Cheesy Potato Casserole – Creamy, Comforting Side Dish Recipe

This creamy Cheesy Potato Casserole is made with tender potatoes, rich sour cream, and melted cheese. A cozy, crowd-pleasing side dish for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinner.

Cheesy Potato Casserole

This easy Cheesy Potato Casserole is creamy, golden, and full of cozy flavor. Shredded potatoes are baked in a rich mixture of sour cream, cheese, and butter, then topped with crispy breadcrumbs (or cornflakes!) for the perfect crunch. It’s a timeless comfort dish that everyone loves — from holiday tables to Sunday suppers.

Ingredients

• 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom for vegetarian)

• 1 cup sour cream

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)

• ½ cup melted butter

• ½ cup chopped onion (optional)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

For topping:

• 1 ½ cups crushed cornflakes or breadcrumbs

• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Mix the filling: In a large bowl, combine thawed hash browns, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, 1½ cups cheese, melted butter, and onion (if using). Season with salt and pepper.

3. Spread in pan: Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.

4. Add the topping: Mix crushed cornflakes (or breadcrumbs) with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the casserole.

5. Bake: Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.

6. Add extra cheese (optional): For extra cheesiness, sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese over the top during the last 5 minutes of baking.

7. Serve: Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy the creamy center and crunchy topping!

Tips & Variations

• Add cooked bacon or ham for a hearty twist.

• Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.

• Use sharp cheddar, Colby Jack, or Gruyère for extra flavor.

• Double the recipe for larger gatherings — it disappears fast!