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breakfast skillet with eggs

Best 5-Ingredient Breakfast Skillet With Eggs for Lazy Mornings


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  • Author: Mery Johnston
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A hearty and flavorful breakfast skillet with eggs, sausage, potatoes, and vegetables, cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
  • lbs baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup baby carrots, sliced
  • 5 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add potatoes and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fork-tender.
  3. Add sausage, bell peppers, and carrots to the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes until sausage is browned and vegetables are tender.
  4. Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Push the sausage and potato mixture to one side of the skillet.
  6. Crack eggs onto the empty side of the skillet.
  7. Cover and cook for 4–6 minutes, until egg whites are set and yolks reach desired doneness.
  8. Sprinkle with fresh chives and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use a cast iron skillet for even cooking.
  • Adjust cooking time for eggs based on your preference.
  • Serve immediately for best taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 280mg