Ingredients
4 cups frozen or fresh hash browns
1/2 lb breakfast sausage (or bacon, diced)
1 small onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 large eggs
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional: green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Meat:
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook sausage or bacon until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Hash Browns:
In the same skillet, add olive oil or butter. Spread hash browns evenly and cook undisturbed for 5–7 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook another 5 minutes.
Add Veggies:
Stir in diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 3–5 minutes until softened.
Combine:
Return the cooked meat to the skillet. Sprinkle in paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Add Eggs:
Make 4 small wells in the mixture. Crack an egg into each well. Cover and cook until eggs reach desired doneness (about 5–7 minutes).
Add Cheese:
Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet. Cover for 1–2 minutes until melted.
Garnish & Serve:
Top with green onions or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Cooking Tips
- Crispy Potatoes: Don’t stir the hash browns too often—letting them sit helps create that golden crust.
- Use Cast Iron: A cast iron skillet gives the best crisp and even cooking.
- Cover for Eggs: Covering the pan helps cook eggs evenly without flipping.
- Preheat the Pan: Always start with a hot skillet for the best texture.
Variations
- Healthy Version: Use turkey sausage and reduce cheese or swap for low-fat cheese.
- Veggie-Packed: Add mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini for extra nutrients.
- Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Southwest Style: Use chorizo, black beans, corn, and pepper jack cheese.
- Loaded Skillet: Top with sour cream, avocado slices, or salsa before serving.
- Make It Dairy-Free: Skip cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g