Imagine starting your day with a sizzling skillet of golden, crispy potatoes bursting with aromatic herbs and garlic that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Herb Garlic Breakfast Potatoes aren't just a side dish - they're a morning revelation that transforms an ordinary breakfast into an extraordinary culinary experience. Whether you're a weekend brunch enthusiast or a busy home cook looking to elevate your breakfast game, this recipe promises restaurant-quality potatoes right in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and dice them into uniform 1/2-inch cubes to ensure even cooking. Pat the potato cubes dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to help them crisp up better.
- Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat. The pan should be large enough to allow potatoes to spread in a single layer for proper browning.
- Add the diced potatoes to the hot oil, spreading them evenly across the pan's surface. Allow potatoes to cook without stirring for 4-5 minutes to develop a golden-brown crust.
- Gently stir or flip the potatoes using a spatula to ensure all sides get crispy and golden. Continue cooking for another 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Add minced garlic, dried rosemary, and dried thyme to the potatoes. Stir to distribute herbs evenly and prevent garlic from burning.
- Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Continue cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes until potatoes are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. The total cooking time should be around 25-30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving plate. Let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and potatoes to cool slightly.
Tips
- • Pat your potato cubes completely dry before cooking to ensure maximum crispiness • Use a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan for the best golden-brown crust • Don't overcrowd the pan - give your potatoes space to crisp up • Let potatoes cook undisturbed for the first 4-5 minutes to develop a beautiful crust • Add garlic later in the cooking process to prevent burning • Season generously and taste as you go for perfect flavor balance • Let potatoes rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 195kcal
Carbohydrates: 31g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
