Description
Crowd-pleasing Party Potatoes bring comfort and joy to any gathering, delivering a mouthwatering blend of crispy edges and creamy centers. Guests will devour these irresistible potatoes, savoring each rich, cheesy bite that promises pure potato perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (32 ounces / 907 grams) bag frozen hash browns, thawed
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
Soup and Seasoning:
- 1 (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Fat and Binding:
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375°F (190°C) and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly combine shredded potatoes with cream of chicken soup, tangy sour cream, melted butter, sharp cheddar cheese, aromatic garlic powder, pungent onion powder, seasoning salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Transfer the creamy potato mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even distribution across the surface.
- Create a crispy topping by blending crushed cornflakes (or Ritz crackers) with additional melted butter until well integrated.
- Generously scatter the buttery crumb mixture over the potato base, covering the entire casserole with an even layer.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown and delightfully crisp top.
- Remove from the oven and allow the dish to rest for 5 minutes, which helps the casserole set and makes serving easier.
- Serve immediately while warm, providing a comforting and indulgent side dish that’s sure to delight guests.
Notes
- Customize crunch by swapping cornflakes with different breadcrumbs like panko or gluten-free alternatives for dietary needs.
- Boost nutrition by adding diced vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into the potato mixture for extra color and vitamins.
- Make ahead by preparing the casserole up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerating, then bake when ready to serve for convenient meal planning.
- Lighten up the dish by using reduced-fat cheese, Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, and low-sodium soup to create a healthier version without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg