Cheesy Potato Skillet Dish (Print Version)

Tender potatoes and cheese blend with herbs for a comforting skillet meal fit for breakfast or dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced

→ Dairy

05 - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 1/4 cup sour cream
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Pantry

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and bubbling.
02 - Add diced potatoes to the skillet and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden.
03 - Stir in the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; continue to cook for 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are soft and potatoes are fork-tender.
04 - Sprinkle smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and freshly ground black pepper over the mixture. Stir thoroughly to blend flavors.
05 - Preheat the broiler to high.
06 - Remove skillet from heat. Evenly dollop sour cream across potatoes and scatter shredded cheddar cheese over top.
07 - Place the skillet under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
08 - Remove skillet from oven; allow to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley prior to serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses just one pan for easy cleanup
  • Perfect way to use up pantry staples and vegetables
  • Super customizable with your favorite cheeses or garnishes
  • Ready in under an hour and works for breakfast or dinner
02 -
  • Great source of comforting carbohydrates plus calcium
  • Can be made ahead and reheated easily
  • Works as a vegetarian main or hearty side dish
03 -
  • Cut potatoes to similar size cubes for even cooking and browning
  • For best melting use cheese that you grate yourself not pre-shredded bags
  • Always broil close to the top rack for maximum cheese sizzle but do not walk away from the oven

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