Breakfast · Easy
Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
These crispy breakfast potatoes are pan-fried until golden and crunchy on the outside with a tender center, a classic diner-style side ready in about 25 minutes.
10Prep min
20Cook min
30Total min
What you'll need
- 2 lbsYukon gold potatoes, diced small
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonpaprika
- 1/2 teaspoon eachgarlic powder and onion powder
- to taste salt and black pepper
- for garnish chopped parsley
Let's cook
- 1Parboil the diced potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain well and pat dry.
- 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3Add the potatoes in a single layer and cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes to let a crust form.
- 4Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 10-12 minutes, until golden and crispy on all sides.
- 5Season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- 6Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Make it yours
- Add diced onion and bell pepper.
- Top with shredded cheese in the last few minutes.
- Serve with a fried egg on top.
Good with
- Scrambled or fried eggs
- Bacon or sausage
- Ketchup or hot sauce
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Why parboil the potatoes first?
A quick parboil softens the inside so the potatoes cook through fully while still getting crispy on the outside in the skillet.
How do I get the crispiest potatoes?
Make sure the potatoes are very dry before frying, and don't overcrowd the skillet so they can brown rather than steam.



