This beloved Hash Brown Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining the convenience of frozen shredded potatoes with rich, creamy flavors. The mixture of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup creates a luscious sauce that binds the potatoes together, while a topping of melted margarine and breadcrumbs adds a delightful crunch. It’s the perfect make-ahead dish for holiday breakfasts, Sunday brunches, or busy weeknights when you need a hearty side dish that feeds a crowd. Simply mix, bake, and enjoy the warm, savory aroma filling your kitchen.
Hash Brown Casserole (Mackinnon)
Description
This beloved Hash Brown Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining the convenience of frozen shredded potatoes with rich, creamy flavors. The mixture of cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cream of chicken soup creates a luscious sauce that binds the potatoes together, while a topping of melted margarine and breadcrumbs adds a delightful crunch. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect make-ahead dish for holiday breakfasts, Sunday brunches, or busy weeknights when you need a hearty side dish that feeds a crowd. Simply mix, bake, and enjoy the warm, savory aroma filling your kitchen.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Lightly grease a 3-quart casserole dish with butter or cooking spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed frozen hash brown potatoes, chopped onions, grated cheddar cheese, sour cream, condensed cream of chicken soup, salt, and pepper.
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Melt 4 ounces of the margarine and pour it into the potato mixture, stirring thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
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Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the casserole.
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Melt the remaining 4 ounces of margarine and pour it evenly over the breadcrumb topping.
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Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
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Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 174.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 13.6mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 38.6g13%
- Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
- Sugars 1.8g
- Protein 4.5g9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If making ahead, freeze the unbaked casserole. Thaw in the refrigerator for about an hour before baking, and cover loosely with foil for the first half of baking time to prevent over-browning.