How to make Mashed Potatoes in the Ninja Foodi

Once you learn how to make mashed potatoes in the Ninja Foodi, life will never be the same. This is the EASIEST way to make a delicious side dish right in your Ninja Foodi! These potatoes are creamy and fluffy, perfect for any meal!

One of our favorite side dishes lately is Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes. They are so quick and easy to make and you never have to worry about boiling potatoes on the stove again. Using the Ninja Foodi or Pressure Cooker to make mashed potatoes, makes them completely effortless, and no more waiting around on water to boil for your potatoes!

These will be made using the Ninja Foodi Multi-Cooker. We always make these with our One-Pot Ninja Foodi Meatloaf and Potatoes, but you can also make them as a side dish for any meal or potluck.

What ingredients do you need for Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes?

• Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes
• Water
• Heavy Cream, Half and Half, or Milk
• Sour Cream
• Unsalted Butter
• Garlic Salt
• Additional Salt and Black Pepper to Taste
• Garnish with fresh herbs like dried parsley.

How to make Mashed Potatoes in the Ninja Foodi:

To make these Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes, we are going to use the pressure cooker function of the Ninja Foodi, in addition to the Roast/Bake Function as well.

By using the roast/bake function, it tastes a lot like a mashed potato casserole, it has a nice baked texture. These are the best comfort foods. This is why I love to use the pressure cooker for mashed potatoes because you can easily achieve that same oven-baked mashed potatoes consistency with your bake or roast function.

What type of potatoes should you use for Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes?

Yukon Gold Potatoes, Yellow Potatoes, or Russet Potatoes will yield the best result for mashed potatoes. These potatoes are starchy and hold their texture, but they soak in the ingredients and result with a creamy, fluffy mashed potato.

It’s best to wash and peel the potatoes first, then you will use a handheld potato masher to mash them right in the pot of the Foodi. This recipe will use 3 pounds of potatoes.

To mash the potatoes, you will want to use a Silicone Potato Masher to avoid any scratching of the pot of the Ninja Foodi. This set of Silicone Utensils is great to have on hand for the Ninja Foodi!

Steps to Make Mashed Potatoes in the Ninja Foodi?

It takes 10 minutes to make the mashed potatoes using the pressure cooker function. After the potatoes are cooked, a hand mixer or handheld potato masher will be used to mash the potatoes in the pot of the Ninja Foodi. If you are using a Ninja Foodi with two lids, the pressure cooker lid will be used first. The potatoes will be cooked on high pressure.

Then, the cream, sour cream, butter, and garlic salt will be mixed into the potatoes with a large spoon.

When adding the milk, start with the amount listed in the recipe card below, then add in additional if needed until you reach your desired consistency.

Once the potatoes are smooth, carefully close the lid and set to the BAKE function at 350 degrees F for 3 minutes. This will create the oven-baked potatoes consistency.

After 3 minutes the potatoes are finished and ready to serve.

Should you use cream or milk?

These potatoes taste the BEST when you use half and half or heavy cream; however, you can use skim milk or regular milk as well. The creamier milk will yield the creamiest potatoes. I do suggest the sour cream too, it adds to the flavor of the mashed potatoes.

In summary to get the creamy texture, use cream or half and half.

Tips for Making Potatoes:

• Make them Deluxe – Add bacon bits, green onions, and cheddar cheese to the top of the mashed potatoes.
• Make them Savory – Add fresh herbs like rosemary, parsley, and thyme to the mashed potatoes.
• Make them Kid-Friendly – Add cheese and bacon to the mashed potatoes.

Now, are you ready to make the best-mashed potatoes? It’s time to eat up and enjoy these Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes!

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Ninja Foodi Mashed Potatoes come out perfectly every single time, they are the perfect side dish for the holidays or a weeknight dinner, pairing them with steak, meatloaf, or turkey!