10 Potato Side Dishes for Fried Chicken

Fried chicken is an American classic, and it’s a staple in many households.

But what do you serve with fried chicken?

Potatoes are a natural choice, but there are so many ways to prepare them that the possibilities can be overwhelming.

In this article, I will share my top 10 potato side dishes for fried chicken.

From mashed potatoes to roasted potatoes, these recipes will make sure that your meal is complete and delicious every time!

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10 Potato Side Dishes for Fried Chicken

Fried chicken is a classic comfort food, but it can be a bit bland without the right side dishes.

Potatoes are an ideal accompaniment for fried chicken, as their flavors and textures complement each other well.

Here are ten delicious potato side dishes that will take your fried chicken to the next level:

1. Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are a classic side dish made by mashing boiled potatoes until they become creamy and fluffy.

They can be served with a variety of meats, vegetables, and sauces.

What You’ll Need: To make mashed potatoes, you will need about 2 pounds of peeled and cubed russet potatoes (or other starchy potato varieties), 1/4 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of warm milk or cream, salt and pepper to taste. Other optional ingredients include garlic powder or minced garlic for flavor, sour cream for an extra creamy texture, chives or green onions for garnish.

How To Make It

1. Begin by boiling the cubed potatoes in salted water for about 15 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander then return them to the pot over low heat to steam off any remaining moisture.
3. Add the butter and mash with a potato masher until smooth.
4. Slowly add in the warm milk while continuing to mash until desired consistency is reached; season with salt and pepper as needed.
5. For added flavor, stir in garlic powder or minced garlic before serving.
6. Garnish with chives or green onions if desired before serving alongside your favorite fried chicken recipe!

2. Hasselback Potatoes

Hasselback potatoes are a classic Swedish dish made by thinly slicing potatoes and baking them until they are golden brown and crispy.

The thin slices of potato fan out like an accordion, making for a unique presentation.

What You’ll Need: To make Hasselback Potatoes, you will need six medium-sized potatoes, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and any other herbs or spices that you would like to add for flavor.

How To Make It

1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
3. Slice each potato into thin slices about 1/8 inch thick (a mandoline is helpful for this).
4. Place the sliced potatoes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper (or whatever spice combination you prefer).
6. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on top.

3. Potato Wedges

Potato wedges are a type of potato dish made by cutting potatoes into thick slices and then deep-frying or baking them.

The result is a crispy, golden brown exterior with a soft, fluffy interior.

Potato wedges can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even the main course.

What You’ll Need: To make potato wedges you will need potatoes (any variety), olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, garlic powder (optional), onion powder (optional).

How To Make It

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
3. Wash potatoes and cut into 8 wedge pieces per potato.
4. Place in a large bowl and toss with olive oil until evenly coated.
5. Add salt and pepper to taste along with garlic powder and onion powder if desired; toss until evenly distributed on the wedges.
6. Spread the wedges onto the prepared baking sheets in an even layer so they are not overlapping each other too much; bake for 25 minutes flipping halfway through cooking time until golden brown on both sides and cooked through when pierced with a fork or knife tip.
7. Serve hot!

4. Loaded Baked Potato Casserole

Loaded Baked Potato Casserole is a classic comfort food made with potatoes, cheese, bacon, sour cream and butter.

It is a creamy, cheesy side dish that goes perfectly with fried chicken or any other main course.

What You’ll Need: To make this casserole you will need four large baking potatoes (about 2 pounds), 1/2 cup of sour cream, 1/4 cup of melted butter, two cups of shredded cheese (cheddar or Colby-Jack work best), one teaspoon of garlic powder, one teaspoon of onion powder and one cup of cooked crumbled bacon.

How to Make It

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
3. Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes about 1/2 inch thick.
4. Place in a large bowl and toss with the melted butter until evenly coated.
5. In a separate bowl mix together the sour cream, garlic powder and onion powder until combined then add it to the potatoes along with half the bacon and half the cheese; mix well until everything is evenly distributed throughout the potatoes.
6. Pour potato mixture into prepared baking dish then top with remaining bacon and cheese; bake for 30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
7. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving as an accompaniment to your favorite fried chicken recipe!

5. Scalloped Potatoes

Scalloped potatoes are a classic side dish made with thinly sliced potatoes and onion, layered in a baking dish and covered with cream or milk.

The mixture is then baked until the potatoes are tender, golden brown, and bubbly.

What You’ll Need: To make scalloped potatoes you will need about 3-4 large russet potatoes, 1 medium onion, butter or olive oil for sautéing the onions, 2 cups of cream or whole milk (or a combination of both) salt and pepper to taste, garlic powder (optional), shredded cheese (optional).

How to Make It

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds.
3. Peel and dice the onion into small pieces. Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Add diced onions and cook until softened (about 5 minutes). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
5. Layer one-third of the potato slices on the bottom of the dish followed by half of the cooked onions; season with salt & pepper as desired.
6. Repeat layering process twice more ending with a layer of potato slices on top; pour cream/milk over top layer making sure all layers are covered evenly; sprinkle additional salt & pepper if desired as well as garlic powder if using it.
7. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes – 1 hour until top is golden brown and bubbly; add cheese during last 10 minutes if desired before serving warm!

6. Roasted Garlic Butter Parmesan Potatoes

Roasted Garlic Butter Parmesan Potatoes are a delicious side dish that is perfect for serving with fried chicken.

The potatoes are roasted until golden and crispy, then tossed in garlic butter and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

It’s an easy and flavorful way to dress up any meal!

What You’ll Need: For this recipe, you will need 4-5 medium potatoes (red or yellow), 3 tablespoons of butter, 2 cloves of garlic (minced), 2 tablespoons of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt and pepper to taste.

How To Make It

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Cut the potatoes into cubes and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Drizzle them with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic.
4. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
5. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
6. In a small saucepan over low heat melt the butter then add in the remaining minced garlic stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes or until fragrant.
7. Remove from heat then pour over the roasted potatoes tossing gently to coat them evenly in the garlicky butter mixture.
8. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese all over top then bake for another 10 minutes or so until cheese has melted completely into the potatoes.
9. Serve warm as a side dish alongside your favorite fried chicken recipe!

7. Potatoes Au Gratin

Potatoes au gratin is a classic French dish made with potatoes, cream, and cheese.

It is usually served as a side dish but can also be used as an appetizer or main course.

The potatoes are thinly sliced and cooked in a creamy sauce before being topped with melted cheese and baked until golden brown.

What You’ll Need: To make this delicious side dish, you will need potatoes (Yukon gold or russet work well), butter, garlic, flour, milk (or heavy cream), salt and pepper to taste, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded cheddar cheese (optional), fresh parsley for garnish (optional).

How To Make It

1. Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan with butter and set aside.
2. Peel the potatoes and slice them into very thin rounds; place them in a large bowl of cold water while you prepare the sauce.
3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the flour to form a paste then slowly whisk in the milk or cream until smooth; season with salt and pepper to taste; bring to boil stirring constantly then reduce heat to low; simmer for 5 minutes stirring occasionally until thickened.
5. Drain the potatoes from their water bath then layer half of them into prepared baking pan; pour half of sauce over top followed by Parmesan cheese; repeat layering process starting with remaining potato slices followed by remaining sauce then cheddar cheese if using it; sprinkle parmesan on top again if desired; bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until golden brown on top.
6. Let cool slightly before serving sprinkled with fresh parsley if desired.

8. Potato Salad

Potato salad is a dish made from boiled potatoes, various condiments and seasonings, and sometimes other ingredients such as celery, onions, hard-boiled eggs, or pickles.

It is generally served cold or at room temperature.

What You’ll Need: To make potato salad you will need potatoes (preferably waxy potatoes like red skinned), mayonnaise (or substitute Greek yogurt for a healthier version), salt and pepper to taste, mustard (optional), diced onion (optional), diced celery (optional), chopped parsley or chives for garnish. You can also add in any other desired ingredients such as hard boiled eggs, bacon bits, pickles or capers.

How To Make It

1. Start by boiling the potatoes until they are just tender when pierced with a fork.
2. Drain them in a colander and let cool before peeling off the skins.
3. Cut into cubes of desired size and place in a large bowl.
4. Mix together the mayonnaise/yogurt with mustard if using it then pour over the potatoes and mix gently to combine all ingredients evenly without breaking up too many of the potato cubes.
5. Add in any additional desired ingredients such as onion or celery then season with salt and pepper to taste before stirring again to combine everything evenly.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives before serving either chilled or at room temperature.

9. Parmesan Potato Stacks

Parmesan Potato Stacks are a delicious side dish that is made with thinly sliced potatoes, butter, and parmesan cheese.

The potatoes are layered in a baking dish and then baked until golden brown.

They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them the perfect accompaniment to any meal.

What You’ll Need: To make Parmesan Potato Stacks you will need 2 large potatoes (preferably Russet or Yukon Gold), 1/4 cup of melted butter, 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese, salt and pepper to taste. You will also need an oven-safe baking dish to layer the potato slices in.

How To Make It

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Peel and slice the potatoes into thin rounds using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
3. Grease your baking dish with some of the melted butter and begin layering your potato slices in it.
4. Sprinkle each layer with salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and drizzle with melted butter as you go along until all of the potato slices have been used up.
5. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown on top; let cool for 10 minutes before serving alongside fried chicken!

10. Potato Pancakes

Potato pancakes are a savory side dish made with shredded potatoes and onions, mixed with egg and flour, then fried in oil.

They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and served as an accompaniment to a variety of dishes.

What You’ll Need: To make potato pancakes, you will need potatoes (about 2 medium-sized), 1 small onion, 1 large egg, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, salt & pepper to taste; vegetable oil for frying.

How To Make It

1. Begin by peeling and grating the potatoes into a bowl.
2. Peel and finely chop the onion into small pieces before adding it to the bowl too.
3. Add the egg, flour, baking powder, salt & pepper to taste; mix everything together until combined.
4. Heat some vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Once hot enough add spoonfuls of batter into the pan flattening each one slightly with your spatula or spoon.
6. Fry for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown then flip them over carefully using your spatula or tongs before cooking for another 4 minutes on that side too.
7. Serve hot with fried chicken or any other main dish of choice!