Simple Loaded Breakfast Skillet Recipe

Enjoy a hearty and delicious breakfast all in one pan! This Simple Loaded Breakfast Skillet is packed with crispy potatoes, savory sausage, smoky bacon, fresh veggies, gooey cheese, and perfectly cooked eggs. It’s a complete breakfast for four that comes together in under 30 minutes — perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunch!

Table of Contents

Ingredients

4–6 strips bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

20 oz refrigerated potatoes or 3–4 cups frozen hash browns
½ cup diced sweet onion (optional)
½ cup diced red bell pepper (optional)

8–10 cooked sausage links, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 eggs

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)

Toppings (optional):

Sliced green onions

Sliced tomatoes
Sliced avocado
Sliced jalapeños (seeds removed)

Fresh parsley

Instructions

Cook the bacon: In a large cast iron or heavy skillet, cook the bacon pieces over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain. Leave the bacon fat in the pan.
Brown the potatoes: Add the potatoes to the skillet and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes.

Cook the veggies: If using, add diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet with the potatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Add sausage and bacon: Stir in the cooked sausage and bacon pieces. Heat everything through.
Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.

Add the eggs: Make four wells in the potato mixture and carefully crack one egg into each well.
Cook the eggs: Cover the skillet and cook over medium-low heat until the egg whites are set and yolks are cooked to your liking, about 8-10 minutes.
Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the skillet. Cover again and cook until the cheese melts.

Serve: Top with your favorite garnishes and serve immediately.

Tips & Notes

Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free. Just double-check your sausage and bacon labels to be sure.
Dairy-Free Option: Skip the cheese or swap in a vegan cheese alternative to make this dairy-free.

Serving Suggestions: Pair this skillet with fresh juice or coffee, and try some spicy pico de gallo on the side for a bright kick.
Brunch Idea: Make it a big brunch by adding a colorful honey lime fruit salad.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Best enjoyed fresh!

Nutrition (Per Serving)

This loaded skillet breakfast is the perfect crowd-pleaser with tons of flavor and texture in every bite. It’s simple, filling, and delicious — give it a try for your next breakfast or brunch!