Description

This cheesy hashbrown casserole delivers crispy edges, a creamy center, and an incredible cheddar melt with chive sprinkle aroma. It’s an easy, hearty, family-friendly side dish perfect for any meal or busy parents.

Ingredients

Scale

1 (32 oz / 900g) package frozen hashbrown potatoes
2 cups (225g) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
1 (10.5 oz / 298g) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup (225g) sour cream
0.5 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
0.25 cup (6g) fresh chives, chopped

Instructions

Prep Oven and Dish: Preheat your oven to 375F (190C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Mix Sauce Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, onion powder, and garlic powder until smooth and fragrant.
Combine Hashbrowns and Cheese: Gently fold in the frozen hashbrowns and most of the shredded cheddar cheese. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared dish.
Top with Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake Until Golden: Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until bubbly, golden brown, and cooked through. (If it looks dry, splash in 1-2 Tbsp milk before the last 15 minutes of baking.)
Optional Broil for Crispiness: If desired, broil for the last 2-3 minutes for an extra crispy, cheesy crust, watching closely.
Garnish with Chives: Sprinkle generously with fresh chives before serving for a fresh aroma and vibrant color.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for superior melt and flavor. Ensure hashbrowns are fully frozen to prevent runniness. Fresh chives are essential for the vibrant finish. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil. For a vegetarian option, use cream of mushroom soup.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
Calories: 380 calories
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 750 mg
Fat: 30 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 38 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 12 g
Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: cheesy, hashbrown, casserole, comfort food, easy, side dish, family-friendly, cheddar, chives, bake