Air Fryer Hash Browns

Learn how to perfectly cook three types of frozen hash browns in the air fryer – shredded, diced and hash brown patties.

Hashbrowns are a terrific side for breakfast. But they’re so much more versatile than just a breakfast dish. Cubed hash brown potatoes provide the foundation for a hash, which can be mixed with any number of leftovers and called dinner. And hashbrown patties can be a stand in for bread to make a gluten-free version of avocado toast. Potatoes provide a starting point for so many economical and simple meals.

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Why this recipe works

Frozen hashbrowns are just so convenient. The prep is done for you, making your path to a side dish or main meal even easier. Have you ever cooked shredded hashbrowns in a non-stick skillet? I’ve tried before and made a mushy, sticky mess. It takes a lot of oil and a lot of time to pan fry frozen hashbrowns. Your air fryer is perfect for cooking frozen hash brown potatoes!

Are air fryer hashbrowns healthy?

Potatoes provide a good source of protein, vitamin C, iron, zinc, fiber, potassium, calcium and other vitamins and minerals. The carbohydrates in the hash browns can provide your body with plenty of energy that can easily be burned off and can help get you through the day.

The air fryer cooks frozen hashbrowns to perfection, tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, with little to no extra added oil. Stick with a recommended serving size and yes, air fryer hashbrowns are healthy.

Ingredients for air fryer hashbrowns

• Frozen Hashbrowns – your air fryer can cook all three types of frozen hash brown potatoes – shredded, cubed and patties
• Vegetable Oil – this is optional for the cubed and shredded potatoes and not necessary at all for cooking the potato patties. I find a little oil mixed with the shredded or cubed potatoes helps to add flavor. Avocado oil or canola oil are my two favorite choices. I never recommend a commercial spray oil like Pam. The propellents can damage the non-stick coating of your air fryer basket over time. Instead, put oil in a mister like this one.
• Salt and Pepper – season to taste after cooking the potatoes in the air fryer. Or feel free to add some additional seasoning to the potatoes before cooking, like garlic or onion powder, dried parsley or paprika.

Instructions for air fryer hashbrowns

 

Shredded hash brown potatoes

Toss about half a package of frozen shredded potatoes with about a tablespoon of oil. Add the potatoes to the basket of your air fryer. Cook at 350 degrees F for 14 – 16 minutes. Stir the hashbrowns halfway through cooking time to ensure even browning of the potatoes.

If you want to cook the whole package, just repeat this process for both batches of potatoes.

Diced hash brown potatoes

Place half the package of frozen diced potatoes in a bowl and stir together with about a tablespoon of oil. Add the potatoes to the basket of your air fryer. Cook at 375 degrees F for 16-18 minutes. Stir the potatoes halfway through cooking time to ensure even cooking.

These potatoes won’t get as brown in color as the shredded potatoes. You want to make sure they are nice and tender on the inside. Trust me, they taste really good!

Hash brown patties

Place three or four hashbrown patties in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook them at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes. Flip them over and continue to cook them for an additional 2 – 4 minutes, or until they are nice and crispy.

Serving suggestions

I like my shredded hashbrowns simple with a side of ketchup. I topped the cubed hash brown potatoes with cooked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream and chives – similar to a loaded baked potato.

For the potato patties, I’ve pictured them topped with mashed avocado, fresh herbs and a sprinkle of Tajin. They are also delicious topped with a fried egg.

And here’s some delicious hash recipes for your potatoes:

• Short Rib Hash
• Corned Beef Hash
• Breakfast Taco Hash

Storage directions

If you have any leftovers, place them in an air tight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat your potatoes in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 5 – 7 minutes.

Kitchen tools

• I use my Philips XXL Air Fryer to test all of my air fryer recipes
• Metal tongs for stirring or flipping the hashbrowns in the air fryer
• Oil mister for lightly spraying the frozen potatoes with oil

More air fryer recipes

• Breakfast Sausage in Air Fryer
• Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls
• Air Fried Breakfast Sandwich
• Frozen Biscuits in Air Fryer
• Air Fryer Quiche

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