Easy Skillet Potatoes
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Easy Skillet Potatoes are the ultimate side dish for any meal. Made with simple pantry staples like russet potatoes, garlic powder, and paprika, this recipe delivers perfectly seasoned, fork-tender potato cubes with irresistibly crunchy edges. The combination of olive oil and butter ensures a rich, golden crust, while a touch of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep, these skillet potatoes are perfect for busy weeknights, Sunday brunch, or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your holiday table. Enjoy this quick and easy dish hot from the skillet for maximum flavor!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 russet potatoes (medium-sized)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and peel the potatoes, then dice them into small, even cubes (about 1/2 inch). Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt completely and mix with the oil.
Add the diced potatoes to the skillet in an even layer. Let them cook undisturbed for 5 minutes to allow a crispy crust to form on the bottom.
Stir the potatoes gently to flip them and allow the other sides to crisp. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the potatoes are golden brown on all sides.
Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the potatoes. Stir well to coat the potato cubes with the seasonings.
Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for about 5 more minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the potatoes, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 2410 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 3883 mg | 83% | |
*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.
