthy vegetables into your diet. It features cucumbers, broccoli, avocado and so much more!
No matter what you choose to serve with your roasted potatoes, you can't go wrong with any of these options. So next time you're planning a meal, don't be afraid to experiment and try something new with your trusty roasted potatoes.
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