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This crispy breakfast potatoes recipe is seasoned to perfection and has everything you need in a breakfast side!

Try serving these delicious potatoes with Scrambled Eggs or our Classic Chorizo recipe.

Breakfast potatoes recipe served on a dish.

We Love Crispy Potatoes!

Crispy breakfast potatoes are one of my favorite things to eat for breakfast. I love them on the side of an Omelet, French Toast, Pancakes, Waffles, and more.

They complete many different breakfast meals.

Why we love them:

  • Easy. All you need are some russet potatoes and spices and you’re all set!
  • Quick. They are so easy and quick to make on a moment’s notice.
  • Make ahead. I often make this breakfast potatoes recipe ahead of time and warm them up when I need to serve them.
Russet potatoes on table.

Ingredients

  • russet potatoes – you can also use Yukon Gold potatoes.
  • olive oil – or canola oil or vegetable oil to give a crispy texture.
  • garlic salt with parsley flakes
  • dried parsley you can also use minced fresh parsley or other fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme.
  • black pepper other flavors you can add include onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.

How to make Breakfast Potatoes

  1. PREP. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Peel potatoes and cut into ½-inch cubes.
  2. SEASON. Place diced potatoes in a large resealable plastic bag and add olive oil, garlic salt, parsley, and pepper. Toss until potatoes are coated and pour onto the prepared baking sheet.
  3. BAKE. Bake for 20–22 minutes, then set the oven to broil. Broil for a few minutes to help crisp and brown potatoes.

Skillet Directions

Using a 12-inch skillet or larger, place olive oil (plus 1 tablespoon butter) and potatoes in a large skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, tossing occasionally. Season with garlic salt, pepper, and parsley while cooking.

Seasoned potato cubes on a lined baking sheet.

Recipe Tips

  • For extra flavor:
    • Veggies. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, or a mix of both.
    • Fresh herbs. Depending on what dish you plan to serve the potatoes with, try fresh thyme, rosemary, or oregano.
    • Cheese. Add a bit of parmesan cheese during the last 5-10 minutes of roasting or frying time.
  • Serving suggestions. These easy breakfast potatoes make great sides to any breakfast meal like Breakfast Pizza, Breakfast Tacos, and Breakfast Burritos.
Crispy breakfast potatoes recipe served on a white plate.

Storing Tips

  • STORE leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
    • To reheat, pop them into the microwave for about 30 seconds. You can also heat them on the stove for a few minutes over medium-high heat until they are heated through.
  • FREEZING potatoes doesn’t yield the best results. I recommend putting them into another dish like Breakfast Burritos and then freezing them.
    • The potatoes will still be a little grainy when reheated, but it will be less noticeable if mixed with other ingredients!

For More Breakfast Sides:

5 from 10 votes

Breakfast Potatoes Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
This crispy breakfast potatoes recipe is seasoned to perfection and has everything you need in a breakfast side!
Servings: 4
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

Ingredients 

  • pounds russet potatoes about 4 potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • pepper to taste

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Peel potatoes and cut into ½-inch cubes.
  • Place potatoes in a large resealable plastic bag and add olive oil, garlic salt, parsley and pepper. Toss until potatoes are coated and pour onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20–22 minutes, then set the oven to broil. Broil for a few minutes to help crisp and brown potatoes.

Video

Notes

Skillet directions. Combine olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes, tossing occasionally. Season with garlic salt, parsley, and pepper while cooking.
Serving ideas. Use these potatoes in breakfast burritos and tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 196kcal, Carbohydrates: 31g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Sodium: 590mg, Potassium: 710mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 2IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 23mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
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My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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9 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    A breakfast sPread ISN’T complete WITHOUT potatoes! I know these seem to simple to need a recipe but i appreciate all the info you include along with the RECIPES yOu share.

  2. 5 stars
    I love how delicious these are! My 3 boys just ate them up so I probably need to make a double batch next time.

  3. 5 stars
    Potatoes are always a staple at breakfastime. Its one of the reasons I always have potatoes around. I can peel potatoes pretty fast now. These take no time to make. So much better than the store bought ones.

  4. 5 stars
    Oh, these were a hit with my family! They were incredibly easy to make & had just enough flavor! Perfect alone or in a burrito!