Made By Emily
Breakfast

Eggs and Potatoes: Easy Breakfast Skillet

Delicious breakfast skillet with eggs and potatoes served in a skillet

Recipe Summary

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 3
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food
  • Course: Main Course
  • Calories: 300

Ingredients

  • 3 medium potatoes (about 1 pound or 450 g)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 2.5 ounces (70 g) mozzarella cheese, grated
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Start by peeling and dicing the potatoes into small, even cubes. This helps them cook more uniformly.

  2. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. You’ll know it’s ready when the oil shimmers slightly.

  3. Cook the Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and fry them for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. They should become golden and slightly crispy on the outside.

  4. Season the Potatoes: Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the cooked potatoes, adjusting to your taste preferences.

  5. Whisk the Eggs: In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until they are smooth and well combined.

  6. Add Fresh Ingredients: Dice the tomato and chop the fresh parsley finely. Stir these into the egg mixture, along with additional salt and pepper to taste.

  7. Combine Eggs and Potatoes: Pour the egg mixture over the fried potatoes in the skillet, spreading it evenly.

  8. Cook the Eggs: Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for 5-7 minutes until the eggs are set but still moist. Check after 5 minutes to avoid overcooking.

  9. Add Cheese: Once the eggs are set, sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese on top. Cover again and cook for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt perfectly.

  10. Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy your comforting dish hot.

Recipe Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or bell peppers when frying the potatoes.
  • Keep an eye on the potatoes to ensure they don’t burn; adjust the heat if necessary.
  • You can use leftover cooked potatoes to speed up the process—just skip the frying step and directly add them to the skillet with the eggs.

Nutrition Estimate

  • Calories: Approximately 300 per serving
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fat: 15 g