Description
This classic Party Potatoes recipe is a creamy, cheesy hash brown casserole perfect for gatherings and potlucks. Made with thawed hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and a crunchy buttery cornflake topping, it’s an irresistible side dish with a golden, crispy crust and a rich, comforting interior.
Ingredients
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Potato Mixture
- 1 bag (30 oz) frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes or buttery crackers
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare Dish. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Creamy Base. In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, chopped onion, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to create a smooth mixture.
- Add Cheese and Potatoes. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, then gently fold in the thawed hash brown potatoes until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Spread Mixture in Dish. Transfer the potato mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out to an even layer.
- Prepare the Topping. In a separate bowl, toss the crushed cornflakes or buttery cracker crumbs with 2 tablespoons of melted butter until well coated.
- Add Topping to Casserole. Sprinkle the buttery crumb mixture evenly over the top of the potato mixture.
- Bake Until Golden and Bubbling. Bake the casserole uncovered for 45–50 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the topping is golden brown and crispy.
- Cool Slightly and Serve. Allow the dish to cool for a few minutes before serving to let it set slightly for best texture.
Notes
- You can prep this dish a day ahead and refrigerate—just add the topping right before baking to keep it crispy.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom soup.
- Add chopped green onions, diced ham, or cooked bacon to the mixture for extra flavor and protein options.
