Cheesy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole
A creamy, comforting bake loaded with tender chicken, crispy hash browns, and gooey cheese—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner!
Cheesy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 45 mins | Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 6-8
Ingredients:
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3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works great!)
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1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
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1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
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1 cup sour cream
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½ cup melted butter (or sub olive oil)
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1 small onion, finely diced
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 cup crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers (for topping, optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prep:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Mix the Casserole:
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In a large bowl, combine thawed hash browns, chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, onion, 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, mozzarella, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Assemble & Bake:
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Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish.
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Top with remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese and crushed cornflakes/crackers (if using).
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Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
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Broil 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness (watch closely!).
4. Serve & Enjoy!
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Let cool 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley.
🔥 Flavor Boosters & Variations:
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Add veggies: Stir in sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or spinach.
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Spice it up: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
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Make it lighter: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and reduced-fat cheese.
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Freezer-friendly: Assemble (unbaked), cover tightly, and freeze. Bake from frozen (+15-20 mins).
Why This Casserole Wins:
❤️ Crowd-pleaser—kids and adults devour it!
❤️ Meal-prep hero—reheats beautifully for leftovers.
❤️ Versatile—serve for breakfast, brunch, or dinner with a side salad.
Dig into this ultra-comforting, cheesy goodness! 🧀🍗 Let me know how yours turns out! 😊