Quick and easy Potatoes O’Brien for One made with tender Yukon gold potatoes, colorful bell peppers, and onions in a flavorful skillet-cooked recipe. Perfect as a breakfast side, brunch recipe, or easy single-serving potatoes. This simple home-cooked Potatoes O’Brien uses basic ingredients and can be ready in minutes. Ideal for weeknight meals, healthy potato recipes, and vegetable-packed skillet dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 medium Yukon gold potato, peeled and diced into ½-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup chopped onions (about ½ small onion)
- ¾ cup chopped red bell pepper (about ½ small bell pepper)
- ¾ cup chopped green bell pepper (about ½ small bell pepper)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon Creole seasoning (or substitute with salt and black pepper, or your preferred seasoning blend)
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Once it sizzles, add the onions, bell peppers, and garlic to one side of the pan and the parboiled potatoes to the other.
- Sprinkle with Creole seasoning (or your preferred seasoning).
- Stir the vegetables occasionally, but let the potatoes sit untouched for 3–4 minutes so they develop a golden-brown crust.
- Once the potatoes are golden on one side, stir everything together and cook for a few more minutes until the potatoes reach your desired level of browning. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This single-serving Potatoes O’Brien is quick, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a side dish. The combination of tender potatoes, sweet onions, and colorful bell peppers makes it visually appealing and full of flavor.
Tips
- Parboil the potatoes to speed up cooking and achieve a tender interior.
- Let the potatoes sit in the skillet for a few minutes without stirring to get a nice golden crust.
- Use a non-stick skillet for easier cooking and cleanup.
Variations and Substitutions
- Potatoes: Swap Yukon gold for red potatoes, russets, or sweet potatoes.
- Seasoning: Try Cajun, paprika, garlic powder, or your favorite spice blend.
- Vegetables: Add mushrooms, zucchini, or tomatoes for extra flavor and color.
- Butter: Use olive oil or avocado oil for a lighter alternative.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can parboil the potatoes and store them in the fridge. Cook them fresh in a skillet before serving.
Q: Can this be made vegan?
A: Replace butter with olive oil or a plant-based margarine.
Q: How can I make it spicier?
A: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper, hot paprika, or red chili flakes.
Serving
- Serve alongside eggs for breakfast or brunch.
- Pair with grilled chicken, steak, or fish as a hearty side dish.
- Top with fresh herbs like parsley or chives for added flavor and color.
Potatoes O’Brien for One
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minutesIngredients
1 medium 1 Yukon gold potato, peeled and diced into ½-inch pieces
1 tablespoon 1 butter
½ cup chopped onions (about ½ small onion)
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper (about ½ small bell pepper)
¾ cup chopped green bell pepper (about ½ small bell pepper)
1 clove 1 garlic, minced
½ teaspoon Creole seasoning (or substitute with salt and black pepper, or your preferred seasoning blend)
Directions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 3 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Once it sizzles, add the onions, bell peppers, and garlic to one side of the pan and the parboiled potatoes to the other.
- Sprinkle with Creole seasoning (or your preferred seasoning).
- Stir the vegetables occasionally, but let the potatoes sit untouched for 3–4 minutes so they develop a golden-brown crust.
- Once the potatoes are golden on one side, stir everything together and cook for a few more minutes until the potatoes reach your desired level of browning. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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