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The Ultimate Guide to Perfectly Crispy Breakfast Potatoes Every Time

A bowl filled with perfectly crispy, golden brown breakfast potatoes, catching the sunlight.
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You deserve breakfast potatoes that are perfectly golden and crispy on the outside while remaining tender inside. This recipe shows you the simple secrets to achieving this texture, whether you use the oven or a skillet. These flavorful morning potatoes are the best side dish for your weekend brunch or quick weekday meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs Russet potatoes, scrubbed and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil or other high-heat oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced (optional)

Instructions

  1. If you want the crispiest breakfast potatoes, soak the diced potatoes in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This removes excess starch.
  2. Drain the potatoes completely. This step is crucial: spread them on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them completely dry. Any moisture prevents crisping.
  3. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) for oven roasting, or heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet (cast iron works best) over medium-high heat for the skillet method.
  4. If using the oven: Toss the dry potatoes with the avocado oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, salt, and pepper until evenly coated. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
  5. If using the skillet: Add the oil to the hot skillet. Once shimmering, add the potatoes in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid crowding). Cook for 5–7 minutes without stirring to allow a crust to form.
  6. Reduce the heat to medium. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 15–20 minutes until the potatoes are tender inside and golden brown outside.
  7. If using onion, add the diced onion during the last 10 minutes of cooking time and cook until softened.
  8. Taste and add more salt if needed. Serve your golden brown potatoes immediately with eggs or your favorite breakfast items.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of coarse ground black pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
  • If you are meal prepping, store cooled potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to restore crispness.
  • Do not skip drying the potatoes after soaking; this is the secret to making crispy breakfast potatoes that are not soggy.

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