Simple Loaded Breakfast Skillet
A hearty and delicious one-pan breakfast loaded with crispy hash browns, savory sausage, fresh vegetables, gooey cheese, and perfectly cooked eggs. This easy breakfast skillet recipe is quick, satisfying, and perfect for any morning.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen hash browns (or fresh shredded potatoes)
- 1 cup cooked sausage or bacon, chopped
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ¼ cup diced onions
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 arge eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped green onions, hot sauce
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil or butter.Spread hash browns evenly in the skillet and cook until golden brown, flipping occasionally (about 5–7 minutes).Add cooked sausage or bacon, bell peppers, and onions. Stir to combine.Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture evenly.Create small wells in the mixture and crack an egg into each well.Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 5–7 minutes until the eggs are set but yolks are runny (or longer for firmer yolks).Season with salt and pepper to taste.Serve hot with optional toppings like green onions or hot sauce.
Notes
- Sweet potatoes can be used instead of regular hash browns for added sweetness and nutrition.
- This recipe is highly customizable. Feel free to add extra vegetables or swap out the sausage for a plant-based option.