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This 5-ingredient cheesy chicken hashbrown casserole is exactly the kind of comfort food I lean on after a long workday when I still want something homemade but don’t have the energy for a sink full of dishes. It’s loosely inspired by those classic Midwestern church-potluck potato casseroles that show up at every family gathering—creamy, cheesy, and ridiculously cozy.
Cheesy chicken hashbrown casserole in a baking dish on a kitchen counter
Cheesy chicken hashbrown casserole in a baking dish on a kitchen counter
The twist here is using shredded rotisserie chicken for protein and frozen hashbrowns to keep prep basically hands-off. If you love recipes you can stir together in one bowl, pop in the oven, and walk away from while you wrangle work emails or help with homework, this one is going to earn a permanent spot in your weeknight rotation.
This casserole is hearty enough to be the main event, so I like to pair it with something fresh and simple to balance all that cheesy goodness. A crisp green salad with a tangy vinaigrette cuts through the richness perfectly, or you can steam some broccoli or green beans while the casserole bakes.
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Casserole served with a simple green salad on a dinner plate
Casserole served with a simple green salad on a dinner plate
If you’re feeding a crowd or stretching the meal a bit further, add some warm dinner rolls or a loaf of crusty bread on the side. For brunch, serve it alongside scrambled eggs and a bowl of fresh fruit, and you’ve got an easy, crowd-pleasing spread with almost no extra effort.
5-Ingredient Cheesy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
1 (30–32 oz) bag frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
Salt and black pepper, to taste (optional but recommended)
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