Country Breakfast Skillet

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Diana Rattray
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Published on 10/21/19 by Diana Rattray
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Updated 10/21/19

Skillet with eggs, potato, and pepper
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  • Total: 45 mins
  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving)
290 Calories
13g Fat
27g Carbs
16g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Amount per serving
Calories 290
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 231mg 77%
Sodium 318mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Protein 16g
Calcium 194mg 15%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

Just the name of this dish sounds hearty and delicious. This Country Breakfast Skillet recipe is a fabulous mixture of eggs, potatoes, bacon, and cheese, along with chopped peppers and onion. It's an all-in-one breakfast skillet.

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon (cut into 2-inch pieces)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 6 cups cubed cooked potatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 eggs (lightly beaten)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps to Make It

  1. In a large heavy skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat until crisp. Remove the bacon to drain. Pour off all but 3 tablespoons of bacon drippings.

  2. Heat the drippings remaining in the pan until sizzling. Add the bell pepper, onion, and potatoes; cook, stirring gently until the potato cubes are browned.

  3. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture and stir until melted.

  4. Add the eggs and cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are set. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the eggs and serve hot.