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Golden air fryer hash browns in a basket, crisped and ready, shown overhead on a white kitchen counter.

Frozen hash browns in air fryer

4 from 1 vote
Crispy frozen frozen hash browns in air fryer; perfectly golden on the outside, soft inside, and ready in minutes with minimal oil and cleanup.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Preheat Time 3 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4–6 Frozen hash brown patties Any brand uncooked
  • 1 teaspoon Olive oil spray Or brush-on oil (optional)
  • To taste Salt
  • To taste Black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder (Optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika (Optional)

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer Basket style preferred
  • 1 Oil sprayer/brush Optional but helps crisping
  • 1 Silicone spatula For flipping patties mid-cook
  • Measuring spoons For seasoning (optional)
  • 1 Timer If air fryer doesn’t have one

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C)
  2. Lightly spray basket or use parchment liner
  3. Place frozen patties in single layer, not overlapping
  4. Spray tops with oil and season with salt and spices
  5. Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through
  6. Add 1–2 minutes more for extra crisp if desired
  7. Remove carefully and serve hot with toppings

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.