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Buttery Copycat Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole

Creamy Buttery Copycat Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole

A comforting side dish of crispy shredded potatoes, creamy soup, rich butter, and Colby cheese, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 package Refrigerated Shredded Hash Browns Use refrigerated for creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 can Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup Gluten-free version can be used.
  • 2 cups Shredded Colby Cheese Freshly shredded melts better.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion (finely diced) Can swap with white onion.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Customize the amount to taste.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Peppers or Jalapeños For a flavor kick.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Can swap with Colby.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Finely dice the yellow onion into 1/4-inch pieces, yielding about a cup.
  3. Thaw the frozen shredded hash browns and squeeze out excess moisture.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine thawed hash browns, kosher salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  5. Melt the unsalted butter and mix it with hash browns and condensed cream of chicken soup. Fold in diced onions.
  6. Gently fold shredded Colby cheese into the mixture without breaking the hash browns.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and level the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  9. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 10gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 670mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure to squeeze excess moisture from the hash browns and mix ingredients evenly.

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