Description
This creamy chicken nacho hashbrown bake is a comforting and flavorful casserole combining tender shredded chicken, crispy hashbrowns, gooey cheddar and nacho cheese sauce, and a blend of spices. Perfect for a hearty family meal, it’s baked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup nacho cheese sauce or cheese dip
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup diced green chilies (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick during baking.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the thawed shredded hashbrowns, shredded cooked chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, nacho cheese sauce, sour cream, diced green chilies, diced onion, optional diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything thoroughly to distribute all flavors evenly.
- Transfer to baking dish: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly to ensure consistent cooking and browning.
- Bake the casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling, indicating the dish is heated through and ready to serve.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the bake from the oven, sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the top for a burst of color and fresh flavor, then serve hot and enjoy your creamy chicken nacho hashbrown bake.
Notes
- Thaw the hashbrowns completely to avoid excess water in the casserole.
- Use mild or spicy green chilies depending on your heat preference.
- Feel free to substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Optional diced tomatoes add freshness but can be omitted if preferred.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
