Cheesy Potatoes Casserole Recipe
This classic Cheesy Potatoes casserole is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings. Made with tender frozen hash browns, a creamy blend of cream of chicken soup and sour cream, rich cheddar cheese, and a crunchy cornflake topping, it bakes to golden perfection, offering a delicious combination of creamy and crispy textures.
- Author: Sienna
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Potato Mixture
- 2 lb bag frozen hash browns
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Cornflake Topping
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups corn flakes
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Potato Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the frozen hash browns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, 1 stick of melted butter, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Fill Baking Dish: Transfer the potato mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Prepare Cornflake Topping: In a small bowl, pour the melted stick of butter over the corn flakes. Toss gently to coat the corn flakes completely with butter.
- Add Topping: Evenly sprinkle the buttered cornflakes over the top of the potato casserole, creating a crunchy layer.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
- To make this dish suitable for vegetarians, substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup or a vegetarian alternative.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top before adding the cornflake mixture.
- This casserole can be prepared a day in advance; refrigerate before baking and add an extra 5-10 minutes to the baking time.
- To reduce salt, use low-sodium soup and unsalted butter, and adjust seasoning accordingly.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the cream of chicken soup and corn flakes are certified gluten-free.
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