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One-Pan Breakfast Potato and Egg Skillet with Peppers & Melted Cheese

Chef Marcus Stone By Chef Marcus Stone
• Published: Oct 10, 2026 • ★ 5.0 (480 ratings)
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Step-by-step cooking infographic for breakfast potato and egg skillet showing dicing potatoes, seasoning with paprika, frying in cast iron skillet, adding bell peppers and onions, cracking fresh eggs into wells, and melted cheddar cheese with scallions
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
3 to 4 hearty servings
Calories
390 kcal
Cuisine
American Country Comfort

There is nothing on earth quite as appetizing as the sound of home-fried potatoes sizzling in a screaming hot cast-iron skillet on a crisp morning. This One-Pan Breakfast Potato and Egg Skillet is the ultimate hearty cowboy hash—packed with crispy golden potato cubes, sweet bell peppers, caramelized onions, runny farm eggs, and a blanket of melted cheddar cheese.

Best of all? Everything cooks in one single pan from start to finish, saving you from doing a sink full of dishes. When you bring the bubbling skillet straight from the stove to the dining table, everyone can dig in family-style with toasted sourdough or warm flour tortillas!

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One-Pan Breakfast Potato and Egg Skillet with Peppers & Melted Cheese

★ 5.0 / 5 (480 reader reviews) Yield: 3 to 4 hearty servings

Crispy seasoned potato cubes, sautéed bell peppers, and onions cooked in a sizzling cast-iron skillet, topped with sunny eggs and gooey melted cheddar cheese.

🛒 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Step 1 (Dice Potatoes): Wash, peel, and dice potatoes into uniform 1/2-inch cubes on a sturdy cutting board.
  2. 2
    Step 2 (Season Potatoes): Place diced potatoes in a bowl. Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 3/4 tsp salt, and black pepper until every cube is brightly coated.
  3. 3
    Step 3 (Sizzle & Crisp): Heat butter and remaining oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the potatoes in an even layer. Cook undisturbed for 4 to 5 minutes to develop a deep golden crust, then flip with a spatula and cook another 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Step 4 (Add Peppers & Onions): Push potatoes slightly to one side. Add diced red peppers, green peppers, and onions. Sauté vegetables for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp and aromatic, then toss together with the crispy potatoes.
  5. 5
    Step 5 (Crack Eggs into Wells): Using a wooden spoon, create 3 to 4 wells among the potato hash. Crack an egg directly into each well. Season egg tops with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. 6
    Step 6 (Cheese, Melt & Serve!): Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese all over the potatoes and around the egg whites. Cover skillet with a lid and cook on medium-low for 3 to 4 minutes until egg whites are set and cheese is bubbly. Garnish with sliced green scallions and serve hot straight from the skillet!
💡 Chef's Insider Tip: If you want lightning-fast cooking on busy mornings, microwave your diced potatoes in a covered bowl with 1 tablespoon of water for 3 minutes before hitting the hot skillet. This pre-steams the centers, cutting your skillet frying time in half!

🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

390
Calories
16g
Protein
34g
Carbs
22g
Fat
5g
Fiber

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Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about making One-Pan Breakfast Potato and Egg Skillet with Peppers & Melted Cheese? Here are chef-tested answers, storage advice, and easy substitutions.

Can I add bacon or sausage to this skillet?

Yes! Brown 1/2 lb of breakfast sausage or diced bacon in the skillet first. Remove the meat, leave 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet, and fry the potatoes in the bacon drippings for incredible flavor!

Can I bake this in the oven instead?

Yes! Once you crack the eggs and add the cheese, slide the entire cast-iron skillet into a preheated 400°F (200°C) oven for 6 to 8 minutes until eggs are cooked to your liking.

What if I don't own a cast-iron skillet?

A heavy stainless-steel pan or large 12-inch non-stick skillet works great. Make sure it has a matching lid so you can trap steam to cook the egg whites.

How do I store and reheat leftovers?

Store leftover potato hash in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a dry skillet over medium heat to restore crispiness, and top with a fresh fried egg.

Chef Marcus Stone

Recipe Created by Chef Marcus Stone

Professional culinary chef and recipe developer with 12+ years of experience crafting foolproof family meals, comfort food classics, and healthy weeknight dinners.

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