Diner Home Fries from Leftover Baked Potatoes
Turn your leftover baked potatoes into irresistible diner-style home fries with this quick and easy recipe! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting side dish, these crispy golden-brown potatoes are elevated with the smoky warmth of paprika and a hint of garlic. Sautéed with caramelized onions and optional bell peppers, they deliver bold flavors and a restaurant-quality texture in just 15 minutes of cooking time. Whether served alongside eggs, bacon, or as part of a heartier meal, these home fries are topped with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. A genius way to repurpose leftovers while satisfying all your crispy potato cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Leftover baked potatoes
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 1 medium Bell pepper (optional, any color)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the leftover baked potatoes (optional, if you prefer no skin) and cut them into 1/2-inch cubes. Set aside.
Dice the yellow onion and bell pepper (if using) into small, evenly-sized pieces.
In a large skillet or cast-iron pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the potato cubes to the pan. Spread them into an even layer and let them cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to form a crispy crust.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the potatoes. Stir well to evenly coat the potatoes with the seasonings.
Continue to cook the home fries, stirring occasionally, for another 6-8 minutes or until the potatoes are golden-brown and crispy on all sides.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.7 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1410 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 173.7 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 4280 mg | 91% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
