Start by heating your large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon pieces to the pan and cook until golden and crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain it on paper towels, but leave some bacon fat in the skillet for extra flavor.

Toss the chopped onion into the skillet and sauté until it softens and starts to caramelize. Add the potato cubes, coating them evenly with the bacon fat. Pour in the water, cover, and cook until the potatoes are tender. Don’t forget to stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Once the potatoes are perfectly soft, mix in the minced garlic, sliced green onions, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. These bold flavors take the dish to a whole new level while making your kitchen smell amazing.

Use a wooden spoon to make four small wells in the potato mixture. Crack an egg into each well, giving a gentle sprinkle of salt and pepper. This keeps the eggs deliciously seasoned.

Scatter the shredded Cheddar cheese and crispy bacon bits over the entire skillet. Cover everything and cook for about 5 minutes, until the eggs reach your preferred doneness and the cheese melts like a dream.

Once everything is cooked to perfection, serve the skillet straight from the pan to keep things simple. Pair it with some crusty bread, fresh fruit, or even a dollop of sour cream for extra flair, or add a twist by trying an English muffin breakfast pizza for brunch inspiration.