This hashbrown casserole is a mixture of creamy potatoes with plenty of melted cheese, all baked to golden brown perfection. A simple yet totally satisfying side dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
I love a good potato side dish, some of my favorites include baked potato wedges, grilled potato foil packets and this super easy hash brown casserole.
Hashbrowns are a breakfast staple, but when you combine them with butter, sour cream, seasonings and cheese, they get even better! This hashbrown casserole is a family favorite and it takes just minutes to put together. You can even prep it ahead of time, which makes this dish a great addition to any gathering.
This casserole is one of my favorite side dish recipes and a favorite breakfast recipe. If you make it for breakfast, serve this dish with some other amazing breakfast recipes like crispy strawberry waffles, hearty baked oatmeal or a fresh and easy acai bowl.
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Hashbrown Casserole Ingredients
To make hashbrown casserole make sure you have thawed hash browns, butter, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cheddar cheese and parsley.
How Do You Make Hashbrown Casserole?
To make hashbrown casserole start by placing in a large bowl melted butter, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion power and cheddar cheese in a bowl. Mix everything together. Next, spread the mixture in a casserole dish or baking dish. A generous helping of cheese goes over the top. Next, the casserole goes into the oven to bake. When the casserole is done, take it out of the oven. Sprinkle parsley on top and enjoy!
Tips For The Perfect Dish
- I use a bag of frozen hashbrowns which I thaw. You can also use freshly shredded potatoes, or refrigerated uncooked hashbrowns.
- This casserole is comfort food that feeds a crowd, but it can easily be halved and baked in an 8 or 9 inch square pan.
- To make this dish in advance, simply prepare the recipe, then store the casserole in the refrigerator covered with foil until you’re ready to bake it. You can assemble your casserole up to 6 hours before to plan to bake it.
- I top my hashbrown casserole with a sprinkling of parsley for added color and flavor. Other herbs will work work such as chives or dill.
Quick Tip
Be sure to mince your onion finely for this dish, as you only want small pieces in each bite.
Recipe FAQs
The best way to reheat your casserole is to cover the pan with foil and place it in a 325 degrees F oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until leftovers are heated through and cheese is melted.
You should thaw frozen hashbrowns before making a casserole. You can throw the hashbrowns in a refrigerator the day before you want to use them. In a pinch use the defrost setting on your microwave in 30 second intervals until they thaw.
This casserole stays good in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Hashbrown Casserole Flavor Variations
I love to serve this casserole as-is, but sometimes I add other ingredients to turn my hashbrowns into a main course.
- Meat: Add 1 1/2 cups cooked sausage, ground beef, cubed ham or diced chicken.
- Vegetables: Add 1 1/2 cups cooked vegetables such as bell peppers, mushrooms or broccoli.
- Toppings: You can add additional toppings to your casserole, one popular option is to use crushed cornflakes mixed with butter. You could also use crushed buttery crackers like Ritz crackers as a topping or even cooked crumbled bacon.
- Cheese: While I love this recipe with cheddar cheese, you can also make it with Colby, Monterey Jack or a blend of cheeses.
This hashbrown casserole is really perfect for any occasion. It makes for a great side dish at dinner time or a welcome addition to any brunch menu. There are so many different ways to customize your casserole that you’ll never be bored. I find that this recipe is a huge hit with friends and family time and time again!
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Hashbrown Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 lb bag frozen hashbrowns thawed
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 10 1/2 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1/3 cup onion finely diced
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided use
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9″x13″ baking pan with cooking spray.
- Place the hashbrowns, butter, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and 1 cup of cheddar cheese in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Spoon the hashbrown mixture into the prepared pan. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes or until top is golden brown. Sprinkle with parsley, then serve.
Notes
- I use a bag of frozen hashbrowns which I thaw. You can also use freshly shredded potatoes, or refrigerated uncooked hashbrowns.
- Be sure to mince your onion finely for this dish, as you only want small pieces in each bite.
- This casserole feeds a crowd, but can easily be halved and baked in an 8 or 9 inch square pan.
This is a family favorite! I did change it up just a bit. I used more onions (probably 1/2 to 3/4 cup but this is just a preference), definitely less butter (half…only 1/4 cup…the first time I made it a few years ago it was WAY to greasy as it calls for IMO), and only 1/2 tsp of salt. But seriously, this is delicious…I’ve probably made it 20 times. Thanks so much!
What do you serve with hashbrown casserole? I need some inspiration
Main dish options include roasted chicken, pot roast, pork tenderloin or salmon!
Add cooked chicken for a one dish meal
I put sliced smoked sausage in it and serve with salad or green beans.
I make mine just like this except I crush up corn flakes in melted butter and top it. Adds an extra crunch everyone in my family loves.
What can you substitute the chicken soup for if you are a vegetarian?
Cream of mushroom soup
Cream of mushroom or celery
You have made my tummy rumble now, this looks soooo tasty
My hubby loves potatoes and he’s going to love this recipe! Thanks for sharing it with us. Can’t wait to try!
My hubby loves potatoes and he’s going to love this recipe! Thanks for sharing it with us. Can’t wait to try!
I’m making this now and it looks delicious!
Thanks
I made it n I used broccoli mushrooms n a bean soup in mine that’s baking!!