Quick and Delicious Simple Breakfast Hash
Try this quick and easy simple breakfast hash recipe with ham, eggs, and potatoes. Perfect for busy mornings, ready in under 30 minutes!
Start your day off right with this hearty and flavorful simple breakfast hash recipe! Made with crispy potatoes, savory ham, and perfectly cooked eggs, this one-skillet meal is simple, delicious, and ready in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re preparing a quick breakfast for busy mornings or feeding the whole family on a weekend, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
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Why You’ll Love This Simple Breakfast Hash
- Quick and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy mornings.
- One-Skillet Meal: Fewer dishes to clean and packed with flavor.
- Customizable: Use your favorite proteins and veggies for endless variations.
- Wholesome Ingredients: Simple, fresh, and satisfying.
Ingredients for Simple Breakfast Hash
Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious skillet breakfast:
- 4 or 5 potatoes, cubed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups ham, cubed
- 6 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to Make Simple Breakfast Hash Step-by-Step
1. Cook the Potatoes
- Heat a 10-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add the cubed potatoes and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add the Vegetables
- Stir in the diced onion and bell pepper.
- Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
3. Add the Ham and Season
- Stir in the ham, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Add the Eggs
- Make small wells in the hash and carefully crack an egg into each well.
- Cover and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, just until the egg whites begin to set.
5. Broil to Finish
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil on high for 3-4 minutes, or until the egg yolks are set to your preference.
6. Serve and Enjoy
- Remove from the oven, serve immediately, and enjoy your hearty breakfast hash!
Amanda’s Tips for the Perfect Simple Breakfast Hash
- For Crispy Potatoes: Cube them smaller and cook a little longer before adding the other ingredients.
- Try Sweet Potatoes: Swap regular potatoes for sweet potatoes for a delicious twist.
- Use Leftovers: This recipe is perfect for using leftover ham or other proteins like sausage or bacon.
- Prep Ahead: Chop your potatoes and veggies the night before to save time in the morning.
FAQs About Simple Breakfast Hash
Can I make this vegetarian?
Absolutely! Skip the ham and add extra vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach for a vegetarian version.
What other proteins work in this recipe?
Sausage, bacon, or even leftover shredded chicken work wonderfully in this dish.
Can I cook this in a cast iron skillet?
Yes! Cast iron is perfect for achieving crispy potatoes and evenly cooking the dish.
More Simple Breakfast Ideas
If you love this breakfast hash recipe, you’ll enjoy these other easy breakfast ideas:
- How to Make Simple Healthy Homemade Granola
- How to Make Sourdough Pancakes
- How to Make Homemade Hot Chocolate Recipe: A Simple Christmas Tradition
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Simple Breakfast Hash
Ingredients
- 4 or 5 potatoes cubed
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 medium bell pepper diced
- 2 cups ham cubed
- 6 eggs
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a 10" oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and cook for about 8 minutes. Add onion, and bell pepper and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the ham, and add salt and pepper if desired.
- Make small wells in the top of the hash, and carefully crack the eggs into the wells.
- Cover, and allow to cook over medium heat for about 3 to 4 minutes. Just until the egg whites start to set
- Transfer the skillet to the oven, and broil on high until the yolks are set how you like them. Usually 3 to 4 minutes is just right for us.
Whole, nutritious food is an absolute must, and recipes using a handful of ingredients are my favorite kind.
As you know, I’m a firm believer that things should be simple. I especially feel that way about our food. Whole, nutritious food is an absolute must, and recipes using a handful of ingredients are my favorite kind. If something is full of special ingredients, or you have to a grocery cart full of stuff to make it, it’s a hard pass for me. That’s why I enjoy coming up with these simple, delicious meals that require little time in the kitchen, and just a few simple, whole ingredients. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!
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