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Golden-brown Cajun-seasoned potatoes cooking in a black skillet over a camp stove flame.
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Skillet Cajun Camp Potatoes

Crispy potatoes sautéed with Cajun spices, sweet bell peppers, and onions—spicy, golden, and perfect for fueling up after a day outdoors.
Servings 4 servings
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Spatula
  • Knife

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds red potatoes cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium campfire heat.
  • Add potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes until starting to brown.
  • Add diced onion and bell pepper. Continue cooking 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are crisp-tender and vegetables are soft.
  • Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and salt. Toss well to coat and cook 2 minutes more.
  • Serve hot from the skillet.

Notes

Pre-cut potatoes at home for faster camp assembly. Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste—some blends are spicy!
Calories: 8kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: campfire, cast iron, easy cleanup, one-pot, potatoes

Nutrition

Calories: 8kcal | Carbohydrates: 31.7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 1.1g | Sodium: 209mg | Fiber: 0.9g | Sugar: 1.7g