Amazing Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole: 100% Creamy
This recipe delivers an ultra-creamy, cheesy hashbrown bake, perfect for brunches or potlucks. It’s a comforting and decadent side dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, combine the thawed hashbrowns, sour cream, melted butter, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. If using, add the chopped onion.
- Mix everything together until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let it stand for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For an extra cheesy flavor, you can top the casserole with more cheddar cheese during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, you can add a layer of crushed crackers or breadcrumbs before baking.
- This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/8th of casserole)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
