Cissy's Most Favorite Easy Cheesy Hash Browns Casserole

Perfect for potlucks, brunches, or cozy family dinners, *Cissy's Most Favorite Easy Cheesy Hash Browns Casserole* is a comfort food classic that’s irresistibly creamy, crunchy, and full of bold flavor. This easy-to-make dish combines frozen shredded hash browns with tangy sour cream, rich cream of chicken soup, sharp cheddar cheese, and a touch of garlic and onion for a savory depth of flavor. The golden, buttery cornflake topping adds a satisfying crunch that perfectly complements the velvety potato base. Ready in just an hour with only 15 minutes of prep, this crowd-pleaser serves up to eight and is sure to be the star of any meal. Whether you’re hosting a holiday brunch or craving the ultimate side dish, this cheesy hash brown casserole is guaranteed to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 32 oz frozen shredded hash browns
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can cream of chicken soup
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 stick butter, melted
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups cornflakes, crushed
• 0.25 cup butter, melted (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, one stick of melted butter, finely chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the frozen hash browns to the bowl and gently fold them into the mixture until fully coated.

Step 4

Pour the hash brown mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the crushed cornflakes with the 1/4 cup of melted butter. Mix until the cornflakes are evenly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the buttery cornflake topping evenly over the hash brown mixture in the baking dish.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is golden brown.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your cozy, cheesy hash brown casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2071.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4541.2

Total Fat 309.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 183.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 758.3mg	0%
Sodium 8569.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 104.9g	0%

Vitamin D 215.2IU	0%
Calcium 2302.2mg	0%
Iron 43.8mg	0%
Potassium 4540.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.7%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 31.3%