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Loaded Breakfast Potatoes: A Delicious Start to Your Day

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Golden Yukon Golds crisped in rendered turkey turkey bacon fat and smoked paprika. This rich, savory skillet dish guarantees crispy edges and tender insides. Full instructions and nutrition facts included.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 slices thick-cut turkey bacon, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook the chopped turkey bacon in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the turkey bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving about 2 tablespoons of turkey bacon grease in the skillet.
  2. Step 2: Toss the cubed potatoes with the olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated. Add the seasoned potatoes to the skillet with the reserved turkey bacon grease, spreading them in an even layer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and tender.
  3. Step 3: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Return the crispy beef bacon pieces to the skillet with the potatoes and stir gently to combine the ingredients.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the potato mixture in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
  5. Step 5: Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Allow the potatoes to cool for 2 minutes, then dollop the sour cream over the top of the potatoes and garnish generously with fresh chives before serving.

Notes

  • If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, ideally keeping any extra sour cream separate until serving time.
  • To revive that delightful crispiness, reheat leftovers in a 350°F (175°C) oven or an air fryer until warm and crunchy, avoiding the microwave which can soften the texture.
  • These savory potatoes are robust enough to be the main event, but they pair beautifully with a simple fried egg or a fresh avocado salad for a complete brunch spread.
  • Don't skip reserving that turkey beef bacon grease; utilizing the rendered fat during the initial skillet cooking is essential for infusing deep, savory flavor directly into the potato base.

Nutrition

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