
Farmhouse Breakfast Skillet with Country Potatoes
Wake up to the comforting aroma of a hearty Farmhouse Breakfast Skillet! This delicious one-pan wonder features crispy country potatoes, perfectly cooked eggs, and your choice of savory breakfast meat, all topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh green onions. It's a classic dish that brings the warmth of a rustic farmhouse breakfast to your table, making it ideal for cozy weekend brunches or a delightful family breakfast that nourishes both body and soul.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Country potatoes (4 cups, diced)
- Onion (1 medium, diced)
- Bell pepper (1 medium, diced)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Breakfast sausage or bacon (1 cup, cooked and crumbled)
- Eggs (4 large)
- Cheddar cheese (1 cup, shredded)
- Green onions (2, sliced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced country potatoes to the skillet, spreading them out in an even layer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the cooked breakfast meat and mix well to combine with the potato and vegetable mixture.
- Using a spoon, make four wells in the potato mixture. Crack an egg into each well, being careful not to break the yolks.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the eggs are set to your desired doneness.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the skillet, cover again, and let it melt for about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Breakfast • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 400 • Fat: 28g • Carbs: 30g • Protein: 20g • Sodium: 600mg • Sugar: 2g