Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole
Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole recipe that turns simple ingredients into a warm comforting meal perfect for busy weeknight dinners
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 30 ounces frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded and packed tightly
- 1 cup sour cream (full-fat recommended)
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion (small dice)
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or paprika
Instructions
- Thaw hash browns completely and drain excess water.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix melted butter, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, salt, pepper, and optional spices in a large bowl.
- Add hash browns and diced onions, stir to coat evenly.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
- Transfer mixture to a greased 9×13 baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes to brown the cheese.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.