Cream Cheese and Chive Potatoes

Transform your dinner table with these irresistibly creamy and flavorful Cream Cheese and Chive Potatoes! This easy-to-make side dish combines fluffy russet potatoes, tangy cream cheese, and a touch of fresh chives to create a luxurious mash that's as comforting as it is elegant. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, butter, and black pepper, and enriched with a splash of half-and-half, these velvety mashed potatoes are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you're planning a holiday feast or a cozy weeknight meal, these decadent potatoes, beautifully garnished with vibrant chives, are guaranteed to steal the spotlight. Ready in just 30 minutes, they deliver restaurant-quality flavor straight to your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large russet potatoes
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup half-and-half
• 3 tbsp fresh chives
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
• 8 cups water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Add 8 cups of water to a large pot and bring to a boil over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Carefully place the cubed potatoes into the boiling water. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes cook, finely chop the fresh chives and set them aside.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the hot pot to dry off for 1-2 minutes over low heat.

Step 6

Cut the cream cheese into smaller pieces and add it to the pot along with the butter, half-and-half, garlic powder, black pepper, and a pinch of salt, if needed.

Step 7

Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or use a hand mixer to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped chives, reserving a small amount for garnish.

Step 9

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with the reserved chives.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your creamy, flavorful Cream Cheese and Chive Potatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3534.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2527.5

Total Fat 139.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 393.9mg	0%
Sodium 3377.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 282.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.6g
Protein 53.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 663.1mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 7214.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.4%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 43.5%