This crockpot hashbrown casserole recipe makes creamy, cheesy hashbrowns that are loaded with flavor. It's an equally delicious side dish for breakfast or dinner, and you won't believe how simple it is to make!
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The Best Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole
If you love hashbrowns, you're going to be obsessed with this cheesy hashbrown casserole made in the crock pot.
It has the perfect combination of crispy, golden brown hashbrowns, tangy sour cream, savory onion powder, and melted cheddar cheese. The shredded hash browns take on a texture and flavor that you just can't get in any other recipe.
This crockpot hashbrown casserole is the best thing to make for potluck gatherings or if you're hosting since it's always everyone's favorite dish. It's also ideal for serving as an easy side for busy weeknight dinners or as a classic breakfast side with things like this sourdough french toast.
Whenever you serve this cheesy hashbrown casserole, it'll be delicious!
Why This Recipe Works
It takes 5 minutes to prepare. All you have to do to make this crockpot hash brown casserole is mix the ingredients and add them to your crock pot. It's foolproof!
Makes perfectly cooked hashbrowns. Hashbrowns are one of those things that can be hard to make, but the crock pot takes all the weight off your shoulders. It makes the most delicious hash browns every single time!
Ultimate comfort food recipe. This crockpot hashbrown casserole is warm, rich, creamy, and cheesy. It's so comforting and will make any meal ten times better.
Ingredients
This slow cooker hashbrown casserole is made with only 5 ingredients, and those ingredients are:
- 18oz. sour cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 20oz. frozen hash browns
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
If you have any of these ingredients left over, you can use them to make this hamburger hashbrown casserole next!
How To Make Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole
1. Prep: Spray the crockpot with a little nonstick cooking spray or grease the bottom of it with butter.
2. Combine the ingredients: Combine the sour cream with salt, black pepper, and onion powder in a large bowl. Add 2 cups of cheddar cheese and stir well to mix everything together. Add the shredded hash browns to the bowl and gently stir until they're well coated in the creamy mixture.
3. Cook the hash browns: Transfer the mixture to the crockpot and cook on high for 3 hours. As soon as the time is up, add the remaining cheddar cheese and cook for another 25 minutes.
4. Serve: Once the cheese is melted, serve the crockpot hash brown casserole warm with anything you want. Enjoy!
Tips To Make The Best Recipe
- Add a condensed soup like cream of chicken soup, celery soup, or mushroom soup to the ingredients to add flavor. Swap 4 ounces of the cream cheese for the soup of your choice.
- Substitute the onion powder for garlic powder if you like the flavor of garlic powder better.
- Use a mix of shredded cheese like cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese for extra cheesy goodness.
- Add diced ham, chopped green onions, or bacon bits to the hashbrown mixture.
- Serve the cheesy hashbrowns with hot sauce or extra sour cream on top.
How To Store Hashbrown Casserole
In the fridge: Store any leftover hash brown casserole in an airtight container and store it in the fridge for 3-5 days.
In the freezer: Transfer the hashbrowns to a freezer-safe airtight container, or slice the casserole, wrap the slices in plastic wrap, and store them in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for about 4 months.
Reheating: Warm the shredded hash brown casserole in the oven at 350°F for 10-20 minutes. Let the frozen hashbrowns thaw in the fridge overnight or add more reheating time.
FAQs About This Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole Recipe
How to serve crockpot hashbrown casserole?
This crockpot hashbrown casserole is delicious on the side with breakfast or dinner. It's great served for breakfast with things like these Cracker Barrel pancakes or Aunt Jemima waffles or with this panko breaded chicken or shake and bake pork chops for dinner.
How long can hash brown casserole sit out?
Since there is dairy in this hash brown casserole, it can only sit out for up to 2 hours at room temperature. After that, you'll want to store it in the fridge or freezer.
Does hashbrown casserole reheat well?
Yes, it reheats really well, so this is the perfect make-ahead hashbrown casserole! If you want to make the cheesy hashbrowns a little crispy, air fry or bake the hashbrowns at 350°F for about 10-20 minutes. If you want to reheat the casserole quickly, microwave individual slices in 30-second increments until it reaches your desired temperature.
More Crock Pot Recipes
- Crock Pot mac and cheese
- Crock Pot chicken casserole
- Crock Pot taco casserole
- Crock Pot cheesy potatoes
- Crock pot tater tot casserole
Crockpot Hashbrown Casserole
This crockpot hashbrown casserole recipe makes creamy, cheesy hashbrowns that are loaded with flavor. It's an equally delicious side dish for breakfast or dinner, and you won't believe how simple it is to make!
Ingredients
- 18oz. sour cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 20oz. frozen hash browns
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Spray the Crockpot with some cooking oil.
- In a bowl, combine sour cream with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Add 2 cups cheddar cheese and stir well. Add hash browns and stir until they are coated with the sour cream mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the Crockpot and cook on HIGH for 3 hours.
- Add the remaining cheddar cheese and cook for another 25 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size:
1 cupAmount Per Serving: Calories: 419Total Fat: 32gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 17g
Em
This recipe sounds great!