Hobo Breakfast Special

Start your day with the comforting and rustic flavors of the Hobo Breakfast Special—a hearty one-skillet meal packed with crispy potatoes, savory breakfast sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and perfectly cooked eggs. This easy-to-make breakfast is seasoned with a blend of garlic, paprika, and black pepper for a bold, flavorful kick, and topped with melty cheddar cheese for a rich, satisfying finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the ultimate all-in-one breakfast recipe that’s ideal for busy mornings or casual weekend brunches. Serve it directly from the skillet for a warm, homestyle meal that’s sure to bring everyone to the table. Keywords: hobo breakfast special, one-skillet breakfast, hearty breakfast recipe, eggs and potatoes skillet, quick breakfast idea, cheesy breakfast skillet.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Russet potatoes
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.5 pound Breakfast sausage
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 small Yellow onion
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dice the russet potatoes into small, bite-sized pieces (about 1/2 inch cubes). There’s no need to peel them unless you prefer to.

Step 2

Dice the green bell pepper and onion into small pieces to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes to the skillet and sprinkle them with the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir well to coat the potatoes evenly with the seasonings.

Step 5

Cook the potatoes for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden-brown and tender. If they start sticking to the pan, add a small splash of water or additional olive oil.

Step 6

While the potatoes are cooking, in a separate pan, brown the breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Once fully cooked, set the sausage aside.

Step 7

Add the diced bell pepper and onion to the skillet with the potatoes. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and add the cooked sausage back to the skillet, stirring everything together.

Step 9

Create four small wells in the potato mixture using the back of a spoon. Crack an egg into each well and cover the skillet with a lid.

Step 10

Allow the eggs to cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny. If you prefer firmer yolks, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese across the top of the skillet and cover for another 1 minute, just until the cheese melts.

Step 12

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired, for a fresh and colorful garnish.

Step 13

Serve immediately, directly from the skillet, for a warm and hearty breakfast that everyone will love!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1275.3 grams (1275.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2098

Total Fat 133.40g	171%
Saturated Fat 46.70g	234%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 944mg	315%
Sodium 5080mg	221%
Total Carbohydrate 138.80g	50%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 14.10g
Protein 81.00g	162%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 678mg	52%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 3972mg	85%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 26.7%