These Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes are creamy, fluffy, and full of buttery, garlic flavor with a fresh chive finish. Made with Yukon Gold potatoes and a surprise ingredient, they're the perfect side for any meatloaf, chicken, steak, or pork dinner.
I got the inspiration for this recipe from a combination of my Mayonnaise Mashed Potatoes and my Garlic Mashed Cauliflower recipes here on my website. I added mayo to the mix of this and cooked the potatoes with whole garlic cloves. This turned into a wonderful side dish with delicious flavors.
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Why You'll Love Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes
Creamy texture: the mayonnaise blends right in and gives the potatoes a smooth, fluffy texture without overpowering the flavor.
Easy to make: Just a few simple ingredients, one pot, and a potato masher are all you need.
Family approved: these are always a crowd pleaser and pair well with just about any main dish.
Key Ingredients
Yukon Gold Potatoes: these potatoes are buttery and soft, perfect for mashing. They also hold their shape well.
Mayonnaise: the secret ingredient! It gives the potatoes an ultra creamy texture and a rich, savory flavor.
Half and Half: adds just the right amount of creaminess without making the mash too heavy.
Garlic: a few cloves cooked with the potatoes boost flavor without overpowering it.
Chives: add a little color and a mild onion flavor that goes perfectly with the creamy texture.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Sour cream instead of mayonnaise: still creamy and tangy, just a different twist.
- Whole milk instead of half and half: great if you want something lighter.
- Green onions instead of chives: for a slightly stronger onion flavor.
Variations
- Loaded Mashed Potatoes: stir in choped bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Browned Butter Potatoes: drizzle with browned butter before serving for a nutty finish.
- Everything Seasoned Potatoes: add 1-2 teaspoons of everything but the bagel seasoning and reduce the salt.
Top Tips
- Cut potatoes evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- Don't overcook or overmix. This can make them gluey.
- Drain well, then return the potatoes to the hot pan for a minute to remove extra moisture.
- Salt the boiling water generously; you likely wont need more after that.
Storing and Reheating
Refrigerate: store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze: freeze in a sealed container for up to 3 months.
Reheat on stove: warm slowly with a splash of half and half, stirring gently.
Reheat in microwave: heat at 50% power in short bursts, stirring between each one.
Serving Suggestions:
These creamy mashed potatoes are a match made in heaven with:
- Country Fried Steak with Mushroom Gravy
- Dill Pickle Meatloaf
- Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken
- Slow Cooker Shredded Beef
Leftover Ideas:
- Pan fry for crispy bits
- Turn into Loaded Potato Soup
- Try Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potato Bites
- Make Potato Salad
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📖 Recipe
Garlic Chive Mashed Potatoes
Equipment
- Sharp knive
- Wooden spoon
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes
- ½ tablespoon salt
- 6 cloves garlic
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup half and half
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped
Instructions
- Remove skins from potatoes. Rinse well with water, cut into smaller chunks, and add to a large pot.
- Remove skins from garlic cloves and add to the potatoes.
- Sprinkle potatoes and garlic with ½ tablespoon of salt. Cover with water until potatoes are just covered.
- Set the pot on the cooktop and bring it to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until you can easily pierce the potato with a fork.
- Drain water.
- Add the mayonnaise and half and half to the potatoes and using a hand masher, mash the potatoes until at your desired consistency.
- Stir in chopped chives and serve as desired.
Jenni says
What an incredibly simple change that made a WORLD of difference!!!
Hands down the best mashed potatoes I’ve ever made, my daughter even asked for a THIRD helping!!!
Shelby Law Ruttan says
Thanks for the review and comment Jenni! I'm so glad your family enjoyed this recipe.