Canned Corned Beef Hash in the Air Fryer โ€“ Easy Breakfast!

Corned beef hash is a breakfast I used to enjoy while camping, served hot from a cast iron skillet over the fire. Nowadays, instead of lighting a fire pit to make it, I cook canned corned beef hash in the air fryer.ย 

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Why You Should Make This Recipe

Starting with canned corned beef hash saves time, though definitely feel free to make your own if you want to use up St. Patrickโ€™s Day leftovers.ย 

Whether canned or fresh, your air fryer does an incredible job of getting that golden crust on the corned beef, while heating the potatoes perfectly.ย 

cross section of corned beef hash in the air fryer on a plate

The best part is that it only takes about 15 minutes to achieve that, so it makes for a quick, easy, and hearty breakfast even on busy mornings.

You can even crack your eggs in there and make air fryer canned corned beef hash and eggs!

What Youโ€™ll Need

canned corned beef hash ingredients
  • 14-ounce can corned beef hash (such as Hormel Mary Kitchen Homestyle)
  • 2 large eggs (optional)

Special equipment note: Youโ€™ll need something to keep the hash from falling through the grates of your air fryer. This can be foil, parchment paper, a casserole dish, cake pan, or similar.ย 

I use a casserole dish because I think itโ€™s easier to stir in, and makes cleanup a breeze.

Ingredient Substitutions and Variations

  • Hash. Any brand of regular or low sodium corned beef hash is fine (such as Armour, Great Value, or others), and you can use a larger can if you prefer. You may need to cook in batches to accommodate the larger size, though
  • Eggs. The eggs are entirely optional, and only if you want to make corned beef hash and eggs

How to Cook Corned Beef Hash From a Can in the Air Fryer

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 370ยฐF (or 375ยฐF is fine, depending on what settings your air fryer has)
  2. Open your can of hash
open the can of corned beef hash
  1. Add the hash to some foil, parchment, or a baking dish that fits in your air fryer. Break it up as you go so itโ€™s in an even layer
add corned beef hash to oven safe baking dish
  1. Place the hash and whatever itโ€™s on into your preheated air fryer basket
place corned beef hash and dish in air fryer basket
  1. Cook on the air fry setting for 15 minutes at 370ยฐF, pausing every 5 minutes to stir the hash around. If desired, you may add additional time to achieve your ideal level of browning
  2. If you want to make hash and eggs in the air fryer, after the initial 15 minutes of cooking time have passed, remove hash from air fryer
corned beef hash being cooked in a dish safe for the air fryer
  1. Using a spoon, make a well or two in the hash
use a spoon to dig two wells in the corned beef hash
  1. Crack an egg into each well
add eggs to the open spots in the corned beef hash
  1. Return the basket to the air fryer and continue to cook at 370ยฐF for 5 minutes, or until eggs are set to desired level
  2. Serve and enjoy!
overhead view of air fryer corned beef hash with eggs on a square plate with toast and fresh fruit

What to Serve with Corned Beef Hash

  1. Eggs
  2. Toastย 
  3. Mashed potatoes or colcannon
  4. Applesauce
  5. Sauerkraut or coleslaw
  6. French toast or pancakes
  7. Eggs benedict
  8. Banana or other sweet breads
  9. Smoothies or juice
  10. Steamed vegetables

Try your corned beef hash with some Air Fryer Irish Soda Bread or this Air Fryer Eggs Benedict. Alternatively, go sweeter with Air Fryer Frozen French Toast Sticks or easy Air Fryer Frozen Pancakes.ย 

Recipe FAQs

Can You Air Fry Canned Corn Beef Hash?

Yes, you can air fry canned corn beef hash.

The air fryer delivers the same browning and crisping that cooking in a skillet or griddle will. You will, however, need to use a pan or line your air fryer with foil to prevent the hash from falling through.

How Long to Cook Corned Beef Hash in an Air Fryer?

On average, it takes about 15 minutes to cook corned beef hash in the air fryer.

However, depending on how browned and crispy you prefer it to be, additional time may be added as needed.

Is Canned Corned Beef Hash Already Cooked?

Yes, canned corned beef hash is already cooked.

Technically, it may be safely consumed directly from the can. However, for both texture and flavor, heating and browning it is highly recommended.

Do You Flip Corned Beef Hash in the Air Fryer?

You donโ€™t have to flip corned beef hash in the air fryer, but it is recommended for more even browning.

If you do not flip it, youโ€™ll get a browned crust on top, but the underside will be pink and soft. Turning a couple times throughout cooking promotes more even crisping throughout.

Recipe Pro Tips

  • It is normal for the hash to โ€œpopโ€ a bit in the air fryer, and it sometimes pops during stirring as well, so use caution
  • If you are adding eggs, 5 minutes should give you runny, barely set eggs. 10 minutes achieves a hard boiled consistency. Judge your cooking time accordingly based on preference
  • I used two small rectangular casserole dishes because I have a Ninja Dual Zone air fryer with two baskets. You can just as easily use one larger pan that fits in a single basket air fryer or air fryer oven
corned beef hash with eggs on a fork

Other Easy Air Fryer Breakfast Recipesย 

Final Thoughts

Canned corn beef hash in the air fryer is so simple to make that you can enjoy it any day of the week. Just let it cook while you go about your morning, and enjoy a hearty breakfast to start your day.

If you love corned beef, make sure to check out our crispy Air Fryer Reuben Egg Rolls and these easy Air Fryer Reuben Sandwiches.

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Canned Corn Beef Hash in Air Fryer Recipe (and Eggs)

Canned corn beef gets browned and crispy with little effort thanks to your air fryer. Add some eggs during cooking if desired for an easy, filling breakfast.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Can opener (if needed for hash can)
  • Parchment paper, non-stick foil, or a baking pan that fits inside your air fryer basket
  • Spoon

Ingredients
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  • 14 Ounce can corned beef hash (such as Hormel Mary Kitchen Homestyle)
  • 2 Large eggs (optional; only if making air fryer canned hash and eggs)

Instructions
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  • Preheat your air fryer to 370ยฐF (or 375ยฐF is fine, depending on what settings your air fryer has)
  • Open your can of hash using a can opener if needed
  • Add the hash to some foil, parchment, or a baking dish that fits in your air fryer. Break it up as you go using a cutlery spoon so itโ€™s in an even layer
  • Place the hash and whatever itโ€™s on into your preheated air fryer basket
  • Cook on the air fry setting for 15 minutes at 370ยฐF, pausing every 5 minutes to stir the hash around. If desired, you may add additional time to achieve your ideal level of browning
  • If you want to make hash and eggs in the air fryer, after the initial 15 minutes of cooking time have passed, remove hash from air fryer
  • Using a spoon, make a well or two in the hash
  • Crack an egg into each well
  • Return the basket to the air fryer and continue to cook at 370ยฐF for 5 minutes, or until eggs are set to desired level
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Any brand of regular or low sodium corned beef hash is fine (such as Hormel, Armour, Great Value, or others), and you can use a larger can if you prefer. You may need to cook in batches to accommodate the larger size, though
  • It is normal for the hash to โ€œpopโ€ in the air fryer, and it sometimes pops during stirring as well, so use caution
  • If you are adding eggs, 5 minutes should give you runny, barely set eggs. 10 minutes achieves a hard boiled consistency. Judge your cooking time accordingly based on preference
  • I used two small rectangular casserole dishes because I have a Ninja Dual Zone air fryer with two baskets. You can just as easily use one larger pan that fits in a single basket air fryer or air fryer oven
  • Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand of ingredients, optional addition of eggs, and total quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only

Nutrition

Serving: 236gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 17gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 970mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gIron: 1.8mg
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