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April 25, 2019

Breakfast Potatoes

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Breakfast potatoes that are perfectly tender and crisp take just a few minutes to prepare with help from the microwave.

close up view of cooked potatoes in skillet
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Besides bacon I think breakfast potatoes are my favorite indulgence in the morning. I usually top them with a fried egg and some mashed avocado. There’s something about eating some perfectly cooked potatoes that settles my stomach in the morning. Is that weird? I think getting older is making me weird!

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Make your breakfast potatoes on the stove top with some help.

You can’t just toss some potatoes into a hot skillet and expect them to cook evenly – soft and velvety on the inside and perfectly crisp on the outside. They need a little help. The easiest way to get them going is the microwave. Simply rinse your cubed potatoes under some cold water, put them in a bowl and cover them with plastic wrap (to seal in the moisture). They only take a few minutes on high power to be ready for the hot skillet.

potatoes in a bowl covered with plastic - ready for microwave

Are breakfast potatoes healthy?

Yes. If you use a non-stick skillet the cubed potatoes take a very small amount of vegetable oil and butter to develop their crispy exterior. Depending on what type of diet you are following, white potatoes may be off-limits. But potatoes are low in calories and contain a lot of nutrients.

overhead view of breakfast potatoes in skillet

Can you freeze breakfast potatoes?

Technically you can but I’m kind of the opinion of why would you want to? If you freeze the cooked breakfast potatoes you then have to thaw them and re-crisp them in the skillet when you want to eat them. That’s almost as much work as just making them fresh when you want them in the first place. This recipe is meant to be quick so my recommendation is to not freeze them.

breakfast potatoes on a plate topped with fried egg

Kitchen Tips:

  • I used Yukon Gold potatoes when testing this recipe. The texture of them was amazing. Russets and red skinned potatoes will work too.
  • I use a sharp knife like this one to peel and chop my potatoes.
  • If you are looking for really good non-stick skillets, I highly recommend these.
  • Season your potatoes however you want – I like salt, black pepper and a little smoked paprika.

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Breakfast Potatoes

Breakfast potatoes that are perfectly tender and crisp take just a few minutes to prepare with help from the microwave to start them cooking.

Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword Potatoes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 170 kcal
Author Foodtastic Mom

Ingredients

  • 4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Rinse the potatoes under cold water and drain. Place them in a microwave safe bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.

  2. Microwave the potatoes for 4 - 6 minutes on high power, stirring halfway through cooking time. You want them to be starting to soften but not so soft that they will fall apart in the skillet.

  3. Heat a non-stick skillet (it must be non-stick) over medium heat. Add the oil and butter. 

  4. Once the butter has melted, add the potatoes. Cook without stirring for 3 - 4 minutes. Stir the potatoes and add the seasonings. 

  5. Continue to cook the potatoes until they have browned. Serve immediately. 

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  • Party Potatoes

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Comments

  1. Heather Johnson says

    April 25, 2019 at 11:52 am

    no wonder mine always burn before they get done!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 26, 2019 at 11:09 pm

      Haha, yep. Gotta get them started first!

      Reply
  2. Natalie says

    April 26, 2019 at 3:18 pm

    Potatoes for breakfast? Sounds like a great idea. I love the addition of butter and paprika. This sounds and looks absolutely amazing. I must give it a try.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 26, 2019 at 11:08 pm

      Yes, you must!

      Reply
  3. Heidy L. McCallum says

    April 26, 2019 at 4:06 pm

    5 stars
    I made this am and the potatoes turned out great. I will be adding these to our breakfast rotation. Bookmarked recipe so I can make it again.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 26, 2019 at 11:08 pm

      This is so amazing to hear. Thank you Heidy!

      Reply
  4. Adrianne says

    April 26, 2019 at 4:08 pm

    5 stars
    Wow, what a fast and delicious sounding recipe! I like that you used the microwave 1st and then the skillet.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 26, 2019 at 11:08 pm

      Thank you Adrianne!

      Reply
  5. Lisa says

    April 26, 2019 at 5:03 pm

    5 stars
    I loved thee breakfast potatoes! Why go out to a restaurant for breakfast potatoes when I know I can make them this good!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 26, 2019 at 11:07 pm

      Right? Making them at home is best!

      Reply
  6. Matt Ivan says

    April 26, 2019 at 6:09 pm

    5 stars
    Love the crunchy texture on these potatoes!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 26, 2019 at 11:07 pm

      Thank you, me too!

      Reply
  7. Toronto says

    February 16, 2020 at 7:35 am

    Seems mouth watering potatoes recipe will give it a try today thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      February 27, 2020 at 4:06 am

      You’re welcome.

      Reply
  8. Jeannine Meador says

    March 25, 2020 at 12:32 pm

    5 stars
    These are simply delicious and so easy to make. But not just for breakfast…we grew up on fried potatoes for any meal…when times were really tough we had fried potatoes and eggs and thought it a five star meal. Still do. thanks for sharing that microwaving first makes them even easier and better. Wish I’d thought of that. 🙂

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 25, 2020 at 12:42 pm

      This is an excellent point. We eat these potatoes for other meals besides breakfast too. Thanks for taking the time to rate and comment. I really appreciate it!

      Reply
    • Tahjeer says

      October 28, 2020 at 2:50 pm

      it will rock your life and keep eating

      Reply
  9. Jordin says

    March 26, 2020 at 11:16 am

    5 stars
    WOW these breakfast potatoes look AMAZING! I can’t wait to try them out for my family!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 26, 2020 at 11:52 am

      You’ll all love them.

      Reply
  10. Sharon Chen says

    March 26, 2020 at 11:51 am

    5 stars
    I love yummy and easy prep meals like this! Thanks very helpful 🙂

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 26, 2020 at 11:52 am

      You’re welcome.

      Reply
  11. Sneha says

    January 23, 2021 at 2:05 pm

    5 stars
    Made these for breakfast and wish I had made more. Phenomenal! Didn’t change the original recipe.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 27, 2021 at 1:21 pm

      So happy to hear this! Thank you!

      Reply

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