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Published: Dec 15, 2022 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Country Potatoes

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A fried egg over breakfast potatoes.

Easy to make oven roasted Country Potatoes are perfectly cooked with lots of browned crispy edges. Serve for breakfast with eggs and bacon or sausage.

A bowl filled with crispy cubed potatoes.
Table of Contents
Breakfast potatoes
Key ingredients
Step by step directions
Recipe tips
Frequently asked questions
Variations
To make ahead of time
Serving suggestions
Country Potatoes

Breakfast potatoes

These country potatoes are perfect for breakfast. They are cooked entirely in the oven which means your stove top is free and you're not stuck tending to the potatoes.

Crispy browned edges, bits of diced bell pepper and onion and just the right amount of seasoning makes a perfect balance of ingredients.

I love serving these with a fried egg, but they are delicious all by themselves too.

Key ingredients

Red potatoes and mini bell peppers on a cutting board.
  • Potatoes - I've used red potatoes, but you could also use Yukon gold or russets. If using russet, you'll want to peel the potatoes first.
  • Bell Peppers - Use sweet bells in red, yellow or orange
  • Onion - A white or yellow onion works best
  • Seasoning - Garlic powder, red pepper flakes, ground black pepper, coarse salt
  • Olive oil - You could also use canola oil or a vegetable oil

Step by step directions

  • Scrub potatoes and peel if desired. With red potatoes or Yukons, I leave the peel on.
  • Cut potatoes into small cubes, about ½ inch in size
  • Dice peppers and onions
  • Place potatoes, peppers and onions in a bowl and drizzle olive oil over the top
Cut potatoes on a cutting board.
Pouring olive oil over cut potatoes.
  • Use your hands, or a large spoon to toss the potatoes so everything is covered with the oil
  • Sprinkle seasonings over the top and toss again
Cubed potatoes sprinkled with seasonings.
Stirring potatoes in a bowl with hands.
  • Pour mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  • Bake in preheated 415°F oven for 35-40 minutes, until potatoes are baked through, stirring everything halfway through baking time
  • Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and a bit of coarse salt
  • Serve hot
Cubed potatoes on a baking sheet.
Cooked breakfast potatoes on a sheet pan.

Recipe tips

  • Cut potatoes into ½ inch to 1 inch pieces. The larger the size, the longer it will take to cook
  • Use parchment paper to keep the potatoes from sticking to the pan
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. The potatoes need to be in a single layer and not packed too tightly. If needed, use two pans. Rotate pans halfway through cook time.
  • Give the potatoes a stir halfway through cooking time
  • Taste the potatoes to determine if they are fully cooked through
  • Serve hot with a sprinkling of fresh parsley and a bit of coarse salt

Frequently asked questions

How do I store leftover breakfast potatoes?

Allow potatoes to cool then store in a container in the refrigerator. Leftover potatoes are best used within 3-4 days.

How do I reheat country potatoes?

You can reheat a single portion in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until heated through or you can reheat in a 415°F oven for 10-15 minutes.

Variations

Make these breakfast potatoes your own by adding your favorite ingredients. Some variations to consider include -

  • Add sliced mushrooms to the tray along with the potatoes and peppers
  • Use a hot pepper, like an anaheim or a poblano
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the potatoes during the last 5 minutes of cooking
  • Add fresh herbs after the potatoes come out of the oven - thyme, rosemary or chives would all be great!
  • Add diced ham or cooked breakfast sausage. Add to the sheet pan halfway through cooking time.

To make ahead of time

These potatoes are best baked and served right away. However, you can get a lot of the prep work done the night before, which will save time in the morning.

  • Dice peppers and onions. Store in a covered dish or a plastic bag in the refrigerator. This step can be done up to two days ahead of time.
  • Prepare potatoes. Place chopped potatoes in a bowl of cold water. The potatoes should be completely submerged. Do this the night before and leave out at room temperature.
  • Measure out spices in a small bowl
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper
  • In the morning, drain potatoes and pat dry with a clean towel or paper towels. Try to get potatoes as dry as possible.
  • Assemble and bake as directed

Serving suggestions

Serve with your favorite type of fried egg or egg casserole.

  • Sunny Side Up Eggs
  • Over Easy Eggs
  • Over Medium Eggs
  • Over Hard Eggs
  • Cheesy Baked Egg Casserole
  • Puff Pastry Baked Eggs
Country potatoes with a sunny side up egg.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

Check out all my delicious breakfast recipes!

  • Cinnamon Muffins
  • Corn Flake Coffee Cake
  • Homemade Pop Tarts
  • Lemon Zucchini Muffins
A bowl filled with crispy cubed potatoes.

Country Potatoes

Kathy
Oven roasted breakfast potatoes with bell peppers and onions.
5 from 24 votes
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 55 mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 151 kcal

Equipment

  • Cookie Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Chef Knife
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 Red Potatoes (Large, about 1 - 1 ½ pounds altogether)
  • 1 Bell Pepper (Red, orange or yellow)
  • ½ White onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon coarse salt
  • fresh chopped parsley (optional)
  • 1 pinch coarse salt (optional, add just before serving)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 415°F
  • Scrub potatoes. Peel if desired.
    2 Red Potatoes
  • Cut potatoes into small cubes, about ½ inch in size
  • Dice peppers and onions
    1 Bell Pepper, ½ White onion
  • Place potatoes, peppers and onions in a bowl and drizzle olive oil over the top
    2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Use your hands, or a large spoon to stir the potatoes so everything is covered with the oil
    ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ¼ teaspoon coarse salt
  • Sprinkle seasonings over the top and stir again
  • Pour mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  • Bake in preheated 415°F oven for 35-40 minutes, until potatoes are baked through, stirring everything halfway through baking time
  • Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and a bit of coarse salt
    fresh chopped parsley, 1 pinch coarse salt
  • Serve hot

Notes

  • Cut potatoes into ½ inch to 1 inch pieces. The larger the size, the longer it will take to cook
  • Use parchment paper to keep the potatoes from sticking to the pan. If parchment isn't available, use additional oil to coat the pan.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. The potatoes need to be in a single layer and not packed too tightly. If needed, use two pans. Rotate pans halfway through cook time.
  • Give the potatoes a stir halfway through cooking time
  • Taste the potatoes to determine if they are fully cooked through
  • Serve hot with a sprinkling of fresh parsley and a bit of coarse salt
Variations
  • Add sliced mushrooms to the tray along with the potatoes and peppers
  • Use a hot pepper, like an anaheim or a poblano
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top of the potatoes during the last 5 minutes of cooking
  • Add fresh herbs after the potatoes come out of the oven - thyme, rosemary or chives would all be great!
  • Add diced ham or cooked breakfast sausage. Add to the sheet pan halfway through cooking time.

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 178mgPotassium: 574mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 977IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Breakfast Potatoes, Roasted Potatoes
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  1. David @ Spiced says

    December 23, 2022 at 6:12 am

    5 stars
    I absolutely love potatoes when they're cooked like this. We had a late night last night with the neighbors, and I could so go for a plate of these potatoes with a couple eggs this morning! 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      December 23, 2022 at 6:16 am

      A perfect way to start the day!

      Reply

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