Description
A comforting and hearty dish, hashbrown casserole combines shredded potatoes with creamy, cheesy, and savory ingredients, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Here’s a classic version that’s easy to customize.
Ingredients
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- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes (optional topping)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the thawed hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- If using cornflake topping, mix crushed cornflakes with 2 tbsp melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbly.
- Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian version.
- Add diced ham, bacon, or cooked sausage for extra protein.
- Use fresh shredded potatoes if preferred, but squeeze out excess moisture first.
- This dish freezes well; thaw before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg