Pimento Cheese Hash Brown Casserole Recipe
This Pimento Cheese Hash Brown Casserole combines the creamy, spicy goodness of jalapeno pimento cheese with tender shredded hash browns, baked to bubbly perfection. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a tasty side at any meal.
- 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 oven: Preheat your oven to 350° Fahrenheit and lightly spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare potato mixture: In a large mixing bowl, toss the frozen shredded hash browns with the melted butter to coat evenly. Then add the jalapeno pimento cheese, sour cream, chicken broth, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until combined.
- Assemble casserole: Pour the cheesy potato mixture into the prepared casserole dish, spreading it out evenly. If using, sprinkle the grated sharp cheddar cheese evenly on top as a flavorful finishing touch.
- Bake the casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for about 35 minutes or until the edges start to brown and the casserole is bubbly throughout.
- Rest and serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes to set slightly before serving warm. This allows the flavors to meld and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Make sure the hash browns are fully thawed and drained to avoid excess water in the casserole.
- The jalapeno pimento cheese adds a nice spicy kick, but you can adjust the amount according to your heat preference.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Adding extra sharp cheddar on top provides a delicious crispy cheesy crust as it bakes.
Keywords: pimento cheese casserole, hash brown casserole, jalapeno pimento cheese, cheesy potato bake, breakfast casserole, savory casserole
