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Crispy Chive Breakfast Potatoes

Crispy Chive Breakfast Potatoes bring golden, pan-seared red potatoes with smoky bacon, sweet red onion, and bell pepper together for a balanced, hearty bite. Fresh chives and thyme add a bright, herbal finish that keeps each forkful lively. Serve as a weekend breakfast side or a brunch companion to eggs and toast.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Crispy Chive Breakfast Potatoes
  1. 1

    Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer until just tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Do not overcook, as they will be hard to sauté.

  4. 4

    Drain.

  5. 5

    Let cool in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.

  6. 6

    Leave the skins on, as they add color and flavor.

  7. 7

    Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

  8. 8

    Heat a large sauté pan over high heat until very hot.

  9. 9

    Add olive oil; add the potatoes when the oil starts to smoke.

  10. 10

    Sauté until they begin to brown, about 6 minutes.

  11. 11

    Add bacon and sauté until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.

  12. 12

    Add onions and peppers and sauté for 2 to 4 minutes.

  13. 13

    Remove from the heat.

  14. 14

    Season with salt and pepper and garnish with chives and thyme.