Potatoes O Brien with Bacon
Transform your breakfast or brunch game with this hearty and flavorful Potatoes O'Brien with Bacon recipe! Bursting with crispy, golden-brown russet potatoes, vibrant bell peppers, sweet onions, and smoky crumbled bacon, this dish is a savory delight that's perfect for any time of day. Sautéed in a combination of butter, olive oil, and just a hint of bacon grease, these perfectly seasoned potatoes achieve that irresistible balance of crispiness and tenderness. The fragrant addition of garlic elevates the flavors, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley offers a pop of freshness to complement the richness. Whether served as a standalone dish or alongside eggs and toast, this colorful one-skillet wonder is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. Prep in just 15 minutes and have a comforting, satisfying dish on the table in no time! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, this recipe is your ultimate go-to for a versatile, homestyle meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 6 slices Bacon
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Green bell pepper
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and dice the russet potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Place them in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning and to remove excess starch.
Dice the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion into similar-sized pieces as the potatoes. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and set it aside on a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In the same skillet used to cook the bacon, discard all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon grease. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
Add the potatoes to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Push the potatoes to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining olive oil and butter. Add the onions and bell peppers, cooking for 5-7 minutes until they soften.
Stir the garlic into the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Combine the potatoes, onions, peppers, and garlic together in the skillet.
Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the potato mixture and season with salt and black pepper. Toss everything together to ensure even seasoning.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1482 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 69.7 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 3282 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.2 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 4886 mg | 104% | |
*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.
