This Brisket Hash is a one-pan, hearty meal that turns leftover BBQ brisket into a satisfying breakfast or dinner in about 30–45 minutes. Loaded with tender brisket, tender diced potatoes, bell peppers, onion, jalapeño, and topped with sharp cheddar and optional fried eggs, it’s smoky, cheesy, and customizable. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, it’s freezer‑friendly and flexible: swap in ground meat, use different veggies, or adjust spice levels. A delicious way to use up leftovers with big flavor and minimal fuss.
2 cups leftover cooked brisket, diced small
1.5 lb baby gold potatoes (or russets), halved or quartered
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced (leave seeds for more heat)
1 Tbsp butter
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp red pepper flakes
1 tsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning (or substitute preferred seasoning)
½ cup barbecue sauce
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: fried eggs, sliced avocado, sliced jalapeños, green onion, BBQ sauce drizzle
Heat butter and olive oil in a large cast‑iron skillet or heavy pan over medium heat.
Add the diced potatoes, onions, and bell peppers. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and vegetables begin to soften (~15 min).
Stir in garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, red pepper flakes, and seasoning. Combine well.
Add the diced brisket and barbecue sauce to the skillet. Stir to incorporate and cook until everything is heated through (~5 min).
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hash. Remove skillet from heat and allow cheese to melt from residual heat.
Serve hot, topped with optional fried eggs, avocado, sliced jalapeños, green onions, or extra BBQ sauce as desired.
(Estimated per serving — recipe yields ~6 servings)
Calories: ~593 kcal
Protein: ~42 g
Carbohydrates: ~33 g (Fiber ~9 g; Sugar ~12 g)
Total Fat: ~33 g (Saturated Fat ~9 g)
Cholesterol: ~199 mg
Sodium: ~432 mg