Popeyes Mashed Potatoes
on Aug 22, 2022, Updated Oct 11, 2023
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If you’re a fan of the mashed potatoes at Popeyes, this copycat recipe is just what you need. The mashed potatoes are light, fluffy, and full of delicious flavor.
Fresh garlic, butter, heavy cream, and milk make these Popeyes Mashed Potatoes extra special. It’s sure to become your go-to recipe for mashed potatoes!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- potatoes
- garlic
- salt
- unsalted butter
- heavy cream
- milk
- olive oil
(Note: Full recipe is at the bottom of the post)
How to Make Popeyes Mashed Potatoes
- Cut the potatoes into 3-inch pieces. Peel the garlic cloves and cut them in half.
- Place the potatoes in a medium-sized pan and add enough water to cover. Add salt, cover with a lid, and boil for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender. Drain the potatoes.
- Add the garlic to the pan and use a potato masher to mash the potatoes and the garlic. Add the butter and let it melt into the potatoes.
- Add the heavy cream, milk, and olive oil to the potato mixture. Stir well to combine. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Whisk for about 5 minutes to thoroughly combine the mixture.
- Serve and enjoy!
Tips And Tricks
- Garlic powder can be used in place of fresh garlic.
- Instead of using heavy cream and milk, you can use all milk, all cream, or a different combination like half-and-half and regular milk.
- Add seasonings like paprika, cayenne pepper, or dried thyme for additional flavor.
How To Serve Popeyes Mashed Potatoes
These mashed potatoes are delicious with gravy. They’re also great as a side dish to fried chicken, pork chops, fish, steak, or meatloaf.
How To Store Popeyes Mashed Potatoes
Place leftovers in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the potatoes in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw the leftovers in the fridge overnight before gently reheating on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Popeyes Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 large potatoes, peeled, preferably Yukon Gold
- 6 cloves garlic
- salt, to taste
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Cut the potatoes into 3-inch pieces. Peel the garlic cloves and cut them in half.
- Place the potatoes in a medium-sized pan and add enough water to cover. Add salt, cover with a lid, and boil for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender. Drain the potatoes.
- Add the garlic to the pan and use a potato masher to mash the potatoes and the garlic. Add the butter and let it melt into the potatoes.
- Add the heavy cream, milk, and olive oil to the potato mixture. Stir well to combine. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Whisk for about 5 minutes to thoroughly combine the mixture.
- Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
