Chicken Hash Brown Casserole
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Dive into a no-egg delight with our hearty chicken hash brown casserole!
Featuring frozen hashbrowns, shredded cheese, and savory seasonings, this no-egg breakfast casserole is a family must-have, ideal for those bustling holiday mornings.
Why Breakfast Casserole Reigns Supreme All Holiday Season
Ease of Meal Prep: Breakfast casseroles, especially those with hashbrown potatoes, offer the convenience of prepping ahead, ensuring a stress-free holiday morning.
Wholesome: An entire dish with the goodness of potatoes, cheese, and chicken will satisfy everyone and become one of their favorite recipes.
Versatility: With the base of hashbrowns, you can customize the casserole to cater to different palates, making it a hit year-round.
Simple Chicken Breakfast Casserole Ingredients
- Frozen hash browns kept frozen
- cream of chicken soup
- French onion dip
- Seasonings: salt, paprika, garlic powder, dried parsley, and ground black pepper
- chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
- Milk (***see notes on milk)
- shredded cheddar cheese
- French fried onions
***We have made this recipe with and without milk. The milk makes the mixture a little more “runny,” but it thickens up as it rests. If you omit the milk, you may need to add some while reheating leftovers.
How to Make Chicken Hash Brown Casserole
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, grease a 9×13 baking casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray, and set aside.
- Combine shredded potatoes (frozen), cream of chicken condensed soup, French onion dip, seasonings, chicken, milk, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix well and spread evenly into the prepared greased baking dish.
- Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and onions.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 35–45 minutes or until the edges are bubbly, the center is hot, and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Incorporating Hot Sauce or Other Spices
Spice up your casserole with hot sauce for an added kick. Pour it into the mix of French Onion Dip, stir, and then add in the second step.
Recipe Notes
- Sides: Complement this casserole with fresh fruit, creamy biscuits and gravy, or smooth grits for a well-rounded breakfast or complete meal.
- Cheese variations: Switch up the cheese topping in this delicious casserole by trying with Colby Jack, Pepper Jack, or a simple mild cheddar.
- Toppings: Enhance flavors with a sprinkle of green onions, trade out crispy onions for a crunchy layer of cornflakes, or top with some crispy bacon.
- Storage: Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Not just for breakfast: Do not discount this cheesy potato and chicken baked casserole as a perfect weeknight family dinner choice.
Making Ahead and Storing French Onion Hash Brown Casserole
This casserole recipe is perfect for planning ahead.
- Mix the ingredients as directed and place them in a baking dish without the cheese or onion toppings.
- Cover with plastic wrap to maintain freshness.
- Refrigerate for up to two days.
- When ready, add toppings and bake according to the recipe instructions.
More Amazingly Delicious Breakfast Casserole Ideas
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- Cracker Barrel Hashbrowns Casserole: This family-favorite dish brings the iconic restaurant’s flavor to your dining table.
- Sausage Hashbrown Casserole: The most iconic breakfast casserole, sausage hashbrown casserole, is the perfect potluck and family meal when you can’t decide.
- Ham and Hash Brown Casserole: A savory delight combining the saltiness of ham with the crispiness of hashbrowns, this casserole is great for ham leftovers.
Chicken Hash Brown Casserole
Equipment
- non-stick cooking spray
Ingredients
- 30 oz. frozen hash browns kept frozen
- 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup
- 16 oz. french onion dip
- 1 lb. chicken cooked/cubed
- ½ cup milk optional; see notes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. dried parsley
- ½ tsp. ground black pepper
Toppings
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 oz. French Fried Onions topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Turn on your oven and set it to 350°F.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Take a 9×13 baking dish. Spray it evenly with nonstick cooking spray. Put it to one side for later.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, put in the bag of frozen hash browns, cream of chicken soup, french onion dip, all seasonings, cooked chicken, milk, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir everything together until it's well mixed.
- Transfer to the Baking Dish: Pour the casserole mixture from the bowl into the baking dish you prepared earlier. Spread it out so it covers the dish evenly. Sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese and French Fried Onions.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Let it bake for 35-45 minutes. You'll know it's done when the sides are bubbly, the middle is hot, and the cheese on top has melted.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, take the dish out of the oven. It's important to let the chicken breakfast casserole sit for 5 minutes. After that, it's ready to serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
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