Description
This Creamy Chicken Nacho Hashbrown Bake is a comforting, cheesy casserole combining tender shredded chicken, crispy hashbrowns, and a flavorful blend of cheeses and mild spices. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck, it bakes to golden bubbly perfection and is garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
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Hashbrown Mixture
- 3 cups frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce or cheese dip
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup diced green chilies (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Combine Ingredients. In a large bowl, mix together the thawed shredded hashbrowns, shredded cooked chicken, cheddar cheese, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, diced green chilies, diced onion, optional diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer Mixture. Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly to allow uniform baking.
- Bake. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top becomes golden brown and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Garnish and Serve. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro on top for added color and fresh flavor. Serve hot for the best experience.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spice level by choosing mild or spicy green chilies according to your preference.
- Adding diced tomatoes is optional and adds a fresh, juicy element to the casserole.
- Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor.
- This dish can also be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add extra baking time if baking from cold.
- For a crispy top, you can sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top during the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
