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Easy Eggs, Sausage, and Hash Browns Skillet

This Easy Eggs, Sausage, and Hash Browns Skillet is the ultimate breakfast comfort food!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups sweet Vidalia or yellow onions peeled and diced small (about 1 large onion)
  • 20 ounce hashbrowns refrigerated preferred or thaw if using frozen
  • 3 to 4 cloves garlic peeled and finely minced
  • 20 pieces Johnsonville Classic Italian Style Meatballs thawed (about 1 pound meatballs; or use 1 pound de-cased Fresh Italian Sausage Links or Ground Sausage)
  • 6 large eggs
  • ½ cup bell peppers seeded and diced small (optional for garnishing)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley leaves finely minced (stems discarded, optional for garnishing)
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Start by gathering all your ingredients. Dice the onions and bell peppers if using, and mince the garlic. If you are using frozen hashbrowns, make sure they are thawed.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. If you need more oil later, you can add it as necessary.
  3. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onions to the skillet. Sauté them for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent and start to caramelize.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Then, add the thawed meatballs. If you’re using sausage, remove it from its casing and crumble it into the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add the hashbrowns to the skillet. Stir everything together, pressing the hashbrowns down slightly so they can crisp up. Season with salt and pepper. Let it cook undisturbed for about 5-7 minutes until the bottom is crispy before flipping to cook the other side.
  6. Once the hashbrowns are crispy, use a spatula to create small wells in the mixture for the eggs. Crack the eggs into the wells, taking care not to break the yolks.
  7. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the eggs are set to your desired doneness, typically about 5-6 minutes for runny yolks. If you prefer firmer yolks, cook a few minutes longer.
  8. Once cooked, sprinkle the dish with diced bell peppers and fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Serve hot and enjoy your Easy Eggs, Sausage, and Hash Browns Skillet!

Notes

  • Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute meatballs with crumbled tofu.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.