Crispy Beef Bacon & Egg Breakfast Skillet

A hearty one-pan morning classic

This Crispy Beef Bacon & Egg Breakfast Skillet brings all the comfort of a classic diner meal while keeping things simple enough for any busy morning. It’s the perfect blend of savory, golden potatoes, soft eggs, and sizzling beef bacon, creating an easy healthy recipe with the cozy appeal of a fall dinner idea or breakfast-for-dinner treat. Everything cooks in one skillet, filling your kitchen with rich, warm aromas and giving you a satisfying plate of comfort food with minimal cleanup. If you love hearty, rustic meals that come together effortlessly, this one is sure to become a favorite.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

📝 Ingredients

• 4 strips beef bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 6 cups frozen cubed southern-style hash browns (or fresh diced potatoes), about 3/4 of a 30-ounce bag
• 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 clove minced garlic (optional)
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (optional)

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

• Large skillet or frying pan
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mixing bowls
• Wooden spoon or spatula

Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

1. In a large skillet, cook the beef bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove the pieces and drain on paper towels, leaving about 2 tablespoons of drippings in the skillet.
2. Add the onion and potatoes to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the drippings. Cook for a couple of minutes.
3. Add the water and cover the skillet. Cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are soft, flipping only once or twice so they develop a nice brown crust.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
5. Make four small wells in the potatoes, exposing the bottom of the skillet. Crack one egg into each well.
6. Cover the skillet and cook on low heat until the egg whites are set, about 8–10 minutes.
7. Sprinkle cheddar cheese and the crisped beef bacon over the top during the last couple of minutes of cooking.
8. Finish with sliced green onions if desired and serve warm.

💡 Pro Tips

• For extra crispiness, let the potatoes sit untouched for several minutes at a time.
• Swap cheddar for pepper jack or Colby for a fun flavor twist.
• Leftovers reheat best in a skillet to maintain crisp edges.
• Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers to make the skillet even heartier.

📊 Nutrition Table

Conclusion

This Crispy Beef Bacon & Egg Breakfast Skillet delivers everything you love about a warm, satisfying morning meal in one easy pan. With golden potatoes, perfectly cooked eggs, and flavorful beef bacon, it strikes the ideal balance between hearty and convenient. Whether you make it for a relaxed weekend brunch or a simple weeknight breakfast-for-dinner, this skillet is sure to become a comforting go-to recipe you’ll enjoy again and again.

Crispy Beef Bacon & Egg Breakfast Skillet

A hearty one-pan breakfast featuring savory potatoes, soft eggs, and crispy beef bacon, perfect for busy mornings or breakfast-for-dinner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 4 strips beef bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 6 cups frozen cubed southern-style hash browns (or fresh diced potatoes) about 3/4 of a 30-ounce bag
• 1/2 cup white onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 clove minced garlic (optional)
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (optional)

Instructions

 

Cooking

• In a large skillet, cook the beef bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove the pieces and drain on paper towels, leaving about 2 tablespoons of drippings in the skillet.
• Add the onion and potatoes to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the drippings. Cook for a couple of minutes.
• Add the water and cover the skillet. Cook for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are soft, flipping only once or twice so they develop a nice brown crust.
• Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
• Make four small wells in the potatoes, exposing the bottom of the skillet. Crack one egg into each well.
• Cover the skillet and cook on low heat until the egg whites are set, about 8–10 minutes.
• Sprinkle cheddar cheese and the crisped beef bacon over the top during the last couple of minutes of cooking.
• Finish with sliced green onions if desired and serve warm.

Notes

For extra crispiness, let the potatoes sit untouched for several minutes at a time. Swap cheddar for pepper jack or Colby for a fun flavor twist. Leftovers reheat best in a skillet to maintain crisp edges. Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers to make the skillet even heartier.

Keyword Beef Bacon, Breakfast Skillet, Comfort Food, Eggs, Hash Browns