Fast Country Fried Potatoes for One
Perfectly crisp, golden, and bursting with rustic flavor, these Fast Country Fried Potatoes for One are the ultimate quick and cozy comfort food. Made with a single large Russet potato, this one-serving recipe comes together in just 15 minutes using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like garlic powder, paprika, and a touch of fresh parsley for garnish. A balance of vegetable oil and butter ensures each potato cube develops a beautifully caramelized crust while staying tender on the inside. Whether you're whipping up a hearty solo breakfast, a savory snack, or an easy side dish, these skillet-fried potatoes offer irresistible flavor and texture with every bite. Add this quick, no-fuss recipe to your collection for a satisfying dish that’s as comforting as it is convenient.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Russet potato
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and peel the potato, then cut it into small cubes, about 1/2 inch in size.
Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil and butter, swirling until melted and combined.
Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the diced potato to the skillet in a single layer.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika evenly over the potatoes.
Let the potatoes cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to develop a golden crust, then flip them gently using a spatula.
Continue cooking for another 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the potatoes with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately for a warm and comforting side dish or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1297 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1721 mg | 37% | |
*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.
