A comfort food favorite, this creamy, cheesy Hash Brown Casserole is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a cozy side dish for dinner. With its golden crust and rich interior, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
🍴 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional topping: 1 cup crushed cornflakes or buttery cracker crumbs mixed with 2 tbsp melted butter
🔥 Instructions
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or a bit of butter.
Mix the Base:
In a large bowl, combine the hash browns, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, sour cream, melted butter, onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer to Baking Dish:
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Add Optional Topping:
If using a topping, sprinkle the crushed cornflakes or crackers over the casserole and drizzle with melted butter.
Bake Until Golden:
Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Cool Slightly and Serve:
Let it sit for 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy as a side dish or the main event!
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Hash Brown Casserole
- 🧀 Cheese Grater – Freshly grated cheddar melts smoother and packs more flavor.
- 🥄 Mixing Bowls – Great for combining all your creamy, cheesy ingredients with ease.
- 🍲 9×13-Inch Baking Dish – The go-to dish for crowd-pleasing casseroles.
- 🥔 Frozen Hash Browns – The essential base ingredient—keep a bag or two in the freezer!
💡 Helpful Tip: Want to make it ahead? Assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh the next morning for a no-fuss, flavorful start to your day!
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