Description
A deliciously simple and comforting Hashbrown Casserole that is crispy on the outside, cheesy and creamy on the inside. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this easy-to-make dish combines frozen hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup to deliver a warm, family-friendly meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen hashbrowns, thawed and drained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Start by setting your oven to 350°F (175°C). A properly heated oven ensures that the casserole cooks evenly and achieves that perfect golden top.
- Mix the base ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the thawed frozen hashbrowns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly to make sure everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer to a baking dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and pour the hashbrown mixture in. Spread it out evenly to promote consistent cooking and browning.
- Add extra cheese topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese on top for a melty, golden crust that will be the star of the casserole.
- Bake until bubbly and golden: Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes. Once the edges are crispy and the center is bubbling hot, it’s ready to come out.
- Let it rest and serve: Allow the casserole to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. This helps it set, making it easier to cut and enhancing the flavors.
Notes
- Use thawed and well-drained hashbrowns to prevent a soggy casserole.
- Don’t skip the butter as it adds rich flavor and helps develop a crispy crust.
- Combining sharp and mild cheddar cheese adds depth to the flavor.
- Rest the casserole after baking to help it hold together better when serving.
- Cover loosely with foil for the first half of baking to avoid over-browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg