Cheesy Bacon Hash Brown Casserole

Cheesy Bacon Hash Brown Casserole

Ingredients:

• 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hash browns, thawed
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 8 slices)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Prepare the Casserole Mixture:
   • In a large bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and chopped onion.
   • In another bowl, mix the sour cream, cream of chicken soup, melted butter, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
3. Combine and Bake:
   • Pour the sour cream mixture over the hash brown mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
   • Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake the Casserole:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.
5. Serve:
   • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy your cheesy bacon hash brown casserole!