Hashbrown Chicken Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

If you love hearty comfort food that’s creamy, cheesy, and soul-warming, Hashbrown Chicken Casserole is the perfect recipe for you. It’s a one-pan dish that combines shredded potatoes, juicy chicken, and a creamy cheese sauce, baked until bubbly and golden. The best part? It’s simple enough for a weeknight dinner but delicious enough to impress guests.

Below is a complete guide on how to make this cozy casserole from scratch.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy and fuss-free: Uses simple pantry and freezer ingredients.
Family-friendly: A hit with kids and adults alike.
Versatile: Can be made ahead, frozen, or customized with veggies.
Comfort in every bite: Creamy sauce, tender chicken, and crispy hashbrowns.

Ingredients You’ll Need

3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works great)
1 bag (about 30 oz) frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
1 can cream of chicken soup (or homemade cream sauce)
1 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes or buttery crackers (optional topping)

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prep the Chicken

If you’re using fresh chicken, cook and shred it first. You can poach chicken breasts in salted water for 15–20 minutes, then shred with two forks.
For a quicker option, grab a rotisserie chicken from the store and shred the meat.

Step 2: Mix the Creamy Base

In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, and milk.
Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Mix until smooth and creamy—this will coat the hashbrowns and chicken.