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Crispy Hash Brown Casserole Recipe Easy Cheesy Buttery Crust

  • Author: neuriox
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

A comforting and crowd-pleasing casserole featuring crispy hash browns, melted sharp cheddar cheese, and a buttery crust. Perfect for brunches, potlucks, or cozy family meals.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 32 oz (900 g) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
  • 2 cups (200 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, softened and melted
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 298 g) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (25 g) green onions, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 6 tablespoons (85 g) of unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl until just melted but not browned. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine thawed shredded hash browns, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup. Stir gently to coat everything without mashing.
  4. Add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the mixture and mix evenly.
  5. Fold in chopped green onions if using.
  6. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish thoroughly with some of the melted butter, covering the bottom and sides.
  7. Pour the hash brown mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. Drizzle the remaining melted butter evenly over the top of the casserole.
  9. Sprinkle an additional 1/2 cup (50 g) shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  10. Bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes until the edges are bubbly and the top is golden brown and crispy.
  11. Check doneness by inserting a fork in the center; it should go through easily and the casserole should be hot and bubbly. Tent with foil if browning too quickly and continue baking.
  12. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to set.

Notes

Thaw hash browns fully and drain excess moisture to avoid sogginess. Do not overmix to keep texture. Drizzling melted butter on top is essential for a crispy crust. You can assemble the casserole a day ahead and refrigerate; add 10 extra minutes to baking time when baking the next day. Cover with foil if browning too fast. Variations include swapping cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup for vegetarian or gluten-free options, adding jalapeños for spice, or mixing in cooked bacon or sausage for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 1/8 of the cas
  • Calories: 320
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 18
  • Carbohydrates: 25
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 12

Keywords: hash brown casserole, crispy hash browns, cheesy casserole, buttery crust, easy casserole, brunch recipe, comfort food

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