Crock Pot Cheesy Potato Casserole Recipe
This Crock Pot Cheesy Potato Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring shredded hash browns, creamy chicken soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a hearty side or main dish, it requires minimal prep and slow cooks to cheesy perfection in your crock pot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 5 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 5 hours 10 minutes (low) or 2 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Potatoes
- 1 package frozen hash browns (28 oz., shredded)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz.)
- 1 cup milk
- 8 oz. sour cream
Vegetables
- ½ onion, chopped (optional)
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the Crock Pot: Spray the inside of a 6-quart crock pot with non-stick cooking spray to prevent the casserole from sticking during cooking.
- Separate the Hash Browns: Break up the frozen hash browns while still in the bag so that the potatoes separate easily when added to the mixture.
- Mix the Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and completely combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the hash browns, chopped onion (if using), and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy soup mixture. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Assemble in Crock Pot: Pour the potato mixture into the prepared crock pot and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.
- Cook the Casserole: Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Serve: Carefully scoop out the casserole and serve warm. Enjoy this creamy, cheesy comfort food!
Notes
- Chopped onion is optional but adds a nice flavor balance.
- Do not thaw hash browns before adding for best texture.
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or cream of celery for variation.
- Use low-fat sour cream or cheese to reduce calories if desired.
- Ensure the crock pot is properly sprayed to prevent sticking.
Keywords: Crock Pot, Cheesy Potato Casserole, Hash Browns, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker Recipe, Easy Casserole
