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Breakfast brunch or dinner egg and potato skillet with crispy potatoes, sunny eggs, and cheese in cast iron pan
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Breakfast-Brunch-or-Dinner Egg & Potato Skillet

This Breakfast–Brunch–or–Dinner Egg & Potato Skillet is a hearty, budget-friendly one-pan meal made with crispy potatoes, eggs, and simple ingredients. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s a flexible, family-friendly recipe perfect for any time of day.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: breakfast for dinner, budget meals, egg skillet, one pan meals, potato skillet
Calories: 350kcal
Author: The Family Meal Plan Team
Cost: $7-$12

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or Cast Ion Pan Lid (for covering skillet)
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Sharp Cutting Knife
  • 1 Spatula or Wooden Spoon
  • 1 Mixing bowl (if prepping ingredients ahead)
  • 1 Measuring Spoons (for seasonings)

Ingredients

  • 4 medium Potatoes
  • 4-6 Large Eggs
  • 1 small Onion
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheese
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • To Taste To Taste Seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper Add to taste
  • To Taste To Taste Optional Bacon or Sausage Add to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
    1 tbsp Olive Oil, 1 tbsp Butter
    Heating oil and butter in skillet for egg and potato skillet recipe step 1
  • Add diced potatoes and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender.
    4 medium Potatoes
    Cooking diced potatoes in skillet until golden for egg and potato skillet recipe step 2
  • Add onion and bell pepper, cooking for another 3–4 minutes until softened.
    1 small Onion, 1 medium Bell Pepper
    Adding onion and bell pepper to skillet with potatoes for egg and potato skillet recipe step 3
  • Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
    To Taste To Taste Seasonings (garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper
    Seasoning potatoes with salt pepper and paprika in skillet for egg and potato skillet recipe step 4
  • Stir in any optional cooked meat or vegetables.
    To Taste To Taste Optional Bacon or Sausage
  • Make small wells in the skillet and crack eggs into each space.
    4-6 Large Eggs
  • Cover and cook until eggs reach desired doneness (5–7 minutes).
  • Sprinkle cheese over the top and let melt.
    1/2 cup Shredded Cheese
  • Garnish with parsley and serve directly from the skillet.

Notes

  • Cut potatoes small for faster cooking
  • Covering the pan helps eggs cook evenly
  • Use cast iron for best crisp texture
  • Great for using leftovers at the end of the week