Crispy Hash Brown Breakfast Bowl

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Golden, hearty, and ultra-satisfying

This crispy hash brown breakfast bowl is everything you love about a classic diner breakfast—turned into a cozy, crave-worthy bowl. Extra-crispy hash browns form the perfect base, topped with fluffy eggs and your favorite breakfast add-ins for a meal that’s filling, comforting, and incredibly easy. It’s ideal for busy mornings, weekend brunch, or meal prep when you want something hearty without extra effort. If you love breakfast bowls or crispy hash brown recipes, this one delivers big flavor with simple ingredients and minimal prep.

⏱️ Time Breakdown

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Servings: 2 bowls

📝 Ingredients List

  • 2 cups frozen shredded hash browns (thawed & patted dry)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter, divided
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp paprika
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions

Optional toppings

  • Avocado slices
  • Salsa or hot sauce
  • Sour cream
  • Cooked turkey sausage or chicken sausage

✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.

  • Large nonstick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Paper towels

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions

  1. Prep hash browns: Place thawed hash browns in a bowl. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss gently to combine.
  2. Crisp the potatoes: Heat 1½ tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add hash browns in an even layer. Press down lightly and cook 4–5 minutes without stirring until deeply golden. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes until crispy 🥔✨.
  3. Cook the eggs: Push hash browns to one side or remove briefly. Add remaining oil and cook eggs to your liking—fried or scrambled work great 🍳.
  4. Assemble bowls: Divide crispy hash browns between bowls. Top with eggs, cheese, and green onions.
  5. Finish & serve: Add your favorite toppings and serve hot while everything’s crispy and melty 😍.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Maximum crisp: Make sure hash browns are completely dry before cooking.
  • Extra flavor: Cook potatoes in butter for diner-style richness.
  • Meal prep: Store components separately for up to 3 days.
  • Cheese swap: Try pepper jack, mozzarella, or smoked gouda.

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