Sizzling Start: Loaded Breakfast Skillet with Eggs & Bacon
Learn how to make delicious Loaded Breakfast Skillet with Eggs & Bacon. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
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Gathering fresh, quality ingredients is key to this dish. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 slices of thick-cut bacon
- 4 large eggs
- 2 medium-sized potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced (I like to use red for a pop of color)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Optional: A pinch of smoked paprika for extra flavor
If you’re looking to switch things up, you can substitute sweet potatoes for a touch of sweetness or use turkey bacon for a leaner option. Customize it to make it truly yours!
Instructions
Now, let’s get to the fun part—cooking! Follow these steps to create your own delicious breakfast skillet:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon slices. Cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove bacon and drain on paper towels. Reserve a tablespoon of bacon fat in the skillet.
- Add the olive oil to the skillet with the reserved bacon fat. Toss in the diced potatoes, and let them cook until they begin to soften and turn golden, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped onion and bell pepper. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Cook until the vegetables are tender, around 5 more minutes.
- Crack the eggs directly into the skillet over the vegetable mixture. Cover the skillet and let the eggs cook to your desired doneness. I prefer mine with a slightly runny yolk, which takes about 5 minutes.
- Crumble the cooked bacon over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Cover again briefly to allow the cheese to melt.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Pro tip: Use a cast-iron skillet for even cooking and a beautiful presentation. It’s what my grandma always used, and I swear it adds a special touch!
