Cheesy Hash Browns
A quick, cheesy skillet recipe perfect for breakfast—or breakfast-for-dinner! Crispy hash browns are tossed with onion, peppers, garlic, ham, and topped with melted cheese for a comforting, family-friendly meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 tsp Canola oil
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 1 Bell pepper, chopped
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound Frozen hash browns, thawed
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 4 ounces Ham, diced
- 5 slices Cheese (American, cheddar, or your favorite)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in bell pepper and garlic; cook 3–5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add hash browns, salt, pepper, and ham. Cook 18–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are golden brown.
- Top with cheese slices and let melt. Stir into hash brown mixture before serving.
Notes
- Gluten-Free: This recipe is naturally gluten-free—just double-check your ham and cheese labels.
- Make-Ahead: Chop veggies earlier in the day to save time at dinner.
- Variations: Add cooked bacon, sausage, or swap in shredded cheese instead of slices.