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Breakfast Potatoes Recipe

Crispy, buttery breakfast potatoes with peppers and onions — a simple skillet side everyone will love.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 5 pound Yukon Gold potatoes chopped
  • 3 clove garlic minced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 bell pepper seeded and roughly chopped
  • 1 red pepper seeded and roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter; allow the butter to melt.
  • Add the chopped Yukon Gold potatoes to the skillet, then add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and chopped bell and red peppers.
  • Stir frequently to coat the potatoes and prevent sticking, and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the kosher salt and cayenne pepper, taste and adjust seasoning if desired.
  • Serve the breakfast potatoes warm.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons

Notes

  • Cool to room temperature before storing.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
  • Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
  • Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating if desired.
  • Reheat until warmed throughout before serving.