Breakfast Potatoes Recipe (2024)

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These baked breakfast potatoesareso easy and will become your go-to breakfast potatoes recipe for company and Sunday mornings! We stayed with myhusbands’ cousin’s family while inSeattle and she made these potatoes. It seemed so obvious to me once she made them.

The ingredients are pantry staples:Yukon potatoes, oil and simple seasoning.Roasting is the best cooking method for potatoes – that golden exterior protects thecreamy centers and each bite is delicious.

P.S. Check out our (super easy) secretmethodfor choppingpotatoes. It will change the way you dice!

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Tips for Success with Breakfast Potatoes:

*A silpat (silicone liner) is recommended because it can withstand broiling at the end. You can use parchment if you don’t broil at the end. Without lining your baking sheet, potatoes will stick and be difficult to turn.

*Add salt just before putting the potatoes in the oven.DO NOT let them sit after this or they will start releasing juice which will adversely affect how your potatoes roast and get crispy.

*You can easily double this recipe to feed a larger crowd, but use a LARGE baking sheet like this one.

Ingredients for Breakfast Potatoes:

2 lbs Yukon gold potatoes
1 tsp sea salt, or to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper
1tsp paprika, or to taste
3Tbsp extra light olive oil (or any high heat cooking oil)
1 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped, optional garnish

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How to Make Breakfast Potatoes:

Prep: Preheat oven to 400˚F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet (11×17)see note above on silpat vs. parchment.

1. Rinse and peel potatoes. Dice them into 1/2″ thick cubes. I use the large blades on this food chopper(which is a huge time saver for these breakfast potatoes and many of our chopped salads). Note: these potatoes would work just fine un-peeled if you prefer to scrub potatoes and leave the skins on.

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2. Placepotatoes in a large bowland toss with 3 Tbsp oil. Sprinkle with 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper and toss to combine and evenly coat potatoes.

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3. Immediately transfer potatoes to linedbaking sheet in a single layer and bake at 400˚F for 20 minutes or until cooked through. Stirpotatoes quickly then set the oven to broil and bake an additional 3-4minutes or until golden brown. Serve sprinkled with parsley if desired.

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Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

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These baked breakfast potatoes are so easy and will become your go-to breakfast potatoes recipe for company and Sunday mornings!

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Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 24 minutes mins

Total Time: 29 minutes mins

Ingredients

Servings: 4 sides of potatoes

  • 2 lbs yukon gold potatoes
  • 1 tsp sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika, or to taste
  • 3 Tbsp extra light olive oil, or any high heat cooking oil
  • 1 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped, optional garnish

Instructions

Prep: Preheat oven to 400˚F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet (11x17) *see note on using silpat vs. parchment.

  • Rinse and peel potatoes. Dice into 1/2" thick cubes (use a food chopper with the larger holes if you have one)

  • Place potatoes in a large bowl and toss with 3 Tbsp oil. Sprinkle with 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper and toss to evenly coat potatoes.

  • Immediately transfer potatoes to a lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 400˚F for 20 min or until cooked through. Stir potatoes quickly then set oven to broil and bake additional 2-4 min or until golden brown. Serve sprinkled with parsley if desired.

Notes

!Tips for Success with Breakfast Potatoes:
*A silicone liner is recommended and can withstand broiling at the end. You can use parchment if you don't broil the potatoes.
*Add salt just before putting the potatoes in the oven and DO NOT let them sit after salting.
*You can double the recipe for a large crowd, but use a big 3/4 baking sheet.
*These potatoes would work just fine un-peeled if you prefer to scrub potatoes and leave the skins on.

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Breakfast Potatoes

Skill Level: Easy

Cost to Make: $

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These breakfast potatoes were well loved by the adults and kiddos. I hope your family (and friends) love them too!

Natasha Kravchuk

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Welcome to my kitchen! I am Natasha, the blogger behind Natasha's Kitchen (since 2009). My husband and I run this blog together and share only our best, family approved and tested recipes with YOU. Thanks for stopping by! We are so happy you're here.

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FAQs

Do you have to boil potatoes before frying? ›

The secret to these impossibly crispy potatoes? Not baking or boiling. All you need is a skillet and a lid (yes, really) to pull off these perfect spuds.

What do Americans call breakfast potatoes? ›

Home fries are cubed, wedged, or sliced potatoes that are pan- or skillet-fried. In America, home fries are traditionally served for breakfast in place of hash browns.

Why are my breakfast potatoes soggy? ›

Pouring cool or room temp oil over the potatoes is a sure fire way to end up with soggy spuds.

What is another name for breakfast potatoes? ›

Hash browns are nothing more than breakfast French fries, all smooshed together into a cluster. They pander to your most primitive fast-food urges. Home fries, on the other hand, deliver an array of potato textures: Crunchy slabs of golden-brown exterior plus floury, tender interior.

Are breakfast potatoes healthy? ›

The Bottom Line. It is totally fine to eat potatoes every day. While how you prepare and cook potatoes and how much you eat could possibly impact your health, whole potatoes with skin are a nutritious vegetable with health benefits.

What happens if you fry potatoes without boiling them? ›

Do I need to boil my potatoes first? Trust us: You seriously don't need to boil these spuds (or pre-cook them at all) before pan-frying. Slicing them thin allows them to cook through in the same amount of time that they need to get brown and crispy on the outside.

What potato is best for frying? ›

And the clear winners are Idaho or russet potatoes.

These potatoes are dense and have less moisture, which is key to avoiding soggy fries. You can also use Yukon gold potatoes, which are an all-purpose potato that can be used for frying. You should avoid waxy potatoes like red-skinned, new, or fingerling potatoes.

Why do restaurants soak potatoes before frying? ›

The reason is to prevent the potatoes exposure to air, which causes dehydration, oxidation, and discoloration.

Are home fries and breakfast potatoes the same thing? ›

Hash browns (or hashbrowns and hashed browns), are traditionally shredded potatoes that are pan fried to a golden brown. Home fries are made from cubed or diced potatoes. They are fried up along with onions and often bell peppers.

What potatoes are hash browns made from? ›

For best results, in both cooking and flavor, it is recommended that hash browns be made using starchy potatoes such as russet potatoes. If a dish of hash browned potatoes incorporates chopped meat, leftovers, or other vegetables, it is more commonly referred to as hash.

Are Hungry Jack potatoes real potatoes? ›

Hungry Jack Potatoes products are made with 100% real potatoes and are naturally gluten-free, making them a tasty choice for any dinner table.

What's the difference between russet and Yukon Gold breakfast potatoes? ›

If you're looking for a fluffy, basic potato that's great for mashing or baking, opt for a russet. If you're looking for a firm, waxy potato that's ideal for salads or soups, go with red potatoes. If you're looking for an all-purpose potato that boasts a buttery flavor and creamy texture, opt for Yukon Gold.

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