Description
A comforting 5-ingredient casserole featuring crispy hash browns, seasoned ground beef, and a creamy cheese topping, perfect for family dinners or weeknights. Layers of texture and flavor make this a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Ground Beef
1 pound
Frozen Hash Browns
30 ounces
Cream of Chicken Soup
1 can
Sour Cream
1 cup
Cheddar Cheese
2 cups
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Brown and drain ground beef over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes; strain 90% of fat
In a bowl, whisk soup and sour cream until smooth
Grease a 9×13-inch pan; use butter for golden edges
Layer half the hash browns flat, then beef, then half the mixture, then half the cheese. Repeat layers. Spread remaining hash browns on top for a crust
Notes
Refrigerated hash browns ensure consistent results
Greek yogurt can replace sour cream, but texture will vary
Swap cranberry relish under cheese for a Sweet Potato Casserole twist
Freezes well in portion-controlled containers
Butter in pan ensures golden edges; avoid parchment paper
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (≈7 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg