Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast
This bacon potato frittata is the ultimate better than takeout breakfast. After making it dozens of times, I’ve discovered the secret to crispy edges and tender potatoes. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy White Lasagna Soup and Yummy Chipotle Ranch Grilled Chicken Burrito.
Why This Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy edges with tender potatoes inside
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Perfect for meal prep or a quick breakfast
- Better than takeout taste at home
What You'll Need for Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 8 large eggs
- 1 lb bacon
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 small onion
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Optional: Fresh chives
- Optional: Sour cream
- Optional: Hot sauce
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Potatoes: Yukon Gold or red potatoes work best.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Non-stick skillet — Prevents bacon and potatoes from sticking → See on Amazon
- Mandoline slicer — Ensures even potato slices for perfect cooking → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast
- Prepare potatoes: Thinly slice potatoes using a mandoline slicer. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- Cook bacon: In a large non-stick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon, but keep the grease.
- Cook potatoes: Add sliced potatoes to the skillet with bacon grease. Cook until tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Whisk eggs: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Combine and cook: Pour whisked eggs over potatoes in the skillet. Crumble bacon and sprinkle it evenly over the eggs. Cook until edges are set, about 5 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place skillet in the oven and bake until the center is set, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve: Let the frittata cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve with your favorite toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast
- : For even cooking, make sure your skillet is well-seasoned or use a non-stick skillet.
- Common mistake and fix: If your frittata is not cooking in the center, try covering the skillet with a lid or finishing it in the oven.
- : For a lighter frittata, you can substitute half of the potatoes with spinach or bell peppers.
- : To make this recipe ahead, cook the bacon and potatoes, then assemble and refrigerate. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the potatoes and bacon up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Freezing Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Cover with a damp paper towel to prevent drying out.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a crispy top, broil the frittata for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Best substitution: Substitute the bacon with diced ham or cooked breakfast sausage for a similar flavor.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the frittata in the skillet, then refrigerate for up to 12 hours. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your frittata is browning too quickly, cover the skillet with a lid or reduce the oven temperature.
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Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 lb bacon
- 2 medium potatoes
- 1 small onion
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Optional Toppings
- Fresh chives
- Sour cream
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Prepare potatoes: Thinly slice potatoes using a mandoline slicer. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- Cook bacon: In a large non-stick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon, but keep the grease.
- Cook potatoes: Add sliced potatoes to the skillet with bacon grease. Cook until tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Whisk eggs: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper.
- Combine and cook: Pour whisked eggs over potatoes in the skillet. Crumble bacon and sprinkle it evenly over the eggs. Cook until edges are set, about 5 minutes.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Place skillet in the oven and bake until the center is set, about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve: Let the frittata cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a crispy top, broil the frittata for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.
- Best substitution: Substitute the bacon with diced ham or cooked breakfast sausage for a similar flavor.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the frittata in the skillet, then refrigerate for up to 12 hours. Bake as directed when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If your frittata is browning too quickly, cover the skillet with a lid or reduce the oven temperature.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Cover with a damp paper towel to prevent drying out.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the potatoes and bacon up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 370
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 320mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the potatoes and bacon up to a day ahead. Store separately in the fridge. Assemble and bake as directed when ready to serve.
If your frittata is not cooking in the center, try covering the skillet with a lid or finishing it in the oven at 375°F for 10-15 minutes.
Yes, you can freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
You can substitute the bacon with diced ham or cooked breakfast sausage for a similar flavor.
For a lighter frittata, you can substitute half of the potatoes with spinach or bell peppers.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Bacon Potato Frittata: A Better Than Takeout Breakfast and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
