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Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole
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Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole

This creamy and cheesy hashbrown casserole is a comforting side dish inspired by the famous Cracker Barrel recipe, perfect for breakfast or dinner. Made with simple ingredients like frozen hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and cheddar cheese, it's easy to prepare and loved by many.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Casserole, Cheesy, Comfort Food, Easy, Hashbrown
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 32 ounce frozen shredded hash browns thawed (or cubed hash browns)
  • 0.5 cup butter 1 stick, melted
  • 10.5 ounce cream of chicken soup can
  • 2 cups sour cream 16 ounces total
  • 1 small yellow onion finely diced
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Start by thawing your frozen hash browns completely. If you prefer cubed hash browns, you can use those instead — just make sure they’re thawed and drained of excess water. Finely dice the yellow onion and shred the cheddar cheese if you haven’t bought it pre-shredded.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray to prevent the casserole from sticking.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Stir these together until smooth and fully incorporated.
  • Fold in the thawed hash browns and diced onion into the wet mixture. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  • Add the salt and black pepper to the mixture, then fold in 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheddar cheese. Save the remaining ½ cup of cheese for topping the casserole.
  • Pour the hashbrown mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the reserved ½ cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  • Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. The edges should be slightly crispy, and the center should be set.
  • Let the casserole cool for about 5-10 minutes before serving. This helps it set up nicely and makes it easier to cut. Serve as a delicious side dish or even as a comforting main course alongside your favorite protein.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • Oven

Notes

Make sure to fully thaw your hash browns and squeeze out any excess moisture to prevent a soggy casserole. For an extra crispy top, switch your oven to broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning. Use freshly shredded cheddar cheese for better melting and flavor. You can customize the recipe with spices, different cheeses, or add protein. It can be made vegetarian by substituting the cream of chicken soup. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3-4 days and can be frozen before baking for up to 2 months.