Sheet-Pan Ham and Egg Hash with Crispy Hash Browns
A hearty one-pan breakfast featuring crispy golden hash browns loaded with diced ham, melted cheddar cheese, and perfectly baked eggs. The hash browns develop a beautiful crust while staying tender inside, making this ideal for feeding a crowd or weekend brunch entertaining. Fresh thyme and garlic the flavors beyond typical diner hash, while the sheet-pan method ensures everything cooks evenly and cleanup stays minimal.
Ingredients
- 2 bags refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes, 20 oz each
- 8 green onions, sliced, white and green parts separated
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups ham steak, diced, about 10 ozcooked bacon1:1gluten-free
crumbled bacon works well
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 8 oz
- 6 eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh Italian parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven and spray pan with cooking spray
- 2
Mix potatoes with white parts of green onions, oil, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper in large bowl
- 3
Spread potato mixture evenly in prepared pan
- 4
Bake until starting to crisp
- 5
Stir potatoes and top with diced ham
- 6
Continue baking until potatoes begin to brown
- 7
Remove from oven and sprinkle with cheese
- 8
Create wells in potato mixture for eggs
- 9
Crack one egg into each well
- 10
Bake until egg yolks are set and whites are firm
- 11
Sprinkle with green parts of onions and parsley
Tips
Create distinct wells for eggs by using the back of a spoon to make deep indentations in the potato mixture.
Let the hash rest 5 minutes after baking to allow eggs to finish setting from residual heat.
Use day-old refrigerated hash browns for crispier results as they have less moisture.
Good to Know
refrigerate up to 3 days covered
assemble hash base without eggs up to 1 day ahead
serve immediately while eggs are warm and cheese melted
Common Mistakes
don't skip stirring potatoes halfway through to avoid uneven browning
make wells deep enough to avoid eggs spreading across surface
Substitutions
Gluten-Free Swaps
crumbled bacon works well
General Alternatives
add 10 minutes cooking time
FAQ
Can I use frozen hash browns instead?
Yes, but thaw and drain thoroughly first. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture for crispier results.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat portions in 350°F oven until warmed through.
Can I make this without eggs?
Absolutely. Skip the egg step and bake the potato-ham mixture until cheese melts, about 5 additional minutes.