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Loaded Breakfast Hash

Loaded Breakfast Hash

Start your day with this Ultimate Loaded Breakfast Hash!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 5
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients
  

The Foundation:

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes diced
  • 1 large yellow onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil or butter divided

Protein Options:

  • 8 ounces bacon diced (or ham, chorizo, sausage, or tofu)
  • 6 large eggs

Flavor Builders:

  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

For Serving & Freshness:

  • 2 green onions sliced
  • ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • 1 avocado sliced (optional)
  • Hot sauce or salsa for serving

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

  • Wash and dice potatoes into ½-inch cubes (peel if preferred).
  • Soak in cold water for 5-10 minutes, drain, and pat dry.

Step 2: Prepare Other Ingredients

  • Dice onion, bell pepper, and bacon.
  • Mince garlic and have all ingredients ready.

Step 3: Par-Cook the Potatoes

  • Heat 2 tbsp oil/butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook potatoes in a single layer for 3-4 minutes without stirring.
  • Stir and cook for another 5-7 minutes, then set aside.

Step 4: Cook the Protein & Aromatics

  • Cook bacon until crispy (or heat oil if omitting).
  • Add onion and cook until soft.
  • Stir in bell pepper, cook 2-3 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds.

Step 5: Combine & Season

  • Return potatoes to skillet and mix.
  • Stir in smoked paprika, thyme, cumin, salt & pepper.
  • Cook 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6: Add the Eggs

  • Create 6 wells in the hash.
  • Crack eggs into wells and season.
  • Cover and cook 3-5 minutes until whites are set.

Step 7: Finish & Serve

  • Sprinkle with cheese, cover briefly to melt.
  • Garnish with green onions, avocado, and hot sauce.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead Tip: Dice and par-cook potatoes a day ahead for quicker prep.
  • Vegetarian Option: Replace bacon with mushrooms or tofu.
  • Low-Carb: Reduce potatoes, increase veggies.
  • Crispier Hash: Use bacon fat instead of butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 22g
Keyword Breakfast hash, crispy potatoes, one-pan breakfast
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