Description
This Hash Brown Casserole with Corn Flakes is the ultimate cheesy, comforting side dish! Filled with shredded potatoes, cream of chicken soup, sharp cheddar cheese, and topped with a buttery Corn Flake crunch, it’s a quick and easy recipe perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holidays.
Ingredients
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For the Casserole:
- 30 ounces frozen hash browns (thawed)
- 1/2 cup salted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup yellow onion (minced)
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 1 pint sour cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
For the Corn Flake Topping:
- 2 cups Corn Flakes (slightly crushed)
- 1/4 cup salted butter (melted)
Instructions
Prepare the Casserole Base:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the hash browns, melted butter, salt, pepper, minced garlic, minced onion, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until evenly combined.
- Spread in Baking Dish:
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread the potato mixture evenly into the dish.
Prepare the Topping:
- Mix the Corn Flakes:
- In a smaller mixing bowl, mix the slightly crushed Corn Flakes with the melted butter until well-coated.
- Add Topping:
- Sprinkle the buttery Corn Flakes evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake the Casserole:
- Bake Uncovered:
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use extra sharp cheddar cheese for a bolder flavor.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure your hash browns and cream of chicken soup are gluten-free.
- To crush Corn Flakes quickly, place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush with your hands or a rolling pin.
- Make-ahead tip: You can prepare and freeze the casserole before baking. Store it in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn, and thaw before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
