Description
This Simple Loaded Breakfast Skillet is a hearty and colorful morning dish packed with tender potatoes, sautéed vegetables, fresh spinach, and perfectly cooked eggs topped with melted cheese and a sprinkle of paprika. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a comforting and nutritious way to start your day.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, preparing the pan to cook the potatoes evenly without sticking.
- Cook the potatoes: Add diced potatoes to the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and become tender inside.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper: Add the chopped onion and diced bell pepper to the potatoes and sauté together for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften and release their flavors.
- Add spinach: Stir in the chopped fresh spinach and cook for 2 minutes until it wilts and incorporates into the vegetable mixture.
- Make wells and add eggs: Create four small wells in the skillet mixture and carefully crack an egg into each well, spacing them evenly.
- Cook eggs covered: Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the egg whites are set but yolks remain runny, ensuring a perfect texture.
- Add cheese and melt: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet if using, then cover again for an additional minute to allow the cheese to melt nicely.
- Season and garnish: Season with paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit the shredded cheese.
- Use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes for a different flavor profile and added nutrients.
- Cook eggs longer if you prefer fully set yolks.
- Add cooked sausage or bacon for extra protein if desired.
- Serve with warm toast or crusty bread to complete the meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
