What To Serve With Baked Potatoes (20 Main Dishes)

Baked potatoes are the ultimate blank canvas for a hearty and satisfying meal. Whether you’re in the mood for something warm and comforting or light and flavorful, there are endless ways to transform this simple spud into a satisfying main dish. If you’ve ever wondered what to serve with baked potatoes to make them a complete meal, you’re in the right place! These easy and delicious recipes will take your baked potatoes to the next level.

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My post about How Long to Bake a Potato at 450 will teach you the best way to create baked potatoes that are fluffy on the inside. I kept the seasoning simple, but you can feel free to adjust the flavor to your liking. Add your favorite baked potato toppings to this recipe, and enjoy!

Chicken

Cheesy Bacon Smothered Chicken

Cheesy Bacon Smothered Chicken. This juicy, marinated grilled chicken breast is smothered with honey mustard sauce, melted cheese, and crispy bacon. To make it extra flavorful, add caramelized onions or mushrooms. You may know this as the famous Alice Springs Chicken from Outback Steakhouse but you can make it at home.

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BEST EVER Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Breast

Cast iron skillet chicken breast is tender, juicy, and delicious. Chicken breast is seasoned with salt and pepper then cooked in a bright lemon rosemary sauce. All you need is a cast iron skillet and 30 minutes to make this flavorful dinner.

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Honey Garlic Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Sweet, tangy, sticky honey garlic lemon pepper chicken thighs. Just a few simple ingredients but so much flavor!

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Marry Me Chicken

The famous Marry Me Chicken Recipe is a skillet chicken in a sundried tomato parmesan cream sauce with fresh basil. This quick and easy dinner recipe is rated 5 stars for good reason. It will definitely inspire marriage proposals!

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Cuban-Style Air Fryer Roasted Chicken (Cuban Pollo Asado)

Try this Cuban Pollo Asado Recipe! Juicy, flavorful chicken made easy in the air fryer with Cuban spices—perfect for a quick, delicious meal!

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Baked Honey Soy Chicken Thighs

Honey Soy Chicken Thighs, baked in a sweet and savory honey, garlic, and soy marinade, are juicy, delicious, and super simple to prepare.

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Beef

Flank Steak Marinade

The best Flank Steak Marinade for perfectly juicy, tender, and flavorful steak every time. Whether oven roasted, grilled, or cooked using an indoor grill pan, this easy marinade is tangy, sweet, and savory and made using simple ingredients such as red wine, soy sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, garlic, and vinegar.

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Easy Salisbury Steak Recipe

Easy 30-minute salisbury steak with seasoned ground beef patties, onions, and earthy mushrooms smothered in a rich, velvety brown gravy.

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Prime Rib

Savor the goodness of prime rib! Tender beef rubbed with garlic, rosemary, & thyme. It’s so easy to make & perfect for any occasion!

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Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce

This Skirt steak with Chimichurri Sauce (Carne Asada con Chimichurri) is quick and tasty. The perfect combination of a great steak drizzled with delicious Chimichurri sauce, an essential part of Argentinian cuisine.

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Pork

Boneless Pork Ribs in the Oven

This Boneless Pork Ribs in the Oven recipe requires minimal prep time and ingredients. It’s one of my favorite ways to cook ribs, as it’s fairly hands-off once the ribs are in the oven. Bonus: This recipe allows you to cook the ribs to the tenderness of your choice.

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Cast Iron Skillet Pork Chops

These Cast Iron Skillet Pork Chops make an easy dinner recipe that’s ready in minutes and perfect for busy weeknights!

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Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin

Juicy cast iron pork tenderloin, seared in the skillet and finished in the oven. This is a quick, economical, and incredibly delicious recipe.

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Grilled Pork Chops with Marinade

These Grilled Pork Chops are extremely tender and succulent. Use outdoor grill or an indoor cast iron grill.

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Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary Dijon Marinade

Fire up the grill and make this super easy rosemary pork chops recipe. A simple marinade packs in loads of flavor. You’ll love it!

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Lamb

Lamb Chops with Roasted Garlic Marinade

Perfectly grilled succulent lamb chops flavoured with a roasted garlic marinade.

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Pan Seared Lamb Chops

The perfect sear, the perfect seasoning, the perfect bite!

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Fish

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Baked Halibut with Lemon Parmesan Panko

This delicious Baked Halibut includes a crispy panko crust and tangy, cheesy, citrusy seasoning. It’s a quick recipe that takes less than 30 minutes to create. Pair it with roasted veggies and mashed potatoes for a filling meal.

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Honey Bourbon Salmon (Broiled Salmon)

This honey bourbon salmon is marinated in an easy bourbon sauce, broiled until tender, and finished with the sweet honey bourbon glaze.

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Easy Oven Baked Blackened Salmon

Blackened baked salmon is an easy and impressive recipe! Coated in blackened seasonings, and baked to perfection. It’s moist, flaky, and a little spicy.

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FAQS

Is it okay to eat a baked potato for dinner?

A baked potato dinner served with a salad or vegetable side dish is a very low-calorie meal.

Does foil help baked potatoes?

I wouldn’t suggest wrapping a potato in foil. Foil holds in moisture and steams the potatoes, resulting in a “boiled” taste and texture. Plus, without the use of foil, the skin will get extra crispy and flavorful.

So next time you’re wondering what to serve with baked potatoes, try one of these delicious ideas and make it a meal!