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Crispy potato and egg skillet, a cheap family meal under $10 using simple staples.
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Loaded Potato & Egg Skillet Recipe

This cheap family meals under $10 recipe turns humble potatoes into a hearty, satisfying skillet dinner. Crispy potatoes, soft eggs, and sautéed vegetables come together in one pan for a filling meal that works any time of day.
Course Budget Family Dinner, One-Pan Skillet Meal
Cuisine American Home Cooking
Keyword $10 dinner recipes, Loaded Potato & Egg Skillet
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 380kcal

Equipment

  • Loaded Potato & Egg Skillet
  • 1 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet: Best for achieving crispy potato edges.
  • 1 Medium Pot: For the par-boiling stage.
  • 1 Lid To cover the skillet and help set the eggs.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium potatoes diced
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 tbsp oil vegetable or olive
  • Salt, pepper, paprika (optional)

Instructions

  • Par-boil diced potatoes for 5–7 minutes until slightly tender. Drain and let dry.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook potatoes until golden and crispy (10–12 minutes).
  • Add onion and bell pepper; sauté until soft.
  • Make small wells and crack eggs into the skillet. Cover and cook until eggs set.
  • Season and serve hot.

Video

Notes

We included this video for clarity, but it is not the exact recipe we use.