Breakfast Potatoes make a hearty and flavorful addition to any morning table. This dish combines red potatoes with garlic, onions, and colorful bell peppers, all tossed in olive oil and butter before roasting. Seasoned salt and a touch of cayenne pepper give the potatoes a perfect balance of warmth and zest. After baking, a quick broil ensures a wonderfully crispy exterior, while the insides stay soft. Ideal alongside eggs, sausages, or your favorite breakfast fare, these potatoes can also be enjoyed at brunch gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this recipe brings delicious, homemade goodness to your breakfast routine.

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Breakfast Potatoes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings: 5

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

2.5 pounds red potatoes (, cut into bite-size chunks)
2 cloves garlic (, minced)
1/2 onion (, chopped)
1 green bell pepper (, chopped)
1 red bell pepper (, chopped)
2 Tablespoons olive oil
2 Tablespoons butter (, melted)
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Method

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
In a large bowl toss together the potatoes, garlic, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, olive oil, butter, seasoned salt, cayenne pepper and salt and pepper.
Bake: Pour potatoes onto a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, tossing twice during baking.
Increase oven temp to 500 degrees (or broil) until crispy, about 10-15 more minutes, tossing twice.

Notes

Original yield: 5

How to serve

Serve Breakfast Potatoes straight from the oven as a side to scrambled, fried, or poached eggs. They also pair nicely with crispy bacon, sausage links, or grilled breakfast meats. For a heartier meal, consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of shredded cheese on top. Fresh herbs like chopped parsley or chives can provide a bright finish. These potatoes are also a great addition to a breakfast burrito or can be served on the side of avocado toast for a flavorful, well-rounded brunch option.

Storage and freezing

To store leftover Breakfast Potatoes, let them cool to room temperature before placing them in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator. If specific storage guidelines are not indicated in the recipe source, further guidance such as optimal refrigeration duration or reheating methods needs verification for this recipe.

Tips and tricks

When tossing the potatoes with olive oil, butter, and seasonings, ensure all pieces are evenly coated for consistent flavor and texture. Bake the potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and toss them twice during baking to promote even browning. For extra crispiness, increasing the oven temperature or switching to broil at the end is important, and tossing twice more during this stage helps achieve crisp, golden edges. Keeping the potato chunks bite-sized ensures they cook through evenly and develop a perfect contrast between the soft interior and crisp exterior.

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Recipe shared with permission from tastesbetterfromscratch.com. Original ingredients and instructions are preserved.

Breakfast Potatoes