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This easy cheesy potatoes is going to be your new go-to side dish for the holidays. Flavorful potatoes in a cheesy sauce and topping make this the ultimate casserole!

Love potatoes? Try my funeral potatoes, cheesy scalloped potatoes and twice baked potatoes.

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Table of Contents

  • Easy Cheesy Potato Side Dish
  • Why This Recipe Works
  • Cheesy Potato Ingredients
  • How to Make Cheesy Potatoes
  • Expert Tips
  • Recipe FAQs
  • Freezing Instructions
  • 5 star review
  • More Delicious Potato Side Dishes
  • Cheesy Potatoes Recipe Printable Recipe

Easy Cheesy Potato Side Dish

If you’re looking for a recipe for cheesy potatoes to add to your Christmas dinner or Thanksgiving menu this year…I’ve got your back!

This is a staple Thanksgiving side dish that is always the first one gone. It tastes amazing served alongside a roasted turkey or baked hamand gets so many rave reviews.

Why This Recipe Works

  • The perfect texture. Creamy from both the sour cream and cream of chicken soup, cheesy from the cheddar cheese and crunchy from the buttery cornflake topping.
  • Easy and quick. Prepared and baked from start to finish in under an hour with minimal ingredients and effort. This is an easy, no-fail side dish!
  • Party potatoes. A potato side by many names – cheesy potato casserole, funeral potatoes or cheesy hashbrown casserole recipe.

Cheesy Potato Ingredients

With a few fridge and pantry staples, this recipe for cheesy potatoes doesn’t require any fancy ingredients!

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Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.

  • Hash browns: A large bag of frozen hash browns potatoes. You can either use diced or shredded or even country style with onions and peppers.
  • Sour cream: This adds a bit of tang and contributes to the creamy texture.
  • Canned cream of chicken soup: You can also use cream of celery or cream of mushroom soup. Make a homemade cream of chicken soup if you’d prefer.
  • Butter: This is mixed in with the potatoes and the crunchy topping for some added richness.
  • Onions: I like to include some fresh chopped green onions to help boost the flavor. If you don’t have fresh onions on hand, you can mix in some onion powder instead.
  • Cheese: They wouldn’t be cheesy potatoes without the cheese! I like to grate my own sharp cheddar cheese and then stir it into the potato mixture.
  • Cornflakes: Crush them up, then sprinkle on top before baking. You could also use crushed Ritz crackers, potato chips or panko breadcrumbs as the crunchy topping.

How to Make Cheesy Potatoes

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  • Preheat oven. Preheat oven and butter a 9×13″ baking dish. Set aside.
  • Mix ingredients together. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, green onions, sour cream, cream of chicken, salt, pepper, 1/4 cup melted butter and cheese. Stir, then spread into casserole dish.
  • Add topping. Top with extra cheese (if desired) and crushed cornflakes. Drizzle remaining melted butter on top.
  • Bake in oven. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling hot.

Expert Tips

  • Thaw. It’s important to thaw the bag of hash browns first before using. If they are still frozen, the excess water could make your cheesy potato casserole runny when baking.
  • Topping. If the cornflake topping begins to brown too fast while baking, feel free to tent the top with foil.
  • Let rest. The potatoes will need to set a bit before serving, so I would recommend letting them rest for about 5 to 10 minutes before digging in.
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Recipe FAQs

Can I make this cheesy potato casserole with real potatoes?

Absolutely! Boiled or baked and then shredded or cubed should work well in this recipe.

Is this cheesy potato recipe gluten-free?

The dish isn’t gluten-free with the cornflakes, but you can make it gluten-free by swapping them out with a gluten-free cracker or breadcrumb.

Can I make this in my crockpot?

Yes, you can make crockpot cheesy potatoes if you’d like. Simply mix the potatoes, sour cream, cream of chicken, butter, half of the cheese and spices in the slow cooker. Cook on low for 4 to 5 hours. Then sprinkle on the remaining cheese and cook for about 10-15 more minutes until bubbly.

What to serve with cheesy potatoes?

If you haven’t tried this cheesy potato casserole recipe, it’s a must this year! We always make it for Thanksgiving with turkey or on Christmas and Easter with spiral ham, roasted vegetables, and potato rolls.

Can I make this cheesy potato recipe ahead of head time?

Yes, to make ahead prepare in a baking dish as directed, but leave off the cornflake topping. Then cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 days. When you’re ready to bake, let the dish sit at room temperature while the oven preheats. Then sprinkle the cornflake topping over the potatoes and bake as directed.

Freezing Instructions

To freeze this potato side dish, prepare according to instructions (don’t add the cornflake topping). Pour it into a baking dish or a disposable pan for easier clean up. Cover the pan tightly, then freeze up to 2 months.

When ready to enjoy, let thaw in the fridge overnight. Add the topping just before baking, then bake as directed (it may need to bake a few minutes longer since it was frozen, so just keep an eye on it).

5 star review

“My favorite potatoes, not just for holidays, but al year long! They are always requested, because everyone loves them! They are the first thing to go every year!”

-Kristyn
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Want more cheesy potato recipes? Try cheesy mashed potatoes, cheesy scalloped potatoes and ham, or this potatoes au gratin recipe.

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Cheesy Potatoes Recipe

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Author: Jamielyn Nye

This easy cheesy potatoes is going to be your new go-to side dish for the holidays. Flavorful potatoes in a cheesy sauce and topping make this the ultimate casserole!

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 30 minutes mins

Total Time: 40 minutes mins

Servings: 16

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Ingredients

  • 1 (30-ounce) bag diced or shredded hash browns , thawed
  • 1 (16-ounce) container sour cream
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup (or celery or mushroom)
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 1 bunch green onions (or 1/2 teaspoon onion powder)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese , plus more if desired

Topping

  • 1-2 cups crushed cornflakes (or ritz crackers or panko crumbs)
  • ¼ cup melted butter

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish. Make sure your potatoes are mostly thawed and drain any excess water.

  • In a medium bowl, stir together potatoes, sour cream, cream of chicken, green onions (or onion powder), salt, pepper, butter, and shredded cheese until combined. Spread into the baking dish. Top with extra cheese, if desired.

  • Spread crushed cornflakes over the top. Drizzle with butter.Bake 30 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling hot. If using cubed potatoes instead of shredded hash browns, bake 40 minutes.

  • Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy while warm!

Notes

Lighten the dish: Omit the cream of chicken soup, crushed cornflakes and extra butter on top. Also, use light sour cream and less cheese.

Make-ahead: Prepare in a baking dish as directed, but leave off the cornflake topping. Then cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 days. When you’re ready to bake, let the dish sit at room temperature while the oven preheats. Then sprinkle the cornflake topping over the potatoes and bake as directed.

Freezing: Prepare the dish according to instructions (don’t add the cornflake topping). Pour it into a baking dish or a disposable pan for easier clean up. Cover the pan tightly, then store in the freezer for up to 2 months.

When ready to enjoy, let thaw in the fridge overnight. Add the topping just before baking, then bake as directed (it may need to bake a few minutes longer since it was frozen, so just keep an eye on it).

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 519mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 773IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

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63 comments

    • Kelly

    Can fresh potatoes be used for this recipe? I have some from my garden that I need to use up and am thinking it would be easier to dice or shred the potatoes instead of freezing them & thawing them.

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      Hi Kelly! Absolutely! Boiled or baked and then shredded or cubed should work well in this recipe.

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    • Jill
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    Made this for thanksgiving and it was a hot hit! I used crushed up saltine crackers turned out delicious! So I’m making them again for Christmas Day dinner!

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    • Sandy
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    I made this for my Christmas party and it was a hit. This is so good. I didn’t have cornflakes and used panko. Thank you for this recipe ♥️

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      • I Heart Naptime Community

      I’m so glad you enjoyed the Cheesy Potatoes Sandy! The substitute of panko sounds yummy, I’m glad it worked out!

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    • Reggie

    Should I rinse my potatoes?

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      • I Heart Naptime Community

      No, you do not rinse the hash browns :) It’s important to thaw the bag of hash browns first before using. If they are still frozen, the excess water could make your cheesy potato casserole runny when baking.

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FAQs

Can you reheat potato bake twice? ›

Reheating them in the oven at 400° will re-crisp the potato skin while keeping the filling inside nice and creamy still. The potatoes will take about 15 to 20 minutes to reheat again. If you're in a rush, microwaving them is fine too, though parts of the potato might turn a little tough due to uneven heating.

How to reheat Betty Crocker scalloped potatoes? ›

Cover cooled cooked dish of scalloped potatoes tightly and store in the refrigerator. To reheat several servings: bake them covered with foil at 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes or until heated through.

How do you reheat scalloped potatoes in the air fryer? ›

Store any leftover scalloped potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat scalloped potatoes in a small baking dish in the air fryer at 320 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-5 minutes, or until heated through.

How long to reheat potatoes in oven at 350? ›

The Best Way to Reheat a Baked Potato

The skin crisps up beautifully, and the interior gets hot and fluffy. Plus, you can reheat a whole rack of baked potatoes in one go. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place potato on a baking sheet or directly on the oven rack, and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.

How do you reheat baked potatoes with cheese? ›

  1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Take the potatoes out of the freezer.
  3. Unwrap from foil and plastic wrap and place in an oven-safe baking dish.
  4. Cover the baking dish with foil and place in the oven.
  5. Reheat for 40‒50 minutes or until mostly warm.
  6. For cheesy potatoes, take them out of the oven at 40 minutes.
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What temperature do you reheat potato bake? ›

To reheat, preheat oven to 170°C. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes or until heated through.

Can I prepare baked potatoes ahead of time? ›

Rather than chance any health problems in an attempt to save prep time later on, it's best to wash and prepare potatoes just prior to cooking. Also, we always discourage baking potatoes in foil, as this prevents the moisture within to naturally escape, resulting in a more saturated or gummy interior.

How to reheat cheesy scalloped potatoes? ›

Larger portions can be reheated too, the best method for reheating large portions is in a low-temperature oven (300-325 °F) for about 60-90 minutes depending on the size. The low temperature ensures that the cream does not separate.

Do scallop potatoes reheat well? ›

How to Reheat Scalloped Potatoes. Reheating refrigerated cooked scalloped potatoes is easy. While the oven preheats to 350˚F, place the dish on the counter. Add any toppings if necessary, then reheat the potatoes for about 30 minutes, or until they are hot and bubbly.

What's the difference between scalloped potatoes and au gratin potatoes? ›

The difference comes down to cheese. Scalloped potato recipes are usually baked in a basic cream sauce until soft and tender, with no cheese topping. Potatoes au gratin are a bit more decadent. They are made with lots of cheese sprinkled in between the layers of potatoes and also on top of the casserole.

Are scalloped potatoes good the next day? ›

Scalloped potatoes are definitely a recipe worth keeping in your arsenal, especially for nights when you deserve an extra special treat. These are scrumptious served warm from the oven but I think they get even better as they cool. In fact, I actually prefer them cooked and reheated the next day.

How long are leftover scalloped potatoes good? ›

Cooked potatoes and other cooked vegetables can be safely kept in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates fruits and vegetables, if more information is needed on produce, you can call the FDA toll-free at (888) 723-3366 or go to their website at FDA (www.fda.gov).

How to keep scalloped potatoes warm? ›

Cover dish loosely with foil and hold in a warm place through a typical service period, about two hours. If necessary, reheat in the oven or brown lightly under a salamander or broiler.

How do you reheat potato casserole in the oven? ›

The best way to is to cover it and put it into a cold oven. Covering the top will trap the steam in and keep it moist while it reheats. Set the oven temperature to 350°F and heat it to an internal temperature 165°F. Use an instant read thermometer to check that the it has reached a food safe temperature.

How long to reheat baked potato at 400? ›

Wrap them in foil and place them on the grill, which should be about 400°. Cook them for about 10-15 minutes, and rotate them halfway through.

What temperature do you reheat potato casserole? ›

To reheat casseroles in the oven, from single portions to entire casseroles, it's best to let the leftovers come to room temperature first. This will prevent baked or unbaked casseroles from becoming dried out while they reheat. Cover with foil and reheat in a 350ºF oven until hot throughout.

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