Description
Funeral Potatoes is a warm, creamy, and cheesy casserole that combines tender hash browns with a savory mixture of sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and sharp cheddar cheese. Topped with a buttery, crunchy cornflake topping, this comfort food classic is perfect for gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Topping
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups crushed cornflakes or buttery crackers
- 2 tbsp butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix base ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion (if using), garlic powder, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
- Add hash browns: Fold in the thawed hash brown potatoes gently until they are evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
- Spread in baking dish: Transfer and spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare topping: In a small bowl, mix the crushed cornflakes or buttery crackers with 2 tablespoons of melted butter to create a crunchy topping.
- Add topping: Sprinkle the buttery cornflake mixture evenly over the potato mixture in the baking dish.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling hot.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly for easier serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or cream of celery for a different flavor.
- Adding chopped onions is optional but enhances flavor and texture.
- For a crispier top, broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated; bake it just before serving.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure cornflakes or crackers used for topping are gluten-free.
