Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes
Creamy and ultra-buttery, these mashed potatoes capture the smooth, comforting texture and gentle seasoning you expect from takeout favorites. A touch of half-and-half adds richness while black pepper gives subtle warmth, making Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes perfect alongside fried chicken, roasted meats, or weeknight dinners. Top with parsley for a fresh finish that balances the velvety bite.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 55
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 28
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 23
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Cover the potatoes with cold water by 1 inch in a large saucepan and stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then boil until the potatoes are fork-tender but still hold their shape, about 10 minutes. Drain.
- 2
Return the potatoes to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the excess liquid evaporates and the potatoes are dry, about 1 minute. Press the hot potatoes through a potato ricer into a large bowl.
- 3
Meanwhile, warm the half-and-half and butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until heated through and the butter is melted, about 3 minutes, then gradually pour into the riced potatoes. Stir to combine, season with pepper and the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and garnish with parsley.
- Calories 367.48 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 5.83 g Moderate 12%
- Carbohydrate 41.56 g 15%
- Total Fat 19.85 g High 25%
- Saturated Fat 12.8 g High 64%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 51.84 mg Moderate 17%
- Sodium 56.21 mg Low Source 2%
- Dietary Fiber 3.54 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 2.69 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 83.26 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.03 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 992.68 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin A 23.68 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 29.34 mg Good Source 33%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
About This Recipe
Homestyle KFC Style Mashed Potatoes is made with 6 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Fresh Parsley, and Half & Half. Each serving provides about 367.48 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Fresh Parsley, Half & Half, Russet Potato. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 367.48 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes healthy?
- Homestyle KFC-Style Mashed Potatoes has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 367.48 calories and 5.83 g of protein, or 12% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 12.8 g (64% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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