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    Healthy Breakfast Skillet

    Published: Mar 30, 2020 • Modified: May 16, 2020 by Charlotte• This post may contain affiliate links •Leave a Comment

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    breakfast hash with egg

    A quick and delicious breakfast featuring eggs, potatoes and veggies! Add in some cheese and watch everyone devour this comfort food healthy breakfast. Ready in under 30 minutes!

    breakfast skillet

    This recipe originally published June 2018 now updated with step by step instructions, pro tips and FAQs.

    This healthy breakfast skillet is a great choice for breakfast, brunch or really anytime you want a delicious and healthy meal. It has all the ingredients you need for a satisfying one dish meal including crispy potatoes, veggies, cheese and eggs. The extra veggies add fiber which help to control blood sugar levels.

    Why this recipe works:

    • Uses convenient frozen hash browns to form just enough of a base of satisfying potatoes without overdoing the carbs.
    • Uses whatever veggies you have in your refrigerator. No need to shop for special ingredients. The veggies add fiber to the recipe- studies show fiber can help slow the rate your body absorbs carbs and can help regulate glucose levels.

    The main ingredients:

    • Shredded potatoes- use frozen potatoes which will cook down form a base for the veggies and eggs.
    • Chopped veggies- use your favorites including mushrooms, peppers, onions, tomatoes, etc. Other ideas include jalapeños, spinach, thin sliced squash/zucchini,etc.
    • Eggs- these will be added on top
    • Cheese- once again, use what you have on hand.

    How to make breakfast skillet:

    1. Start by browning shredded potatoes. Be sure to salt and pepper the potatoes as desired.
    2. Chop your veggies.
    3. Saute the veggies in olive oil to soften them. This takes 5-6 minutes depending on the type and thickness of the veggies you choose. 
    4. Drop an egg or two on top then sprinkle on the cheese. Cover the skillet so the eggs will cook.
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    Expert tips:

    • Use a nonstick skillet to keep shredded potatoes from sticking to pan.
    • Prep the veggies the night before for an even quicker meal.
    • Saute veggies long enough to allow them to release steam and brown slightly.
    • Sprinkle diced ham, sausage or bacon on top if desired.
    • Cover skillet to help eggs set.

    Frequently asked questions:

    How do you make skillet breakfast from scratch?

    Follow the instructions above to make this one dish breakfast from scratch.

    What is a good breakfast to make?

    This recipe is really a one pot meal and you get all your food groups in each delicious bite! Featuring potatoes, veggies, meat (optional), eggs and cheese.

    How many carbs in this recipe?

    This recipes contains 33gm carb with 4gm fiber. Most of the carbs are from the potatoes. This recipe uses the minimum amount of shredded potatoes to give the recipe flavor.

    A black skillet filled with meat and vegetables, with Egg and Potato

    Hope you enjoy this Breakfast Skillet recipe! Be sure to check out these other low carb favorites.

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    Recipe

    breakfast hash with 2 eggs in iron skillet

    Healthy Breakfast Skillet

    Healthy breakfast skillet featuring hash browns and your favorite veggies. Prep ingredients the night before for a fast and simple breakfast.
    4.75 from 4 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 9 minutes
    Cook Time: 21 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 389kcal
    Author: Easyhealth Living

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 cup shredded hash browns, frozen*
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 3 cups diced veggies (peppers, onions, mushrooms, etc.)
    • 2 eggs
    • ½ cup sharp cheese, shredded
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    Instructions

    • Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil in a heavy skillet then add 2 cups shredded hash browns.  Spread hash browns out in skillet and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook over medium to medium low heat until brown on bottom about 7 minutes. Flip hash browns over sprinkle with salt and pepper then cook on low 7 more minutes.
    • Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet then add diced veggies and saute over medium heat 5 minutes until softened.
    • Layer sautéed veggies on top of hash browns. Make 2 small holes in mixture then gently drop eggs in.  Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper and cheese.
    • Cover pan and cook over low until eggs are set- about 7 minutes.  
      *Note: Nutritionals calculated using 1 cup potatoes as they will cook down from 2 cups to final measure of 1 cup.

    Notes

    Expert Tips:
    • Use a nonstick skillet to keep shredded potatoes from sticking to pan.
    • Prep the veggies the night before for an even quicker meal.
    • Saute veggies long enough to allow them to release steam and brown slightly.
    • Sprinkle diced ham, sausage or bacon on top if desired.
    • Cover skillet to help eggs set.
     
    Nutrition Facts
    Healthy Breakfast Skillet
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
     
    389
    Calories from Fat 225
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    25
    g
    38
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    6
    g
    30
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    97
    mg
    32
    %
    Sodium
     
    389
    mg
    16
    %
    Potassium
     
    689
    mg
    20
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    33
    g
    11
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    16
    %
    Sugar
     
    4
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    10
    g
    20
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    674
    IU
    13
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    100
    mg
    121
    %
    Calcium
     
    136
    mg
    14
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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