Description
A creamy and rich potato casserole topped with a golden Ritz cracker crust, perfect for cozy dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
For the Potato Base
- 1 bag Ore-Ida Country Style Hash Browns (Frozen or thawed, for best texture.)
- 1 cup sour cream (Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (Can substitute with cream of mushroom or celery soup for vegetarian option.)
- 1 cup finely diced onions (Sautéed until soft.)
- 1 tsp salt (Adjust according to taste.)
- 1 tsp black pepper (Adjust according to taste.)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar (optional) (For extra richness.)
For the Topping
- 2 cups Ritz crackers (Crushed, for the topping.)
- 1/2 cup melted butter (Mix into cracker crumbs until damp.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a skillet, sauté finely diced onions in a little butter until they are soft and sweet-smelling.
- In a large bowl, combine the hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, sautéed onions, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Topping
- In a bowl, crush Ritz crackers. Mix in melted butter until crumbs are evenly moistened.
- Evenly sprinkle the buttered cracker mixture over the potato mixture in the baking dish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 to 55 minutes until bubbly around the edges and golden on top.
- Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Notes
For best results, mix frozen hash browns before baking to avoid excess moisture. Perfect pairing with roasted vegetables or a light salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American