Ingredients
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1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hashbrowns (thawed)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for vegetarian)
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
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½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
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¼ cup butter, melted
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 cup crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs (for topping)
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2 tbsp melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
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Preheat oven
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350°F (175°C)
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Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Mix casserole
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In a large bowl, combine:
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Hashbrowns
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Soup
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Cheddar cheese (reserve ½ cup for topping)
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Onion (if using)
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Sour cream
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¼ cup melted butter
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Salt & pepper
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Assemble
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Spread mixture evenly in the baking dish.
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Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
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Mix crushed cornflakes with 2 tbsp melted butter and sprinkle over cheese.
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Bake
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45–50 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
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Cool slightly & serve
Tips
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Add cooked bacon, diced ham, or sautéed peppers for extra flavor.
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Use a mix of cheeses (cheddar + mozzarella) for creamier texture.
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For a crispier top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
If you want, I can make a slow-cooker version so it’s “dump-and-go,” or an air fryer mini casserole version for smaller portions.