Easy Breakfast Potatoes

The aroma of sizzling potatoes fills the kitchen, creating an irresistible atmosphere that beckons you to the breakfast table. These Easy Breakfast Potatoes come together in under 30 minutes and deliver perfectly crispy edges with fluffy insides, ensuring a delightful start to your day.

This recipe is perfect for busy mornings when you need a satisfying and delicious meal in a hurry. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or a crowd, you can prepare these potatoes ahead of time, making them an excellent option for meal prep.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Enjoy golden brown, crispy edges that contrast with soft, tender centers.
• The quick cooking time means breakfast is served in under 30 minutes.
• Simple seasonings elevate the natural flavors of the potatoes without being overwhelming.
• Cooking them in a skillet allows for even cooking and delicious browning.

What You’ll Need

Here’s everything you need to make these delicious breakfast potatoes.

For the Potatoes

• 4 potatoes, cut into 1/2" cubes
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder

For Cooking

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp oil

For Garnish

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (fresh, or 1/2 tsp dried)

Use olive oil or coconut oil as substitutes for butter.

Substitutions & Swaps

• Sweet potatoes can replace regular potatoes.
• Use dried herbs if fresh are unavailable.
• Any cooking oil works in place of butter.
• Adjust seasoning quantities to taste.

How to Make It

Get ready to enjoy a hearty breakfast with these simple steps.

Cut Potatoes

Cut all potatoes into small 1/2" cubes.

Heat Skillet

Heat skillet to medium-high heat and add butter and oil.

Coat Potatoes

Add chopped potatoes to the hot skillet and toss around to fully coat in the butter/oil combination. Sprinkle potatoes with seasonings except for the parsley. Cover to let potatoes lightly steam for about 3-4 minutes.

Stir and Cook

Remove lid and stir potatoes. Continue to cook potatoes with the lid off, turning them around with a spatula to ensure even cooking on all sides.

Check Doneness

When potatoes are done, they will have a light crisp on the outside and be soft on the inside.

Serve

Sprinkle potatoes with fresh parsley and serve.

How to Store It

Fridge: store for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Freezer: no, potatoes don’t freeze well.
Reheat: microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Tips for Best Results

• Use a large skillet to avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
• Keep the lid on only when steaming to get that perfect crisp later.
• Adjust cooking time based on the size of potato cubes for even doneness.
• Stir periodically to avoid sticking and promote browning.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with scrambled eggs and toast for a hearty breakfast.
• Serve alongside crispy bacon or sausage for a complete meal.
• Enjoy as a side dish for weekend brunch gatherings.