This Easy Hash Brown Casserole recipeis the ultimate comfort food made with frozen hash brown, extra cheddar cheese, and a crunchy corn flake topping! Perfect for holidays, funerals, or any get-together!
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan and set aside.
In a large bowl, stir together hash browns, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, onion powder, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup butter. Pour into baking pan.
In a small bowl, lightly crush corn flakes. Add remaining 1/4 cup butter and stir until the corn flakes are coated. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the hash brown casserole mixture.
Cover and bake for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until corn flakes are crispy.
Notes
Storage: Leftovers can be stored covered in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.Make-ahead options: Prepare as directed without adding the topping and store in a covered container in the refrigerator or freezer. When ready to serve, allow to thaw overnight, add the topping, and bake as directed.*Nutritional values and cook time vary due to differences in appliance temperatures and product selection.