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Cheesy Potato Casserole

  • Author: Camila Rose
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8–10
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cheesy Potato Casserole is the definition of comfort food—creamy, golden, and loaded with melty cheese. Whether you’re serving it for a holiday gathering, a family dinner, or bringing it to a potluck, it’s a guaranteed hit. It uses simple pantry ingredients, comes together quickly, and bakes to perfection with a golden, crispy topping. You’ll love how customizable it is—add meats, change cheeses, or go vegetarian. Plus, it stores well, making it a great make-ahead dish. This recipe brings warmth and nostalgia to the table every single time.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 6 cups diced potatoes (or 1 package frozen hash browns, about 30 oz)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional topping: 1 cup crushed cornflakes or Ritz crackers + 2 tbsp melted butter
  • Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Add potatoes and chopped onion. Mix until everything is well coated.
  • Stir in shredded cheese.
  • Spread mixture evenly in the baking dish.
  • If using, mix crushed topping with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.
  • Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
  • Let rest 10 minutes before serving. Garnish if desired.

Notes

  • For added richness, try half cheddar and half smoked gouda.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute cream of mushroom soup.
  • Great for make-ahead—just refrigerate before baking.
  • Let it sit after baking for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8–10
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 530mg
  • Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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