Norse Skillet Potatoes

Elevate your side dish game with these Norse Skillet Potatoes—a hearty, flavor-packed recipe that combines crispy golden potatoes, savory bacon, and aromatic herbs. Featuring tender baby potatoes parboiled for perfect texture, then pan-fried to golden perfection in a luxurious blend of butter, olive oil, and bacon drippings, this dish is pure comfort food. Fresh dill and thyme infuse each bite with a burst of earthy freshness, while garlic and optional red pepper flakes add a zesty kick. Topped with crispy bacon bits and vibrant scallions, this one-skillet wonder is both easy to prepare and irresistibly satisfying. Perfect for brunch, dinner sides, or a rustic Nordic-inspired feast, these skillet potatoes are guaranteed to delight your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Baby potatoes
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 slices Thick-cut bacon
• 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 Scallions (thinly sliced)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the baby potatoes thoroughly and cut them into halves or quarters, depending on their size, ensuring they are all roughly the same size for even cooking.

Step 2

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and parboil the potatoes for 5-7 minutes until they are slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooling, cut the bacon into small pieces and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.

Step 4

Add the olive oil and unsalted butter to the skillet with the bacon grease and heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and sizzling.

Step 5

Add the parboiled potatoes to the skillet, cut side down. Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes to allow the potatoes to develop a golden crust.

Step 6

Flip the potatoes and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure all sides are browned evenly.

Step 7

Stir in the minced garlic, chopped thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the seasonings are well distributed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the crispy bacon and chopped dill over the potatoes. Toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Garnish with thinly sliced scallions and an extra sprinkle of dill if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	858.2 grams (858.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1346

Total Fat 87.80g	113%
Saturated Fat 33.90g	169%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 136mg	45%
Sodium 3269mg	142%
Total Carbohydrate 125.50g	46%
Dietary Fiber 10.50g	38%
Total Sugars 5.40g
Protein 22.90g	46%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 141mg	11%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 3100mg	66%

*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: 57.1%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 36.3%