• cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great!)

  • 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed

  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup

  • 1 cup sour cream

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

For the Topping:

  • 2 cups crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers

  • ¼ cup melted butter

  • ½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)

*(Optional add-ins: 1 cup frozen peas, diced bell peppers, or crispy bacon!)*

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Mix the Filling

  • In a large bowl, combine chicken, hashbrowns, soup, sour cream, milk, seasonings, and 1 ½ cups cheese.

3. Assemble & Top

  • Spread mixture into the baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup cheese.

  • Mix crushed cornflakes, melted butter, and paprika; sprinkle over the top.

4. Bake to Golden Perfection

  • Bake 35-40 mins, until bubbly and topping is crispy.

  • Let rest 5 mins before serving.

Pro Tips for the Best Casserole

🔥 Extra Crispy Top? Broil for 1-2 mins at the end (watch closely!).
🍗 Shortcut – Use rotisserie chicken or canned chicken for faster prep.
🧊 Freezer-Friendly – Assemble (unbaked), cover tightly, and freeze. Bake from frozen (add 15-20 mins).
🌶 Kick It Up – Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.

Serving Suggestions

🥗 Pair With – A simple green salad or steamed veggies.
🍞 Comfort Meal – Serve with buttery rolls or biscuits.
🧀 Cheese Lover’s Twist – Swap cheddar for pepper jack or Swiss.

Final Thoughts

This Hashbrown Chicken Casserole is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, cheesy, and loaded with crispy goodness. It’s guaranteed to become a family favorite!

What’s your favorite casserole? Let us know in the comments!