Crispy Potato Stacks

These Stacked Potatoes are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with savory flavor! They’re layered with thinly sliced potatoes coated in a garlic-chive cream sauce, Parmesan cheese, and smoky bacon, then baked to perfection in a muffin tin. Top them with even more bacon for an irresistibly delicious side dish everyone is sure to love!

Why You’ll Love This Stacked Potatoes Recipe

• Great for Every Occasion: With their beautiful presentation, these muffin tin potatoes are elegant enough for special occasions, yet easy enough for casual family dinners.
• Perfect Texture: These layered potatoes have a golden brown, crispy exterior and a tender, creamy center.
• Loaded With Flavor: The combination of the garlic-chive cream sauce, smoky bacon, and savory Parmesan is a match made in heaven!

If you love potato recipes with bacon, you’ve got to try these Au Gratin Potatoes, Cheesy Potatoes, and Hasselback Potatoes next. 

Ingredients

Here are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make these stacked potatoes in a muffin tin.

• Potatoes: I chose Yukon gold potatoes for this recipe for their creamy texture and ability to hold up well when sliced very thin, I recommend using a mandolin and slice the 1/16th of an inch. Feel free to use yellow or russet potatoes instead.
• Heavy Cream: Forms the base of the garlic-chive cream sauce for the baked sliced potatoes.
• Melted Butter: Adds richness to the cream sauce and helps the potatoes become golden brown in the oven.
• Chives: Provide a fresh, earthy, and mild onion flavor to the dish.
• Garlic: Adds depth of flavor to the cream sauce for these potatoes in a muffin tin.
• Bacon: Provides a smoky, savory flavor. You’ll need some for the cream sauce and some for sprinkling on top of the potatoes before baking.
• Parmesan Cheese: Adds another layer of savory flavor to the dish and is sprinkled on top before baking the stacked potatoes

See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

Variations

• Sweet Potato Stacks: Use thinly sliced sweet potatoes in place of the Yukon gold, and swap the chives for sage in the cream sauce to put a fall-inspired spin on the dish.
• Truffle Stacks: Mix a drizzle of truffle oil into the melted butter to add a delightful aroma and flavor to the potatoes.
• Italian-Inspired: Use a mixture of mozzarella and Parmesan and swap the chives for Italian seasoning.

How to Make Stacked Potatoes

To get started making these Parmesan potato stacks, preheat your oven to 375°F and spray your muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.

• Step 1: Prepare the potatoes. Thinly slice the potatoes using the mandolin and place in a large bowl.
• Step 2: Make the cream sauce. Mix together melted butter, garlic, chives, cream, salt and crumbled bacon in a separate bowl.

• Step 3: Mix the potatoes and cream sauce. Add the sliced potatoes to the cream sauce and toss to combine.
• Step 4: Layer the potatoes. Add 6-8 potato slices to each muffin tin well, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and top with 6-8 more potatoes.

• Step 5: Add the remaining cream sauce. Top each stack of potatoes with any remaining cream sauce from the bowl.
• Step 6: Top with cheese and bacon and bake. Sprinkle Parmesan and crumbled bacon on top of each stack. Then, bake covered with foil for 25 minutes. Increase the temperature to 425°F and bake uncovered for 10-15 more minutes.

Storage Directions 

• Refrigeration: Allow the potatoes to cool completely, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Freezing: Arrange the cooled stacks on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, about 1-2 hours. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
• Reheating: For the best texture, reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are warmed through and crispy on the edges. You can also reheat individual stacks in the microwave in 30-second intervals, but note that they will not be as crispy.
• Make Ahead: Prepare in the muffin tin as directed. Then, cover the muffin tin tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

Serving Suggestions

These potato stacks are perfect for family dinners and special occasions. Here are some great ideas for enjoying them.

• Make these stunning stacks for the holidays with this Instant Pot Ham or Smoked Turkey Breast.
• Serve these savory potatoes alongside your favorite chicken dishes like this crispy Fried Chicken or this Chicken Cordon Bleu.
• Don’t forget the dessert! Finish off your meal with this Banana Cream Pie.

Expert Tips

• Make it Kid-Friendly: Use a blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses for a milder flavor kids love.
• Use a Mandoline for Uniform Slices: A mandoline makes slicing quick and ensures that each potato slice is the same thickness, helping the stacks bake up evenly.
• Don’t Peel the Potatoes: Leave the potato skins on for added texture, as they will crisp up nicely. 

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