Air Fryer Frozen Hash Browns (Cubbed, Patties and Shredded)
Learn how to cook Air Fryer Frozen Hash Browns to perfection that are perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy inside every time for the perfect family loved breakfast dish. This complete guide shows you how to cook both the cubbed and patties version, with minimal prep and effort.
Suitable for gluten free and vegan diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.
Air Frying Frozen Foods is such a game changer and lifesaver for busy days and lives. And making frozen hash browns in air fryer is so quick and easy that you’ll never want to cook them any other way.
Yeap, it doesn’t get much better than a big, hearty breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage and gravy, and a generous serving of air fryer frozen hash browns. I looooove serving these with Air Fryer Italian Sausage.
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What Makes This Recipe So Good
- A well loved family classic – This classic breakfast side dish is super versatile, affordable, and a true family favorite. Equally perfect for a quick weekday breakfast on the go, a leisurely Sunday brunch or dinner too.
- So quick and easy – Cook this classic breakfast side dish without heating any oil and making a big mess and minimal prep time. I love serving this with Frozen Corn On The Cob Air Fryer and crispy Air Fryer Bacon well. Great for busy school mornings.
- Crispy without deep frying – This breakfast dish turns out perfectly fluffy and crispy without needing to deep fry in lots of oil. So a much healthier version which is great and these air fryer hash browns really do turn out perfectly every time
- Skip the takeout – Save time and money by skipping the takeout and the drive thru queues and make these at home yourself. Your wallet will thank you.
- Convenient – These are a freezer staple. So it is easy to grab a bag, air fry whenever you want.
- Scale up for a crowd – This is such a crowd pleasing breakfast dish, side dish or brunch treat. Plus it is an affordable way to bulk up food at your breakfast table. You can easily double or even triple the recipe, although you may have to cook them in a few batches.
- Flavorful – Italian seasoning (and salt) adds an incredible and unexpected burst of flavor. So, so, so, so good. They go great alongside these awesome Air Fryer Frozen Burgers!
- Kids can cook it themselves – My kiddos really like the fact that they can make air fried frozen foods on their own, and some of their go-to items are these hash browns, cooking a frozen burrito in air fryer and super easy air fryer frozen shrimp.
You only need a few ingredients to make this easy treat.
Ingredient Notes
- Frozen Hash Browns – Find these diced potatoes, the patties or shredded hash browns in the freezer section of your grocery store. Simply adjust the cooking time accordingly to end up with a perfectly crispy potato treat.
- Italian Seasoning – I love adding in some Italian seasoning to uplift the flavor. But you can use whichever seasoning you have to hand and like. Cajun is another favorite.
- Olive Oil Spray – Use a spray oil to help them get golden and crispy. You can swap for calorie-controlled cooking spray instead. Feel free to use other oils to your taste.
- Salt – Just add in a little salt to bring out the flavor.
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How To Cook Frozen Hash Browns Air Fryer
Get complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
Step 1. Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C. Mix hash browns with the Italian seasoning, sprinkle salt on top, then lightly spritz with olive oil.
Step 2. Place frozen hash browns in a single layer inside the preheated air fryer basket.
Step 3. Air fry for 12-15 minutes. Shake the basket a couple of times during the cooking time.
Step 4. Once they are nicely golden brown and crispy, allow to cool slightly before serving.
How To Air Fry Hash Brown Patties
Prefer to cook frozen hash brown patties instead? You totally can! Here is how:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
- Spray oil lightly in the air fryer basket. Place the frozen hash brown patties in, making sure to leave space between each one. It’s up to you, but you can spray some oil on them to make them even crispier.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping the patties halfway through.
- If you want them a little crispier, then you can add another 2-4 minutes to your cook time.
Cook Shredded Hash Brown
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
- Spray oil lightly in the air fryer basket. Place the frozen shredded hash browns in a thin layer, making sure to not over crowd the basket. It’s up to you, but you can spray some oil on them to make them even crispier. Sprinkle on some seasoning if desired.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes. Shake the basket a couple of times during the cooking time.
- If you want them a little crispier, then you can add another 2-4 of minutes to your cook time.
Bintu’s Tips
- The veggies cook from frozen in this recipe. Please do not thaw them first.
- If you want crispy hash browns, then break up the frozen potatoes before air frying, as larger clumps may not crisp up. Like with frozen peas, you can whack the packet against the counter to break them up.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. The air needs to circulate to cook the food evenly and crisp it up. Work in multiple batches to cook crispy hash browns. Cook the first batch, then remove and add subsequent batches.
- If you want them extra crispy you might need to cook them for a few more minutes. You can also try adding a little more oil if you prefer, just be careful not to add too much.
- Be careful when you flip the patties so that they do not break during the cooking process. Use a spatula to turn them as well as to avoid scratching the basket.
- Larger pieces of hash browns may need to cook for an additional minute or two.
- Season to taste with a good quality salt and fresh ground pepper.
- Air fryer temperatures will vary depending on the make and model, so use the cooking time listed as a guide only and adjust as needed. Do check more closely the first time you use your air fryer to make these, as that will give you a good idea for how long you will need to cook each batch.
- This recipe timing are based on first preheating the air fryer,
- Check out some of my favorite things to use to make this recipe.
- Check out my helpful tips for how to clean an air fryer after cooking to avoid the transfer of food smells.
Delicious Variations
- Swap the seasoning – Swap out the Italian seasoning for your favorite seasoning blend or other spices.
- Top with cheese – Sprinkle with shredded cheese and return to the air fryer for 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Yum!
- Add bacon – sprinkle on some cooked crispy bacon during the last minute of cooking.
Prep And Storage
- Prep Ahead – No need to prep ahead. Go from freezer to air fryer to table in under 15 minutes.
- Store – Store leftover hash browns in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in a 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C oven. Or reheat at 350 degrees F / 180 degrees in an air fryer fro about 5-7 minutes.
- Freeze – Refreezing cooked frozen hash browns is not recommended.
FAQs
You will need to air fry the hash browns for about 12-15 minutes for the diced hash brown potatoes. Cook frozen hash brown patties in air fryer for 8-10 minutes. Since air fryer temperatures can vary, check for doneness and then adjust the time accordingly.
You sure can use pre seasoned hash browns. Just be sure to taste for seasoning so you don’t over or under salt them.
Yes, you can cook frozen potatoes in air fryer at 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C for 12-18 minutes, Making them in air fryer is so easy, you will never go back to pan-frying them again.
Homemade hash browns are typically gluten free, as long as the seasonings are also gluten free. However, many store-bought browns might include flour to help bind them and make them crispy, so they are not gluten-free. It’s important to check the ingredients to be sure.
So far there are
Hash brown patties – triangle, square and rectangular shaped.
Shredded hash browns – where the taties are shredded.
Cubbed hash browns – these are the southern style cubbed version.
Cauliflower hash browns – these are made with cauliflower are my favorite.
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Serving Suggestions
- Crispy air fryer bacon or air fryer sausages are a classic hash browns companion!
- I love serving it alongside air fryer monkey bread and air fryer cinnamon rolls.
- They’re a great side for air fryer breakfast frittata and air fryer hard boiled eggs.
- Pair with some air fryer frozen fish fillets or juicy air fryer burgers for a quick and filling lunch.
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Weight Watchers Points
There are 5 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
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Frozen Hash Browns In Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) frozen hash browns
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- spritz olive oil or calorie-controlled cooking spray
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
- Combine hash browns with Italian seasoning and salt, then spritz with olive oil.
- Place the hash browns in a single layer inside the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket a couple of times through the cooking time.
To Make Frozen Hash Brown Patties
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
- Place patties in the air fryer in a single layer inside the preheated air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-12 minutes, carefully flipping half way through the cooking time using a utensil.
- If you want them extra crispy you might need to add more oil and cook them for a few more minutes.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
Cook The Shredded Version
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C.
- Spray oil lightly in the air fryer basket. Place the frozen shredded hash browns in a thin layer, making sure to not over crowd the basket. It’s up to you, but you can spray some oil on them to make them even crispier. Sprinkle on some seasoning if desired.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes. Shake the basket a couple of times during the cooking time.
- If you want them a little crispier, then you can add another 2-4 of minutes to your cook time.
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Notes
- Break up the hash browns before air frying, as larger pieces may not crisp up as well. Like with frozen peas, you can whack the packet against the counter to break them up.
- Work in batches if needed so you don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Larger hash browns may need to cook for an additional minute or two.
- Season with salt to suit your taste.
- Storage – keep leftover hash browns in an airtight container inside the fridge up to 5 days.
- There are 5 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.
these are so good for a fast breakfast
Could you cook frozen potato patties using this recipe?