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Crispy Cheesy Skillet Hash Browns

Golden, crispy hash browns loaded with melted cheddar cheese and butter. A simple weeknight breakfast that's ready in 15 minutes and tastes like a diner favorite.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
380
Protein
8g
Crispy Cheesy Skillet Hash Browns
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Ingredients

  • 3 cups frozen hash browns
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. 1

    Melt butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until foaming.

  2. 2

    Add frozen hash browns and cook without stirring for 4 minutes until bottom edges turn golden.

  3. 3

    Stir the hash browns, breaking up clumps, then spread in an even layer.

  4. 4

    Cook 4 more minutes until all sides are crispy and brown.

  5. 5

    Scatter cheddar over the top and cook 1 minute until cheese melts and gets slightly browned.

  6. 6

    Serve hot directly from the skillet.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch skillet or cast iron pan
  • spatula

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