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Fried Potatoes and Onions

This easy southern fried potatoes and onions recipe will be your new family favorite at breakfast time. With crispy pan-fried potatoes, savory bacon, and perfect golden brown onions, these breakfast potatoes are true southern comfort food.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 293 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb thick cut bacon small chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion medium diced
  • 3 lbs red potatoes washed and diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano optional
  • 1/2 tsp dried sage optional
  • 2-3 garlic cloves minced or pressed

Instructions

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  1. In a 12 inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until it reaches desired crispness. Use a heat-safe slotted spoon or Asian spider to remove the bacon but keep the rendered fat in the pan. Place the bacon on a paper towel-lined plate until later.
  2. Place the chopped potatoes and onions into the bacon fat in the skillet. Add the spices and toss the potatoes with the bacon fat and spices until coated.
  3. Cook the onions and potatoes, stirring occasionally, for 18 minutes. You're looking for crispy, browned sides and the potatoes are tender. You can top with a lid while it cooks for softer, not-as-crispy potatoes.
  4. Add the garlic and cooked bacon into the pan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to incorporate the garlic and rewarm the bacon.
  5. Before serving, make sure the diced potatoes are fork-tender, otherwise cook for another 2-5 minutes.
  6. Place the fried potatoes and onions onto a serving platter and serve hot with chopped, fresh herbs.

Notes

  • Storing: place the cooled leftover fried potatoes in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheating: To keep the potatoes crispy, reheat the leftover fried potatoes in a skillet with a bit of vegetable oil over medium heat until warmed through.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 293kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 14g (28%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 6g Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 508mg (21%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 293

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 293kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 14g 28%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6g 35%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 508mg 21%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.