Potato and Onion Skillet Fry
Elevate your next side dish game with this irresistible Potato and Onion Skillet Fry, a crispy, golden blend of perfectly seasoned potatoes and sweet, caramelized onions. This one-pan wonder combines the buttery richness of sautéed onions with the smoky kick of paprika, making it a versatile and comforting option for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Achieving the ideal texture—soft on the inside with a perfectly crisp edge—is easy thanks to simple layering techniques and high-heat frying. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that comes together in just 40 minutes. Perfect as a stand-alone vegetarian favorite or paired with hearty main courses, this skillet recipe is as easy as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium (around 2 lbs) Potatoes
- 2 medium Onion
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into thin slices, about 1/8-inch thick, and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
Peel the onions and slice them thinly into rings or half-rings.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 8 minutes. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Increase the heat to medium-high.
Carefully layer the potato slices in the skillet in an even layer. Let the potatoes cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes to achieve a golden, crispy texture on one side.
Season the potatoes with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of paprika. Flip the potatoes gently using a spatula to cook the other side for another 4-5 minutes.
Add the caramelized onions back into the skillet, gently stirring to combine them with the potatoes. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to ensure the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 826 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.5 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 3407 mg | 72% | |
*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.
