We love serving a perfect baked potato as a side dish, or as its own light meal piled with toppings (see above). Here are some more ways to serve a baked potato:
Steak – Baked potatoes are a classic side to meaty dinners, whether it’s Pan-Seared Steak, or Grilled Steak.
Chicken – a baked potato is delicious with Spatchcock Chicken or juicy Baked Chicken Breast.
Chili – Topping a baked potato with our Chili Recipe is a comforting combination.
Vegetables – Serve as a side with Roasted Broccoli or Roasted Brussels Sprouts.
Can I Make Baked Potatoes Ahead of Time?
Baked potatoes are always at their best when enjoyed right away, but if you need to, storing and reheating is a breeze. You can even freeze baked potatoes for another meal.
To keep your potatoes hot: wrap each one in foil to keep warm in the oven with the residual heat. Or, you can place the wrapped potatoes inside your instant pot or slow cooker on the lowest heat or ‘keep warm’ setting. The skins will start to wrinkle and you may notice some browning after an hour or so.
To Store: Allow the baked potatoes to cool completely, and then cover and refrigerate them for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Reheat baked potatoes uncovered in the oven at 350ºF for 15-20 minutes to crisp the skins up again. You can also reheat potatoes in the air fryer until warmed through, as we do with our Air Fryer Baked Potatoes.
To Freeze: Once your baked potatoes have cooled, pre-freeze the baked potatoes on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer bag and freeze for 3-4 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
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