Description
Loaded Hashbrowns are crispy golden potatoes topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, sautéed onions, and fresh green onions, finished with a dollop of sour cream. This hearty comfort dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy dinner, delivering a satisfying combination of savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Hash Browns Mixture
- 1 (30 oz) package frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
- Heat Oil and Butter: In a large cast-iron skillet or griddle, heat the vegetable oil and unsalted butter over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering.
- Sauté Onions: Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until they soften and become translucent, enhancing their sweetness.
- Combine Hash Browns and Seasonings: Stir in the thawed hash browns along with garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Cook Bottom Layer: Press the hash browns into an even layer in the skillet. Let them cook undisturbed for 6 to 8 minutes, allowing the bottom to turn golden brown and crispy.
- Flip and Cook Other Side: Carefully flip sections of the hash browns and cook for another 6 to 8 minutes until the opposite side also develops a crispy, golden crust.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the hot hash browns to create a cheesy layer.
- Melt Cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 2 to 3 minutes, creating a gooey topping.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and optional chopped fresh chives over the melted cheese layer.
- Serve: Serve immediately while hot, topped with a generous dollop of sour cream for a creamy finish.
Notes
- Thawed hash browns crisp better than cooking from frozen.
- For a spicy twist, add diced jalapeños with the onions.
- Elevate the dish by topping with a fried egg or shredded barbecue chicken to make it a complete meal.
- Leftover hash browns can be reheated in an air fryer or skillet to restore their crispiness effectively.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
