Description
Grandma’s Hash Brown Casserole is a comforting and delicious baked dish featuring tender shredded hash browns mixed with creamy sour cream, savory cream of chicken soup, melted butter, sharp cheddar cheese, and onions. Topped with crunchy crushed cornflakes and baked to golden perfection, this casserole makes an ideal hearty side or main for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup melted butter, divided
- 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
- 1 (2 pound) bag frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all the ingredients together to have everything ready.
- Mix ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed hash brown potatoes, shredded Cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, half of the melted butter, chopped onion, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Prepare baking dish: Spread the combined mixture evenly into a 9×13-inch baking dish, smoothing out the top for even cooking.
- Add topping: Sprinkle the crushed cornflakes evenly over the top of the hash brown mixture. Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the cornflake topping to help it crisp up during baking.
- Bake casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly for a few minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Notes
- Make sure the hash browns are fully thawed to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup for a different flavor.
- For a crispier topping, you can add additional melted butter or mix crushed nuts with cornflakes.
- This casserole reheats well and is great for meal prepping.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for the best flavor and melty texture.
