Chicken and Hash Browns Bake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken and Hash Browns Bake, a hearty casserole that layers classic flavors and creamy textures into a family-friendly dinner favorite. This dish combines tender shredded chicken, crispy shredded hash browns, and a luscious blend of cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese for the perfect balance of savory richness. A hint of garlic and onion elevates the flavor, while the optional breadcrumb topping adds a satisfying crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an oven-baked finish that brings everything together in golden, bubbly perfection, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend supper. Serve it straight from the baking dish and watch as every bite warms both the heart and soul.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups frozen hash browns (shredded)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1.5 cups sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cups unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cups bread crumbs (optional, for topping)
- 1 as needed non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Place the chicken breasts in a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and cook the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Remove the chicken, allow it to cool slightly, then shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
Add the shredded chicken, frozen hash browns, chopped onion, and 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are fully combined.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
If using bread crumbs, mix them with the remaining 0.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and sprinkle the mixture on top of the casserole for a crispy topping.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling around the edges and the top is golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Chicken and Hash Browns Bake warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 255.7 g | 328% | |
| Saturated Fat | 138.6 g | 693% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 864 mg | 288% | |
| Sodium | 9074 mg | 395% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.9 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.0 g | ||
| Protein | 213.6 g | 427% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2514 mg | 193% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 4812 mg | 102% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
