Ultimate Chicken Hashbrown Casserole Recipe
This Ultimate Chicken Hashbrown Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender shredded chicken, crispy hashbrowns, and a creamy cheese and soup mixture, all topped with buttery crushed cornflakes for a delightful crunch. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this casserole is easy to prepare and bakes to golden perfection, delivering a satisfying blend of textures and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Casserole Mixture
- 20 oz frozen hashbrowns
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 2 cups sour cream
- 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup (or homemade version)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 lb shredded cooked chicken
Topping
- 2 cups crushed corn flakes
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to preheat at 350°F to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for even cooking before you assemble the casserole.
- Prepare the Casserole Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the salt, pepper, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and milk. Stir these together until fully blended. Next, fold in the shredded cooked chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, and frozen hashbrowns until everything is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking. Pour the prepared mixture into the dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Prepare and Add Topping: In a separate bowl, mix the crushed corn flakes with the melted butter until the flakes are well coated. Sprinkle this buttery cornflake mixture evenly over the top of the casserole to create a golden, crunchy topping.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is a delicious golden brown color.
Notes
- For a homemade alternative, substitute the canned cream of chicken soup with a homemade white sauce mixed with cooked chicken broth and seasoning.
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt to reduce fat.
- Make sure the chicken is fully cooked and shredded before mixing to ensure even texture and flavor.
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes after baking for easier serving and better flavor melding.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free corn flakes and cream of chicken soup.
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