Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, "The Best Hash Brown Casserole" is the ultimate side dish for holidays, potlucks, or any family gathering. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines tender shredded hash browns with savory cream of chicken soup, rich sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of garlic for a bold flavor. A buttery, golden panko breadcrumb topping adds the perfect crunch to every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry ingredients, this casserole bakes to bubbly perfection in under an hour. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, this creamy hash brown casserole is guaranteed to become your new go-to classic comfort food!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until well blended.
Add the shredded hash browns, diced onion, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl. Gently stir until the mixture is evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter for the topping. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until it is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm. Enjoy!
Calories |
4698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 338.2 g | 434% | |
| Saturated Fat | 200.9 g | 1004% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 828 mg | 276% | |
| Sodium | 8341 mg | 363% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 333.5 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.2 g | ||
| Protein | 111.6 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 2486 mg | 191% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 4161 mg | 89% | |
*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.