Ingredients
- 16-ounce bag southern style hash browns (cubed frozen potatoes)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¾ cup water
- 1-ounce packet taco seasoning (can use low or no sodium)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (divided use)
- ½ cup queso dip, warmed up (can use more if you prefer)
- Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnishing)
Instructions
- In a 6-quart air fryer, add the 16-ounce bag of southern style hash browns. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon paprika. Cook at 400°F for about 10 minutes.
- Toss the potatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until golden brown and fork-tender. Note: Air fryer times may vary, so check the hash browns regularly for doneness.
- While the potatoes cook, brown and crumble 1 pound ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and the juices run clear. Drain any excess grease and return the beef to the skillet.
- Add ¾ cup water and 1-ounce packet taco seasoning to the beef. Stir and simmer over medium heat for a few minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Transfer the cooked hash browns to the skillet with the taco-seasoned beef. Mix until the potatoes are fully coated with the taco meat.
- Add ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, mixing until combined. Top with the remaining ½ cup of cheese. Cover with a lid and cook for 3 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with ½ cup warmed queso dip. Garnish with chopped cilantro (optional).
- Serve as-is or use as a filling for tacos. Enjoy!
Notes
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can also cook the hash browns in a skillet until crispy.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- This dish can be used as a taco filling, served in a bowl, or enjoyed with tortillas on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 563 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
