Easy Skillet Potatoes
Creamy, cheesy skillet potatoes with tender onions make a comforting side dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. The combination of golden fried potatoes, sweet onions, and melted Cheddar creates a flavorful, satisfying experience that pairs well with breakfast, brunch, or dinner options.
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the onion slices in melted butter until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the cooked onions to a plate and keep warm for later use.
- Add the frozen cottage fried potatoes and salt to the remaining butter in the skillet; cover and cook over medium heat until the potatoes are golden brown.
- Return the cooked onions to the skillet and sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Cover and cook until the cheese melts.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).