Using frozen hash browns, bacon and pantry ingredients this 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.
14 ozcan diced green chilescan substitute with freshly roasted green chiles if preferred
2cupssour cream
½cuponion, 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!