Creamy mashed potatoes swirled with salted butter, sour cream, and fresh chives. A delicious side perfect for a dish hot off the grill or fresh from the skillet or oven.
August 19th is National Potato Day, and it is a day that needs celebration! This is a recipe for creamy flavorful mashed potatoes flavored with sour cream, butter, and fresh chives. It is a perfect side dish for grilled steak or chicken, and a great way to use some of that summer herbs! My kiddos love mashed potatoes, and thankfully chives, and are always happy when some variation is on the menu. The great thing about chives is that the flavor is really mild and if you are a person who want a light onion type flavor you will adore these! I love the added creaminess from the sour cream, and the contrast with the chives is delicious!
This is a great side to make in advance because it can simple be warmed in the microwave when you are ready to eat and it keeping in the fridge 2-3 days. With school fast approaching I love having a few side dishes I can make in advance and warm for dinner time.
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Happy National Potato Day!
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What do you need to make Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes?
- Russet potatoes
- Whole milk
- Sour cream
- Butter
- Salt and Pepper
- Fresh chives
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of potato?
Sure! Red skinned and Yukon will also work well in this recipe. However, other types may produce a different texture.
Are chives strong in flavor? I am worried I will not like them?
Chives are pretty mild. Of course a large amount of herb will taste strong, but this recipe gives a light flavor and not overpowering.
My potatoes are kind of gummy- what can I do?
Make sure when whipping the potatoes to add the milk slowly. If the potatoes are still a little heavy, slowly add a little more milk.
Can I use a different type of milk like 2%?
Yes, I like whole because it is creamier, but 2% will work just fine.
What is the best way to warm the potatoes?
I like to warm them in the microwave or oven with a few pats of butter on top.
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Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 3 Lbs russet potatoes peeled and quartered
- 5 tablespoon stick salted butter
- 3 tablespoon sour cream
- ⅔ cup whole milk
- 2 ½ tablespoon chopped fresh chives, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil potatoes till tender. Drain and place in a large mixing bowl. Add butter and sour cream and mix with an electric mixer while slowly adding the milk. Stir in 2 tablespoon chives.
- Season with salt and pepper and top with remaining chives.
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This post was originally created in 2015, and updated in 2019 for reader enhancement and recipe updating.
Valentina | The Baking Fairy
I am a firm believer that mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish! Yours look so creamy and I love the chives for a little added pizzazz!
Amy (Savory Moments)
Yum!! I'm a huge mashed potato lover and these are perfection!
Wendy Klik
Always happy to have make ahead dishes. Makes life so much easier.
Terri Steffes
If I could just have these potatoes, I could make a full meal. How delicious!
Karen
There is nothing better than mashed potatoes, and with sour cream, they are so easy to make ahead. Gorgeous photos.
Camilla M. Mann
Sour cream and chives are a match made in heaven. And those potatoes look fluffy and delicious. I could dive right in!
Ann | plantcrush
I love the flavor profile you're highlighting for this recipe; reminds me of sour cream and onion potato chips but in mashed potato form!! Sounds so good, I gotta try it!
Angie
I love any and all mashed potatoes! These are a favorite for sure!
Christie
I can eat mashed potatoes every day and never get tired. These look totally creamy and delicious.
Nicole Hood
Oh my goodness those creamy potatoes and all that butter! Yum!
GUNJAN C Dudani
I love sour and chive combination. But when I saw your recipe that you mixed it in mashed potatoes I immediately started drooling. I am so eager to try it right now. Heading to the grocery to get some chives since I ran out of it yesterday.
Harriet
I normally add plain cream, but do I like your idea of adding sour cream. I will definitely try this next time I make mashed potato.
Leslie
Oh this looks amazing! I need to make these for our Thanksgiving meal with our friends. I'm sure it will be a hit!