Pimento Cheese Hash Brown Casserole Recipe
A creamy, spicy, and cheesy casserole combining crispy hash brown potatoes with jalapeno pimento cheese, sour cream, and savory seasonings. This comforting dish is perfect as a hearty side or a satisfying brunch option, baked to golden bubbling perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 20 ounces frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1.5 – 2 cups jalapeno pimento cheese (or the entire yield of the linked recipe)
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3–4 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
Topping
- 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350° Fahrenheit. Lightly spray a 9×13 inch casserole dish with a non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss the frozen shredded potatoes with the melted butter to coat evenly. Add the jalapeno pimento cheese, sour cream, chicken broth, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the creamy potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly. If desired, sprinkle the 1/2 cup of grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top as an optional topping.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the edges are bubbling and starting to brown.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to sit for about 5 minutes. This resting time helps it set, making it easier to serve and enhancing the flavors.
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of jalapeno pimento cheese or adding fresh jalapenos.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- The casserole can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick meal.
- If you prefer a crustier top, broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Keywords: pimento cheese casserole, hash brown casserole, jalapeno pimento cheese, baked potato casserole, cheesy hash browns
