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Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 1 30-ounce bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 10.5-ounce can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional
Topping (Optional)
  • 1 cup crushed buttery crackers such as Ritz
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Method
 

Step 1
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 2
  1. In a large bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, cheddar, mozzarella, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, onion, garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 3
  1. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Step 4
  1. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Step 5
  1. If using the topping, combine the crushed crackers with melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
Step 6
  1. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until hot and bubbly with a golden-brown top.
Step 7
  1. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.