Start your day with a flavorful and filling breakfast skillet that combines sweet potatoes, sausage, and bell peppers in one pan.
This recipe is easy to prepare and great for weekend brunch or a satisfying weekday morning meal.
Using a cast iron or heavy skillet helps achieve a nice caramelization on the sweet potatoes and crispy edges on the sausage.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet potatoes provide natural sweetness and a tender texture balanced by the savory sausage.
- Cooking everything in one skillet saves time on prep and cleanup while blending the flavors.
- Bell peppers add color, crunch, and a slight sweetness that complements the other ingredients.
Sweet Potato and Sausage Breakfast Skillet
A hearty one-pan breakfast featuring savory sausage, tender sweet potatoes, and colorful bell peppers, perfect for a satisfying morning meal.
- Prep time
- 10 minutes
- Cook time
- 20 minutes
- Servings
- 4
- Yield
- 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 12 oz (340 g) breakfast sausage (mild or spicy), sliced or crumbled
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables and Sausage Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large cast iron or heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Cook the Vegetables Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add Sweet Potatoes and Bell Peppers Add the diced sweet potatoes to the skillet. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until potatoes are tender and browned.
- Combine and Finish Cooking Add the diced bell peppers and cooked sausage back to the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until peppers are just softened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot immediately for best flavor and texture.
Helpful Tips
- Use peeled sweet potatoes for quicker cooking and even browning.
- You can substitute breakfast sausage with cooked bacon or turkey sausage if preferred.
- For a spicy kick, choose spicy sausage or add a pinch of red chili flakes.
- Make sure sweet potatoes are cut into uniform cubes to cook evenly.
- Use a cast iron skillet for best caramelization and heat retention.
Storage and Make-Ahead
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to maintain texture, or use a microwave until warmed through.
Do not leave cooked sausage at room temperature for more than 2 hours to prevent bacterial growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this skillet vegan?
Yes, you can replace the sausage with plant-based sausage or sautéed mushrooms and add extra spices for flavor.
How do I know when the sausage is fully cooked?
Sausage should be cooked until browned with no pink inside and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for pork sausage.
Can this recipe be prepared ahead?
You can prepare and cook the sweet potatoes and peppers ahead, then reheat and add freshly cooked sausage when ready to serve.
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