Description
A comforting casserole combining tender chicken with crispy hashbrowns and rich cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 package (20 ounces) frozen hashbrowns (thawed)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
- Optional: 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for added crunch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, thawed hashbrowns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed.
- Transfer the chicken and hashbrown mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. If desired, add the breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for extra crunch.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
You can add mixed vegetables such as peas or corn for extra nutrition. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: casserole, chicken, comfort food, hashbrowns, cheese