Creamy Hash Browns Aka Evil Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Creamy Hash Browns, affectionately nicknamed "Evil Potatoes" for their irresistibly rich and decadent flavor. This crowd-pleasing casserole layers tender shredded hash browns in a velvety mix of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and bubbly cheddar cheese, all topped with a golden, buttery cornflake crust for the perfect crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe combines pantry staples like frozen hash browns and simple seasonings, making it a fuss-free side dish for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. Whether you're entertaining guests or feeding the family, this creamy, cheesy dish is destined to be the highlight of any meal!
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Ingredients
- 32 ounces Frozen hash browns (shredded)
- 10.5 ounces Cream of chicken soup
- 16 ounces Sour cream
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Crushed cornflakes
- 3 tablespoons Melted unsalted butter (for topping)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, melted butter, finely diced onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
Step 3
Add the frozen hash browns to the bowl and gently fold them into the mixture until fully coated. Be careful not to break them up too much.
Step 4
Transfer the hash brown mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 5
In a smaller bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes with the melted butter for the topping. Sprinkle the buttery crumbs evenly over the hash brown mixture.
Step 6
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Step 8
Serve hot as a side dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2202.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4294.2 |
| Total Fat 295.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 168.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 709.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8839.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 334.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.5g | |
| Protein 108.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 71.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2598.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3848.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories