Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Hashbrown Casserole that brings together tender chicken, creamy soup, and crispy hash browns, all topped with a delightful cheesy cracker crust. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings, this recipe is not just delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. With only 15 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy a hearty meal that satisfies the whole family. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or leftover chicken for added convenience. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups frozen hash browns (thawed)
- 2–3 cups cooked chicken (diced)
- 1/4 cup bacon bits
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 12 ounces frozen mixed vegetables (thawed)
- 12–14 crushed Ritz crackers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix thawed hash browns, diced chicken, bacon bits, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, milk, mixed vegetables, and thyme until well combined.
- Grease a baking dish and spread the mixture evenly in it.
- Combine crushed Ritz crackers and remaining cheddar cheese in a small bowl; sprinkle over the casserole.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (about 245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg