Crispy Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Breakfast Delight
A quick and easy crispy cheesy hash brown casserole that combines golden, crispy edges with a creamy, cheesy center. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or potlucks with just five simple ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 55-60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (about 450g) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed but not drained
- 1 cup (240ml) sour cream
- 2 cups (200g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300g) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Thaw the frozen shredded hash browns and pat dry with paper towels if there is excess water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, sour cream, condensed cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Thaw and pat dry hash browns to avoid sogginess. Bake uncovered for crispy edges. Cover with foil if browning too fast. Avoid stirring during baking to keep the crispy top intact. For vegetarian version, substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
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