Description
Comfort meets convenience in this hearty Hashbrown Chicken Casserole, blending creamy textures with crispy potato layers. Savory cheese, tender chicken, and golden-brown potatoes create a satisfying meal perfect for family gatherings when you crave something simple and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
Dairy and Creamy Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup milk
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Base and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 (30 ounces/850 grams) bag frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 1 (10.5 ounces/298 grams) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes (or breadcrumbs)
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 375F (190C) and coating a 9×13-inch baking vessel with a light grease layer.
- Create a creamy base by whisking cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Fold shredded chicken, hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and optional onions into the sauce, ensuring every ingredient is thoroughly integrated.
- Transfer the mixed concoction into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a smooth surface.
- Craft a crispy topping by combining crushed cornflakes with melted butter, then generously distribute over the casserole’s surface.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until the edges bubble and the topping transforms into a golden-brown crust.
- Remove from oven and allow the dish to rest for 5-10 minutes, permitting flavors to settle and casserole to firm slightly.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and added freshness before serving.
Notes
- Swap hashbrowns with cauliflower rice for a lower-carb alternative that maintains the creamy texture and delicious flavor profile.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream to boost protein content and reduce overall fat while keeping the casserole creamy and tangy.
- Customize the dish by adding diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for extra nutrients and a vibrant vegetable boost.
- Create a gluten-free version by using gluten-free cornflakes or almond flour breadcrumbs for the crispy topping, ensuring everyone can enjoy this comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg