Fried Potatoes and Onions

a serving bowl of pan fried potatoes with bacon and onions.

5 from 5 votes

This easy southern fried potatoes and onions recipe will be your new family favorite at breakfast time. With crispy pan-fried potatoes, savory bacon, and perfect golden brown onions, these breakfast potatoes are true southern comfort food.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: Southern

Servings: servings

Calories: 293kcal

Author: Eden Westbrook

Ingredients

½ lb thick cut bacon small chopped
1 medium yellow onion medium diced
3 lbs red potatoes washed and diced into bite-sized pieces
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon dried oregano optional
½ teaspoon dried sage optional
2-3 garlic cloves minced or pressed

Instructions

In a 12 inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until it reaches desired crispness. Use a heat-safe slotted spoon or Asian spider to remove the bacon but keep the rendered fat in the pan. Place the bacon on a paper towel-lined plate until later.
Place the chopped potatoes and onions into the bacon fat in the skillet. Add the spices and toss the potatoes with the bacon fat and spices until coated.
Cook the onions and potatoes, stirring occasionally, for 18 minutes. You're looking for crispy, browned sides and the potatoes are tender. You can top with a lid while it cooks for softer, not-as-crispy potatoes.
Add the garlic and cooked bacon into the pan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to incorporate the garlic and rewarm the bacon.
Before serving, make sure the diced potatoes are fork-tender, otherwise cook for another 2-5 minutes.
Place the fried potatoes and onions onto a serving platter and serve hot with chopped, fresh herbs.

Notes

Storage and Reheating

Storing: place the cooled leftover fried potatoes in an airtight container. Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Reheating: To keep the potatoes crispy, reheat the leftover fried potatoes in a skillet with a bit of vegetable oil over medium heat until warmed through.

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