Easy Hash Brown Chicken Casserole Recipe - Home & Plate (2024)

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This casserole recipe has tender bits of roasted chicken breast, hash brown potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese and your favorite mixed vegetables.

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This easy, cheesy hashbrown casserole hits the spot on a cold fall night.

Can you say comfort food?

Yes it’s better than what you get at Cracker Barrel!

What’s easier than tossing together bits of roasted tender chicken breast, hash brown potatoes, shredded cheddar cheese and your favorite mixed vegetables.

I have to say this was definitely a hit at my house tonight! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! ~ Sandra

This chicken hashbrown casserole recipe comes together so easily and is perfect for a easy meal and there is always plenty left over for the next day.

It’s crispy on top and cheesy delicious inside packed with protein.

The great thing about this recipe is that it is no-fail! You can let it sit in a warm oven until you are ready to eat it.

You may also enjoy myBuffalo Hash Brown Chicken Casseroleif you like this family favorite.

It’s very similar but with the addition of Buffalo wing sauce to give it spicy flair.

My husband, Brewster, is always asking for this simple recipe.

I usually use up leftover chicken or pick up a rotisserie chicken at the grocery store and always have frozen vegetables stored in the freezer.

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It’s also just as easy to cook up the chicken breasts ahead of time.

Sometimes I will prep this in the morning so it’s ready to go in the oven to bake at the end of the day.

I made this earlier this week and I just wanted to drop a comment and say that, even though it was good the first night, it was even better as leftovers ~ Jamie

This casserole is also great for potlucks and during football season.

We plan a lot of get-togethers for Ohio State football.

That’s my team! I am a Buckeye fan and have had the privilege to see the team play every year.

Who is your team? Let me know in the comments below.

Serve Hash Brown Chicken Casserole to a crowd

Sometimes I will make this casserole and also throw together a few other items like my Spinach Artichoke Dip and my .

Add it to your party planning and you can have a great spread to feed a crowd.

This delicious recipe is a hit with our neighbors too!

Trish and her daughter, Norah, stopped down to borrow Brewster’s notary skills and while visiting had a taste of this cheesy chicken delight.

They loved it.

Luckily there is always plenty to share.

We invited them to stay for dinner and they happily accepted.

The recipe makes more than enough for the whole family and a few extras.

Check out the recipe card below.

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How to make this great recipe

Pick up these simple ingredients at your grocer:

  • Diced hash browns
  • Rotisserie chicken
  • Ritz crackers or corn flakes for the crunchy topping
  • Half a cup summer corn. I love the summer sweet in the frozen aisle.
  • Mixed veggies
  • Chicken soup
  • Sour cream
  • Milk

To make the hash brown casserole, pour the diced hashbrown potatoes into a baking dish.

In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients, except for the crunchy topping.

Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture over the potatoes.

Sprinkle crumbs on top.

Bake this great casserole until it is golden brown.

When the weather turns colder this dinner is a great way to warm up.

I’ve even found ways to lighten it up if you are looking for healthier options.

Just check out those suggestions in the comments below.

Serve up this casserole with a side salad for a perfect family meal.

I’ve also taken this dish to new moms home from the hospital because it freezes well.

Just pop it in the oven for an hour and it’s done.

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If you love this easy casserole recipe try these other creations

  • Cheesy Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Cracker Topping
  • Buffalo Hashbrown Chicken Casserole
  • Easy Chicken Parmesan Lasagna
  • Hash Brown Egg Bake Casserole
  • Cheesy Eggplant Bake

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Hash Brown Chicken Casserole

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This easy cheesy hash brown chicken casserole hits the spot on a cold fall night. Can you say comfort food?

5 from 4 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 12 people

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs frozen hash brown potatoes, Southern Style
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1/2 cup summer sweet corn, canned or fresh
  • 2 C sour cream or plain yogurt
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 3 cups cooked shredded roasted chicken
  • 2 cups bread crumbs, Ritz cracker crumbs or corn flake crumbs

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Place potatoes in 9 by 13 baking dish. In a large bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients, except the crumbs. Pour the soup and vegetable mixture over the potatoes. Sprinkle the crumbs on top. Bake for 1 hour or until the top is golden brown.

Keyword Hash Brown Chicken Casserole

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Easy Hash Brown Chicken Casserole Recipe - Home & Plate (2024)

FAQs

Should I thaw hash browns for casserole? ›

Thaw the hash browns before you start: Thawing the frozen hash browns prevents the sauce from clumping when you mix them in, and helps the casserole cook faster. You can thaw your shredded hash browns overnight in the fridge directly in their bag or for about an hour at room temperature.

Why is my hash brown casserole soggy? ›

Frozen hash browns will leak moisture during cooking, which could leave a soggy, sad mess behind. For the best results, let the frozen hash browns thaw overnight in the fridge, then thoroughly pat them dry to remove as much moisture as possible before cooking them to crispy.

Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen hash browns? ›

Substitute fresh potatoes for 30 ounces of frozen hashbrowns. Substitute diced green onions for 3 tablespoons dried chives.

Can you thaw frozen hash browns overnight? ›

To use frozen hash brown potatoes, put the package of frozen hash browns in the refrigerator to thaw overnight. Or empty the hash browns into a bowl, cover, and let stand at room temperature for about 30 to 40 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid before using the thawed hash browns in the recipe.

Is it better to cook hash browns frozen or thawed? ›

A: Yes, you should because you need to get rid of the. excess moisture.

Why are my frozen hash browns not crispy? ›

A: Hash Browns or French fries are usually good in the freezer for 4-8 months at zero degrees F. While still cold, if they are soft to the touch that means they have lost the crispy texture you'll expect of a quick frozen potato. If this occurred over a day or two, you should be fine to heat them up.

What is the trick to cooking hash browns? ›

Squeezing the shredded potato in a towel or cheesecloth to remove as much moisture as possible helps it brown more evenly. Cooking the shredded potato briefly in the microwave helps it develop a better crust that remains crispy for longer.

Why did my hash browns turn black? ›

Exposure to air or oxygen is the cause of this situation when the potatoes are cut and stored in advance for any future cooking.

Should you soak potatoes before making hash browns? ›

We want you to soak the potatoes in water, like really slosh them around to release some starch. This helps to avoid that awkwardly raw center between crispy outer layers.

How do restaurants make hash browns so good? ›

They are steamed, peeled, steamed again or boiled, shredded and cooked partially in oil, oven dried and IQF before going into a bag to be cooked at home once again. IQF equals individually quick frozen strands. Cooking the potato twice is the key and is something that is hard to replicate at home.

Are shredded potatoes the same as hash browns? ›

Hash browns are also manufactured as a dehydrated food, which is sometimes used by backpackers. In the United States, hash browns strictly refer to shredded or riced pan-fried potatoes, while diced and pan-fried potatoes are called country fried potatoes or home fries.

What type of potatoes are best for hash browns? ›

Starchy potatoes like Russets work best for hash browns. Waxy potatoes like red new potatoes have a higher moisture content and tend to hold their shape better than starchy potatoes, and as such do not develop the crispiest of edges when fried.

How do you make frozen hash browns not mushy? ›

To prevent frozen hash browns from becoming mushy, avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook them in a single layer, allowing enough space for each hash brown to cook evenly. This will help maintain their crispiness.

Can you freeze raw homemade hash browns? ›

Put into the freezer, either on a cookie sheet or a bowl if you are doing lots. If in a bowl then you will have to stir every couple hours to make sure they don't stick together in one big lump. When I am pressed for time that day, or too tired, I freeze in a lump.

Should you thaw frozen potatoes before cooking? ›

How to cook boiled potatoes from frozen. Smaller diced potato won't need defrosting, as they will defrost during the cooking process. Pop them straight into boiling water, or into the meal you are cooking, for a few minutes, or until cooked through. For larger pieces, defrost overnight in the fridge.

Can you cook frozen hash browns in the oven? ›

If you're looking for the absolute best way to cook frozen shredded hash browns, you've got to try baking them in the oven on a sheet pan. This ingenious way of cooking your breakfast potatoes is a total game changer. There's no reason you should put up with soggy hash browns ever again!

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