Can I use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes?

Absolutely! Sweet potatoes work beautifully in this recipe and add a wonderful nutritional boost along with their natural sweetness. They typically cook a bit faster than regular potatoes, so keep an eye on them and adjust your cooking time accordingly.

Why aren't my potatoes getting crispy?

The most common culprits are overcrowding the pan, having the heat too low, or stirring too frequently. Make sure your skillet is hot before adding ingredients, don't crowd the pan, and resist the urge to stir constantly to allow proper browning.

Can I make this recipe ahead for meal prep?

Yes! These potatoes hold up well for meal prep. Cook them fully, let cool, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. They're delicious cold in breakfast burritos or reheated in a skillet to regain some crispness.

How can I make this a complete one-pan meal?

Add protein right to the skillet! Brown some ground beef, turkey, or chorizo before adding the potatoes, or stir in some black beans during the final few minutes of cooking. Top with cheese, let it melt, and you've got a complete meal.

Southwestern Skillet Potatoes Recipe

Name: Southwestern Skillet Potatoes Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive or avocado oil; 1½ pounds potatoes, diced and unpeeled; 1 bell pepper, diced (any color; a mix of red and green is recommended); ½ white or yellow onion, diced; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon paprika

Description

Discover the perfect Southwestern-inspired potato skillet recipe! With its crispy, well-seasoned potatoes and vibrant bell peppers, this dish is bursting with flavor and is great for breakfast, brunch, or even as a savory side dish. Simple, hearty, and packed with delicious spices!

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
1 1/2 pounds potatoes, diced and unpeeled
1 bell pepper, diced (any color; a mix of red and green is recommended)
1/2 white or yellow onion, diced

Seasonings

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika

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Instructions

Prepare the Base
Heat the olive or avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced potatoes, bell pepper, and onion to the skillet. Sauté the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes, until the sides of the potatoes are golden brown. If your potato pieces are large, this step may take a bit longer.
Season the Potatoes
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika onto the mixture. Stir well to evenly coat the vegetables with the seasonings.
Cook Until Tender
Once the desired browning is achieved, cover the skillet and reduce the heat to medium or medium-low. Allow the potatoes to cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until they are tender and fully cooked through.
Adjust and Serve
Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or paprika if desired. Serve the skillet potatoes as they are, or enhance the flavor with your favorite hot sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

Yellow or gold potatoes work beautifully in this recipe, but feel free to use any variety you prefer.
Doubling the recipe is easy and perfect for serving a crowd. When doubling, stir the potatoes more frequently to allow even cooking and browning. You may also need to increase the overall cooking time when the skillet is fuller.
The provided nutrition information assumes four servings. However, if serving sizes are smaller, you can easily stretch the dish to six portions.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 215
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 310mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3.5g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg