Description
This Easy Delish Chicken Hashbrown Casserole is a comforting, creamy, and cheesy family dinner recipe that combines tender chicken, shredded hashbrowns, and a crunchy cornflake topping. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole is simple to prepare, bakes to golden perfection, and satisfies a crowd with its flavorful, hearty ingredients.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (20-ounce) bag frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Topping
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes or buttery crackers
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together sour cream, cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the thawed hashbrowns, cooked chicken, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and green onions (if using) to the sauce mixture. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the combined mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes or crackers with melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Top the Casserole: Sprinkle the buttery crumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole for a crunchy finish.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the casserole is hot, bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5–10 minutes after baking to set, then serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream if desired for a tangier flavor and lighter option.
- Add a can of diced green chiles for a mild spicy kick and additional flavor.
