Simple Skillet Egg Potato Hash (Printable Version)

Rustic skillet dish with golden potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and cooked eggs for a hearty meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 ½ lbs Yukon Gold or red potatoes, diced with skin
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Eggs

06 - 4 large eggs

→ Spices & Herbs

07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
09 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - ¾ teaspoon kosher salt, plus additional to taste

→ Other

11 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced potatoes and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 12 minutes until tender and lightly golden.
02 - Add chopped onion and diced bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened.
03 - Incorporate minced garlic, smoked paprika, dried thyme, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Evenly flatten the mixture in the skillet. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over the top.
05 - Use a spoon to create 4 wells in the hash. Crack one egg into each well.
06 - Cover skillet with a lid and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until egg whites are set and yolks remain runny. Cook longer if firmer yolks are desired.
07 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley if using, and serve immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Rustic one-pan comfort food
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Add cooked bacon or sausage for a non-vegetarian version
  • Swap in sweet potatoes for a sweeter twist
03 -
  • Use a cast-iron skillet for best browning
  • Cook eggs to your preferred doneness by adjusting cooking time
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