Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Glorified Hash Browns Casserole—a rich, cheesy, and irresistibly creamy dish that’s perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or cozy weeknight dinners. Made with frozen shredded hash browns, tangy sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and sharp cheddar cheese, this casserole is layered with flavors and topped with buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch. Infused with hints of garlic and onion and baked to perfection, this hearty dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it as a crowd-pleasing side dish or a star-worthy main course, and don’t forget the optional fresh parsley garnish for an added touch of brightness. Comfort food has never been so glorified!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, sharp cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well to create a creamy mixture.
Add the frozen shredded hash browns and finely chopped onion to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all the hash browns are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
Transfer the hash brown mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
In a separate small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with two tablespoons of melted butter. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttery breadcrumbs evenly on top of the hash brown mixture to create the crunchy topping.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
Carefully remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the casserole for a pop of color and flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy this glorified hash browns casserole as a side dish or a hearty main!
Calories |
4102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 284.4 g | 365% | |
| Saturated Fat | 166.7 g | 833% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 689 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 8079 mg | 351% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.2 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 103.4 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 2302 mg | 177% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 4396 mg | 94% | |
*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.