This is the perfect side dish that the entire family will love.
It is so easy, cheesy, and unbelievably delicious!
This easy recipe is a pure comfort food dish with simple ingredients.
Hash Brown Casserole With Cream Of Chicken Soup And Sour Cream
There are versions of hash brown casseroles without sour cream but I definitely recommend making this recipe with it.
Sour cream adds just the right amount of tang and creaminess.
Other Names For Hash Brown Casserole Recipe
- Funeral potatoes
- Those potatoes
- Party potatoes
- Cracker Barrel hashbrown casserole
- Brown breakfast casserole
During this time of year I can’t get enough of these cheesy hash browns!
It’s such a simple dish but oh so good!
I love this potato casserole with eggs for breakfast. It is also great for holiday dinners, lunch, and even a lazy Sunday brunch.
Ingredients For This Easy Casserole Recipe
- Shredded frozen hash browns
- Sour cream
- Cream of chicken soup
- Onion – finely chopped
- Butter – melted
- Sharp cheddar cheese – shredded
- Gruyere cheese
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
Helpful Tools
- Large mixing bowl
- 9 inch x 13 inch casserole dish
- Spatula or large spoon
- Wire cooling rack
If you want to make a more hearty dish try adding one of these ingredients to the casserole
- Cooked ground beef
- Diced ham
- Rotisserie chicken
Serve this easy side dish with pork chops and Brilliant Sauteed Broccoli for a meal the whole family will love!
This Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole Recipe Has Just 3 Easy Steps
- Combine hash browns with all the ingredients except 1 cup of the cheese in a large mixing bowl and stir until completely mixed together.
2. Grease the 9″ x 13″ casserole dish with cooking spray and spread hash brown mixture in it.
3. Bake 45 minutes. Add extra cheese on top of the casserole and bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is completely melted on top.
Alternative Toppings For The Cheesy Casserole
- Corn flakes (1-1/2 cups gently crushed and mixed with 1/4 cup melted butter)
- Panko Bread Crumbs (1-1/2 cups mixed with 1/4 cup melted butter)
- Potato Chips (1-1/2 cups gently crushed)
Often Asked Questions
How Do I Freeze Hash Brown Casserole?
You can freeze any leftovers in an airtight container either as individual servings or enough for your next family dinner.
Can I Use Another Condensed Soup Instead Of Cream Of Chicken In A Hash Brown Casserole?
There are a variety of Condensed Soups that are delightful in a hash brown casserole. Here are a few of the most popular that are used:
- Cream of cheddar (which makes a delicious creamy cheese sauce)
- Cream of mushroom
- Cream of celery
Why Pat Dry Frozen Hash Browns Before Cooking?
You’ll want to remove as much moisture as possible. This will prevent the potatoes from becoming mushy and gummy.
Can I Use A Different Cheese Other Than Cheddar?
Yes you can use cheese other than cheddar in the hash brown casserole.
I like to do a mixture of different cheese but always have some cheddar cheese in the recipe. White sharp cheddar, colby, or gruyere cheese can be used.
Can I Make Hash Brown Casserole The Night Before?
You can assemble the hash brown casserole the night before. Cover it with aluminum foil and store it in the fridge over night.
Let the casserole get to room temperature prior to baking.
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Easy Hash Brown Casserole With Cream Of Chicken Soup And Sour Cream
The perfect side dish that the entire family will love. It is so cheesy and unbelievably delicious with just 3 easy steps.
Ingredients
- 32 ounces shredded frozen hash browns
- 16 ounces (1 pint) sour cream
- 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese (or 2 cup of cheddar and 1 cup of gruyere, colby, or white sharp cheddar)
- 1 – 10.5 ounce cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup (1 stick salted butter) melted
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of ground pepper
Instructions
- Thaw and pat dry the hash browns.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine hash browns with all the ingredients except 1 cup of the cheese in a large mixing bowl and stir until completely mixed together.
- Grease the 9″ x 13″ casserole dish with cooking spray and spread hash brown mixture in it.
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Add extra cheese on top of the casserole and bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is completely melted on top.
- Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes on a wire rack.
Notes
- Use paper towels and pat dry the hash browns before combining them with the other ingredients to remove as much moisture as possible. This will prevent the potatoes from becoming mushy and gummy.
- Freeze any leftovers in an airtight container either as individual servings or enough for your next family dinner.
- You can assemble the casserole the night before. Cover it with aluminum foil and store it in the fridge over night. Let the casserole get to room temperature prior to baking.
- Enjoy this delicious comforting side dish!
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