Description
This cheesy chicken potato casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make dinner classic. Combining shredded rotisserie chicken, creamy condensed soup, tangy sour cream, and cheddar cheese with hash brown potatoes, this casserole is topped with a buttery crouton crust for a satisfying crunch. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for family meals or potlucks.
Ingredients
Casserole Mixture
- 10 ¾ oz condensed cream of chicken soup with herbs
- 8 oz sour cream
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 28 oz hash brown potatoes with onions and peppers, frozen, thawed
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
Topping
- 1 cup croutons, crushed
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp thyme, fresh (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 3-quart casserole dish with non-stick spray and set it aside to get ready for the mixture.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, sour cream, salt, and pepper until smooth. Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, thawed hash brown potatoes, and shredded rotisserie chicken until evenly combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Prepare Topping: Mix the crushed croutons with the melted butter. Sprinkle this buttery crouton mixture evenly over the top of the casserole to add a crunchy finish.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the center is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with fresh thyme if desired. Serve hot and enjoy this delicious, comforting dish!
Notes
- Make sure the hash brown potatoes are fully thawed to ensure even cooking.
- For extra flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese or add a pinch of garlic powder to the mixture.
- Fresh thyme is optional but adds a nice herbaceous note to the casserole.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best results.
- Using rotisserie chicken simplifies preparation, but leftover cooked chicken works equally well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
