Description
This Cheesy Ham & Hash Brown Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! Made with tender shredded hash browns, savory diced ham, creamy sour cream, melted cheddar cheese, and a buttery golden cornflake topping, this delicious casserole is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy family dinner. Every bite is creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, while the crispy topping adds the perfect crunch!
Ingredients
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9 × 13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare the Creamy Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and dried parsley. Mix until smooth.
- Add the Main Ingredients: Stir in the thawed hash browns, diced ham, chopped onion, and 1½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the hash brown mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the Crunchy Topping: In a separate bowl, combine crushed cornflakes with ¼ cup of melted butter. Mix until the cornflakes are lightly coated.
- Add Cheese and Topping: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the casserole, followed by the buttery crushed cornflakes. Drizzle the remaining melted butter over the top.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cornflake topping is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm while the cheese is deliciously melted!
Notes
- Thaw and drain frozen hash browns before mixing to prevent excess moisture.
- Leftover cooked ham or diced ham works perfectly.
- Substitute cream of mushroom soup if desired.
- Add cooked bacon for extra smoky flavor.
- For extra cheesiness, sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
50 minutes
Total Time
1 hour 5 minutes
Servings
8 servings