Cheesy Potato Casserole
A comforting cheesy potato casserole that's easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings. A crowd-favorite that combines creamy potatoes with gooey cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to mix in Colby Jack or Monterey Jack.
- 1 can cream of chicken soup Sour cream can also be used.
- ½ cup sour cream This is the secret ingredient!
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped For garnish and flavor.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Optional for extra flavor.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cornflakes or crushed crackers, for topping Optional for extra crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, melted butter, half of the shredded cheese, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined and pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Top the casserole with the remaining cheese and a layer of cornflakes or crushed crackers.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before serving. For best results, use pre-shredded cheese and grease your pan well. This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked later; just allow it to sit out for 10 minutes before baking.