Using frozen hash browns, bacon and pantry ingredients this creamy Green Chile Hashbrown casserole is packed with flavor! A nod to the Cracker Barrel classic made better with the addition of green chiles and bacon.
This tasty casserole is loosely inspired by the classic Cracker Barrel hashbrown casserole, a favorite of mine growing up. However, I decided to take things up a notch with the addition of green chiles and bacon, which, in make opinion, make everything better.
This recipe makes a great side dish at breakfast, lunch or dinner. I love serving it topped with a fried egg and some greens for a hearty brunch. To make things easier I used canned green chiles but when hatch chiles are in season you can always roast your own and add those instead. Enjoy!
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Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board and knife
- Skillet: For cooking the bacon. You could also use an air fryer or oven.
- 9 x 12 inch casserole dish with lid (or you can use aluminum foil to cover while baking). This 4 qt Le Creuset Stoneware Heritage Covered Rectangular Casserole dish is one of my favorites.
Ingredients
- Bacon: I recommend using 5 slices but feel free to use more or less depending on your preference.
- Frozen hash brown potatoes (thawed)
- Cream of Chicken Soup: I realize that canned cream of chicken soup is one of those ingredients that doesn't always sound appealing but it works perfectly in this recipe. I recommend using Pacific Foods Organic Cream of Chicken Soup for the cleanest ingredients, but classic Campbells works great too.
- Unsalted butter
- Cheddar cheese: I HIGHLY recommend grating your cheese fresh. It will always give you a superior texture and flavor than using pre-grated cheese. I also recommend going for a sharper cheddar for the best flavor.
- Canned diced green chiles: I like using canned green chiles for ease but when hatch chiles are in season I love roasting my own and using those instead.
- Sour cream: Full fat has the best flavor and texture.
- Onion
- Salt & Pepper
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Made this green chile hashbrown casserole recipe? Let me know what you think in the comments!
Recipe
Green Chile Hashbrown Casserole
Equipment
- 9 x 12 casserole dish
Ingredients
- 5 strips of bacon, cooked
- 32 oz frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 4 oz can diced green chiles can substitute with freshly roasted green chiles if preferred
- 2 cups sour cream
- ½ cup onion, minced
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease the bottom of a 9 x 12 casserole dish. Cook 5 strips of bacon and drain on a paper towel. Chop into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl combine thawed hash brown potatoes, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, sour cream, green chiles, minced onion, chopped bacon and 1 ½ cups of freshly shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined. Season with a generous pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese. Bake at 350 degrees F for 50 minutes to an hour until bubbly and golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy!
TAYLER ROSS
I made this casserole for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! Definitely a new breakfast favorite!
Paula
This hashbrown casserole was so good! Huge hit with my family!
Beth
This is one delicious casserole. I love the addition of the chiles to add a nice touch of heat that's not TOO hot.
Jill
This was pure comfort food. I mixed in some rotisserie chicken for a main dish for dinner. So good!
Shelby
This casserole is really delicious and comforting, and I love the pop of green chile flavor!
Kathi
Can this be made ahead of time?
jamjarkitchen
Hi Kathi - Yes, you can prep it up to a day or 2 in advance and then bake before serving. Or cook it a couple days before and just reheat before serving. Hope you enjoy!