Last Updated on February 14, 2026 by Barbara

If there’s one sound that gets my family excited on a Saturday morning, it’s the sizzle of a hot pan meeting a batch of freshly quartered potatoes. While eggs and bacon usually take the spotlight, some soulful breakfast potatoes will turn a sunrise meal into a culinary experience. My Breakfast Potatoes are golden brown, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside, exactly how a Soul Food Sunday breakfast should be.

I’ve spent years perfecting the seasoning blend for these to ensure they have that peppery kick without being overwhelming. They’re the perfect partner for a cheesy omelet, but they hold their own alongside a stack of warm french toast. Let me walk you through the simple steps to make sure your potatoes come out perfect every single time.

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How to Make Breakfast Potatoes

The secret to making THE BEST Skillet Breakfast Potatoes is to parboil your potatoes. Partially cooking the potatoes beforehand decreases the cook time significantly, as it softens the potatoes before they are introduced to the skillet. Another important thing to consider for great breakfast potatoes is the choice of potato. For this recipe I used Russet Potatoes. These potatoes cook easier and quicker than Yukon or red potatoes.

1. Watch Me Make Breakfast Potatoes (Video Tutorial)

2. Ingredients for Breakfast Potatoes:

Smoked sausage, onion, garlic, red bell pepper, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley flakes, salt, black pepper and vegetable oil.

3. Step-by-Step Instructions:

Let’s uncover the culinary journey to creating these delightful Potatoes:

Step 1: Preparing the Potatoes:

Cut the Russet Potatoes into quarters and parboil them in a pot of salted water for 7 minutes. This step helps them become tender without turning mushy.

Step 2: Sautéing the Ingredients:

Using medium heat, bring the oil to temperature in a skillet. Start by cooking the smoked sausage for 5 minutes until it develops a beautiful color. Remove the sausage from the pan and set it aside.

Step 3: Building Flavor Layers:

In the same skillet, sauté the white onion, garlic, and red bell pepper for 2 minutes until they become aromatic. Add the parboiled potatoes to the pan and season them with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper and mix well.

Step 4: Bringing It All Together:

Cook the seasoned potatoes for about 10 minutes. Return the cooked sausage to the pan, allowing it to rejoin the flavorful mix. Continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes to ensure all the flavors meld together beautifully.

4. Serving Breakfast Potatoes

Whether served alongside an omelette, as a side to a hearty breakfast spread, or enjoyed as the main meal, these Breakfast Potatoes are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

5. Embrace Morning Comforts

With a few simple ingredients and a touch of culinary finesse, these potatoes have the power to transform a routine morning into a delightful culinary experience.

So, gather your ingredients, heat up that frying pan, and embark in the joy of savoring a dish that celebrates morning comfort in every bite.

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