If you’re in the mood for a hearty, comforting dish that’s as easy to make as it is satisfying, these fully loaded skillet potatoes will become your new go-to. Packed with crispy bacon, smoky sausage, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese, every bite is full of rich flavor. Whether served as a hearty side dish or the main event, this recipe is perfect for lazy weekends, family brunches, or whenever you need a quick, crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients for Fully Loaded Skillet Potatoes with Bacon and Sausage
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6–8 red potatoes, diced (about 2–2.5 lb / 900–1,100 g)
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1 onion, chopped (about 8 oz / 225 g)
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1 cup (3.5 oz / 100 g) fresh mushrooms, sliced
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1/2 package smoked sausage, sliced (about 7 oz / 200 g)
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1/2 lb (225 g) bacon, cooked and crumbled
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3/4 stick butter (6 Tbsp / 85 g)
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1 Tbsp (15 g) parsley
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1/4 tsp (1.5 g) garlic salt
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1/4 tsp (1.5 g) seasoned salt
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1/8 tsp (0.5 g) pepper
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1 cup (4 oz / 115 g) Colby/Monterey Jack shredded cheese
How to Make Fully Loaded Skillet Potatoes with Bacon and Sausage
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In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes, chopped onion, parsley, garlic salt, seasoned salt, and pepper. Cook until the potatoes begin to soften slightly.
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Stir in the sliced smoked sausage, mushrooms, and crumbled bacon. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and golden brown.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Allow it to melt, then serve hot.
A Skillet Meal Everyone Will Request Again
This dish has all the elements of comfort food in one pan—crispy edges on the potatoes, smoky meat flavors, and a layer of melted cheese to tie it all together. Serve it alongside eggs for breakfast, a fresh salad for lunch, or on its own for a satisfying dinner. Once your family tastes it, you may find yourself making it on repeat.
