Air Fryer Frozen Hash Browns
Here’s how to make Air Fryer Frozen Hash Browns for a crispy and perfectly cooked breakfast side dish. Buy a bag of frozen hash browns and cook them in your air fryer until they are golden brown and crisp.
Everyone loves a simple breakfast recipe, but don’t throw this recipe into the breakfast-only category. If you love hash browns as much as I do, then lunch and dinner are fair game too!
Sometimes you crave the delicious crispy bite of a hash brown without all the mess of making them from scratch. This is where frozen hash browns and the air fryer meet up and really shine.
Why You Need This Recipe
- Potatoes are the perfect way to bulk up a meal. You can eat them alone for breakfast or serve them alongside eggs, burgers, or chicken tenders for a quick weeknight meal.
- White potatoes sometimes get a bad rap. But, they can be part of a healthy diet as they are rich in potassium, vitamin C, and are budget-friendly.
- Air fryer frozen hash browns are a cinch to make. The hardest part is waiting for them to cook!
- You get the perfect combination of crispy edges and tender potatoes. The air fryer does an excellent job crisping up the potatoes while keeping the insides tender.
Key Ingredients
Frozen shredded hash browns – Purchase your favorite brand or whichever one is on sale. If you are gluten-free make sure to check that it’s marked gluten-free. You can also find organic frozen shredded hash browns as well.
Nonstick cooking spray is essential to get that crispy exterior on the shredded potatoes. Don’t skip this step as it’s only a small amount.
Recipe Steps
Step One
Use your hands to break apart the hash browns inside the package.
Please see the recipe card at the end of this post for the exact ingredients and measurements.
Step Two
Pour the hash bags into the air fryer and spread them out evenly with a spatula.
Step Three
Spray the layer of hash browns with nonstick cooking spray and then close the air fryer drawer.
Step Four
Cook at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes and then flip the hash browns over. Spray the top again and cook until the potatoes are brown and crispy.
Step Five
Serve hot and enjoy!
Recipe Tips & Substitutions
- If you are using frozen hash brown patties, set the temperature of your air fryer to 400°F with a cook time of 15 minutes, flipping the patties once during the cooking process.
- For gluten-free diets, be sure to use a brand of package fries that is labeled gluten-free.
- Store any leftover cooked hash browns in an air tight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 4-5 minutes before serving.
- Serve these yummy hash browns with Air Fryer Soft Boiled Eggs for a full meal!
FAQs
Shredded frozen hash browns take approximately 15 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip the potatoes halfway through and be sure to spray them with a nonstick cooking spray to allow the edges to crisp up nicely. If you want them to be crispier add 2 to 3 more minutes until you reach desired crispiness.
Other Air Fryer Recipes You Might Like
- Frozen Waffle Fries in Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Corn Dogs
- Air Fryer Frozen Hamburgers
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Tenders
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings
- Air Fryer Frozen Vegetables
- Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
Or, check out my entire index of gluten-free air fryer recipes!
Air Fryer Frozen Hash Browns
Here’s how to make Air Fryer Frozen Hash Browns for a crispy and perfectly cooked breakfast side dish. Buy a bag of frozen hash browns and cook them in your air fryer until they are golden brown and crisp.
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 5 1x
Ingredients
- 1 20–ounce bag frozen shredded hash browns
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Use your hands to break apart the frozen shredded hash browns inside the package.
- Then, open the bag of and pour the hash browns into your air fryer basket.
- Use a spatula to spread them into an even layer.
- Give the top of the hash browns a light spray with nonstick cooking spray and close the air fryer drawer.
- Set the temperature to 375°F for 10 minutes.
- Open the air fryer basket drawer and use a spatula to gently flip the hash browns over. Spray the tops again lightly with the cooking spray and cook them for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until they have turned golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- If you are using frozen hash brown patties, set the temperature of your air fryer to 400°F with a cook time of 15 minutes, flipping the patties once during the cooking process.
- For gluten-free diets, be sure to use a brand of package fries that is labeled gluten-free.
- Store any leftover cooked hash browns in an air tight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 4-5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Air fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Keywords: air fryer frozen shredded hash browns, air fryer hash browns
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