Nicole's Awesome Easy Yummy Cheesy Potato Casserole

Get ready to indulge in pure comfort food heaven with Nicole's Awesome Easy Yummy Cheesy Potato Casserole! Packed with rich flavors and creamy textures, this crowd-pleasing dish features tender hash brown potatoes folded into a luscious mix of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and melted butter, all enhanced by the sharp savory notes of shredded cheddar cheese and finely diced onion. Topped with crispy fried onions or crunchy cornflakes for the perfect golden crust, this casserole is baked to bubbly perfection in just over an hour. Ideal for busy weeknights, holiday gatherings, or potlucks, this easy-to-make recipe serves up to 8 and requires only 15 minutes of prep time. Whether you’re craving cheesy comfort or looking for a hearty side dish to impress, this cheesy potato casserole delivers convenience and irresistible flavor every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 32 ounces frozen hash brown potatoes
• 2 cups sour cream
• 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup crispy fried onions or crushed cornflakes (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or a small amount of butter.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a creamy base.

Step 3

Stir in the diced onion and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Fold in the frozen hash brown potatoes, ensuring everything is well coated with the creamy mixture.

Step 5

Transfer the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the crispy fried onions or crushed cornflakes over the top to add a savory crunch.

Step 7

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling.

Step 9

Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2364.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5727.4

Total Fat 434.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 210.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 754.3mg	0%
Sodium 9968.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 383.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 60.5g
Protein 121.0g	0%

Vitamin D 71.4IU	0%
Calcium 2766.6mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 4048.6mg	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: 66.0%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 25.9%