Colcannon with Leeks and Chives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-11 · Updated 2026-04-11

Creamy mashed potatoes blended with tender leeks and fresh chives, a traditional Irish side dish that’s simple and satisfying. This Irish-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs potatoes, leeks, milk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs, peeled and diced potatoes
• 2, white parts only, sliced leeks
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tbsp, chopped chives
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 2 lbs diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until fork-tender.
2. Step 2: While potatoes cook, melt 1/4 cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 sliced leeks and cook for 5 minutes until softened but not browned.
3. Step 3: Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Add 1/2 cup milk and 1/4 cup butter, then mash until smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: Stir in the cooked leeks and 2 tbsp chopped chives. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper, mixing until well combined.