Description
This Cheesy Potatoes recipe combines crispy hashbrowns with creamy sour cream, butter, green onions, and a rich cream of chicken soup base, all topped with melted cheddar cheese and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a comforting side dish for family dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 30 oz bag frozen hashbrowns
- 8 oz sour cream
- ½ cup butter (1 stick), melted or softened
- 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
- 1 10 oz can cream of chicken soup
- Grated cheddar cheese (about 1 to 2 cups, adjust to preference)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine the frozen hashbrowns, sour cream, melted butter, chopped green onions, and cream of chicken soup. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Preheat the oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the casserole: Spread the potato mixture evenly into the greased baking dish. Smooth the top for even cooking.
- Add cheese topping: Generously sprinkle grated cheddar cheese over the top of the potato mixture. The amount of cheese can be adjusted based on your preference for cheesiness.
- Bake the casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 90 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden, and the casserole is heated through.
- Serve and enjoy: Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Perfect for gatherings, serve warm and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom for a different flavor or make a homemade white sauce.
- For a crispier top, you can broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Adding cooked bacon bits or diced ham can enhance the flavor and make it heartier.
- This dish can be prepared in advance and refrigerated before baking; increase baking time if baking from cold.
- Using fresh potatoes instead of frozen hashbrowns may require additional cooking adjustments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-90 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
