Loaded Hash Brown Skillet Delight (Printable)

A hearty hash brown skillet ideal for Father's Day brunch.

# What You Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
02 - 6 strips bacon
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup diced bell pepper, red or green
05 - 1/2 cup diced onion
06 - 4 large eggs
07 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions

→ Spices & Oils

08 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Black pepper, to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until crispy, about 6–8 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate; chop once cool. Discard most of the bacon fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
02 - Add vegetable oil to the skillet. Stir in onion and bell pepper; sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
03 - Add the thawed hash browns in an even layer. Sprinkle with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Press lightly with a spatula and cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
04 - Gently flip or stir and cook for another 5 minutes until hash browns are crispy.
05 - Sprinkle with cheese and chopped bacon. Make four small wells in the mixture and crack eggs into each. Cover the skillet and cook for 5–7 minutes until egg whites are set and yolks are runny or longer for firmer yolks.
06 - Garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot directly from the skillet.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a relaxed morning.
  • Loaded with protein and veggies for a balanced meal.
  • Customizable to suit your family’s taste with simple swaps.
  • Gluten-free option when using certified ingredients.
02 -
  • Use a cast iron or heavy-bottomed oven-safe skillet for even heat distribution.
  • Thaw hash browns fully for the best crispiness and texture.
  • Remove most bacon fat to prevent greasiness but keep flavor.
  • Cover skillet tightly when cooking eggs to set whites without overcooking yolks.
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