Description
Hearty Chicken Hashbrown Casserole brings comfort and flavor together in one delightful dish that combines tender chicken, crispy potatoes, and creamy cheese. Packed with savory goodness, you’ll love this satisfying meal that delivers classic American home-style cooking in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (32 ounces / 907 grams) bag frozen hashbrowns
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Dairy and Creamy Components:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by coating a 9×13 inch dish with grease and warming the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Create a rich, creamy base by whisking together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, melted butter, and a blend of seasonings including garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika until smooth and well-combined.
- Fold shredded chicken and a portion of cheddar cheese into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Incorporate frozen hashbrowns into the mixture, gently stirring until the potatoes are completely coated with the creamy sauce.
- Transfer the combined mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the surface and topping with remaining cheese.
- Prepare a crunchy topping by combining crushed crackers with melted butter, then sprinkle this mixture uniformly over the casserole.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15-20 minutes until the surface turns golden brown and the edges become bubbly.
- Allow the casserole to rest and slightly cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley or a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure even mixing and better flavor blending in the creamy mixture.
- Opt for low-sodium cream of chicken soup to control salt levels for those watching their sodium intake.
- Swap frozen hashbrowns with freshly grated potatoes for a more authentic, crispy texture if time permits.
- Choose rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken for a richer, more developed meat flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free version, replace crackers with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gluten-free cornflakes.
- Add a sprinkle of smoked paprika for extra depth and a subtle smoky undertone to the casserole.
- Consider using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a protein-packed, tangier alternative with less fat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 327 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg