on Nov 14, 2024 73 Comments Looking for more side dish ideas? You’ll also love my easy Mac and Cheese, Deviled Eggs, and Broccoli Cheese Casserole. I have to admit I’m in love with this cheesy Hashbrown Casserole. I mean, what’s not to love?! Cheesy deliciousness, hashbrowns, and a creamy sauce make one perfect dish. Think loaded baked potatoes meet creamy, crunchy hashbrown potatoes! It comes together so quickly and is super easy to make. It makes the perfect easy side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, and Sunday dinners. It is also a delicious breakfast casserole for brunch, too!
How to Make Easy Hashbrown Casserole
Here’s how you make this savory, cheesy, and scrumptious casserole.
Ultimate comfort food. Cozy and comforting perfection in every bite! It reminds me of the Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole, but it’s better if I do say so myself! Flavorful. It reminds me of a twice-baked potato in casserole form and is always a crowd favorite. Easy recipe. Perfect for novice cooks and busy experts, it can be made ahead and with less than 10 ingredients!
Ingredients
Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full listing of ingredients, instructions, notes, and estimated nutritional information. To make this recipe, you’ll need a few simple ingredients:
Frozen Diced or Shredded Potatoes – You can use either diced potatoes or frozen shredded hash brown potatoes. Thaw potatoes before using. Cheddar Cheese – I love to shred the cheese directly from the block since some shredded cheeses are coated with ingredients to prevent them from sticking. You can also use Colby jack, gouda, or mozzarella cheese, based on your preference. Cream of Chicken Soup – I love to use my easy homemade cream of chicken soup recipe, but you can use store-bought if you prefer. You can also substitute it with cream of mushroom soup if you prefer it. Sour Cream – it adds so much flavor and creaminess to this casserole. Butter – melted butter is mixed into this casserole. Green Onions – these add color, crunch, and flavor to the casserole. You can omit it if you prefer. If you omit the onions, I love to add a few tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley for color. Stone House Seasoning – my favorite house seasoning that I use in so many dishes. If you don’t have it already on hand, I highly recommend it. You can also use 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, ½ teaspoon of black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of garlic powder.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Make Ahead Hashbrown Casserole
This is perfect for serving at holiday gatherings or weekend brunch because it’s easy to make ahead! Make Ahead. Prepare it without baking it, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, bake as directed, serve, and enjoy.
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers:
To store leftovers. Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat leftovers. Cover the dish with foil and warm it in a 350º F oven until it is heated, for about 30 minutes. Note: You may need to add moisture to the casserole. Sprinkle with water or milk before covering with the foil and reheating.
Can You Freeze Hashbrown Casserole?
You can freeze this for later, too! To freeze. Prepare the potato casserole without baking, store it in an airtight, freezer-safe container, and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months. To serve. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and then bake as directed and serve.
Can You Make this as Funeral Potatoes?
Absolutely! This recipe is very similar to the recipe for funeral potatoes, which you may know got its name since it is regularly served at many funeral luncheons. Add a topping to turn this easy hash brown casserole into funeral potatoes! I’ve listed a few topping options below.
Corn Flakes – many people use buttered cornflakes as the topping. Ritz Crackers – when I make it, I prefer to use Ritz Crackers for the topping as I do for my squash casserole. Panko – you can also use Panko crumbs for the crispy topping.
For the topping, you’ll need 2-3 cups of cornflakes, crackers, or Panko, along with ½ cup melted butter. Stir these together until well coated, and then spread them onto the top of the casserole and bake as directed!
Can You Make This As a Main Dish?
Yes! To make this recipe the main dish, you may want to add a protein – like cooked ham, ground beef, or shredded chicken. Add 1 pound of diced ham, browned ground beef, or shredded chicken and mix with the other ingredients until well blended. Pour into the casserole dish and bake as directed.
What Else Can You Add to this Recipe to Make it a Hearty Breakfast Casserole?
We love it as a side dish for a large holiday brunch. But you can add cooked and drained breakfast sausage or diced ham to this dish to make it a hearty main dish. Here’s my Hashbrown Casserole Recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does! Here’s my Hashbrown Casserole Recipe. I hope you enjoy it as much as my family does! Green Bean Casserole Broccoli Cheese Casserole Southern Mac and Cheese Enjoy!Robyn xo
