Best 8 Cheesy Cajun Hash Browns Recipes

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Calling all hash brown lovers! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a flavor explosion of gooey cheese, zesty Cajun spices, and crispy golden potatoes. Our Cheesy Cajun Hash Browns recipe is not just a breakfast staple; it's a culinary masterpiece that will elevate your brunch or dinner game.

This delectable dish combines the classic comfort of hash browns with a vibrant Cajun twist. Diced potatoes are skillfully pan-fried until they achieve a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. Then, a generous blend of melted cheese, including cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan, is poured over the hash browns, creating a blanket of cheesy goodness. To elevate the flavors even further, a secret blend of Cajun spices, including paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, adds a touch of heat and smokiness to each bite.

But that's not all! This article also features two additional hash brown recipes to satisfy every craving. If you're a fan of classic flavors, the Simple Hash Browns recipe delivers a straightforward yet delicious combination of crispy potatoes and a hint of salt and pepper. For those who enjoy a hearty and savory twist, the Loaded Hash Browns recipe takes it up a notch with the addition of bacon, bell peppers, and onions, topped with a drizzle of sour cream and a sprinkle of chives.

Whether you're a hash brown aficionado or simply looking for a new and exciting breakfast or brunch dish, our Cheesy Cajun Hash Browns, Simple Hash Browns, and Loaded Hash Browns recipes are sure to hit the spot. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EASY CHEESY HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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This Easy Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole is comforting, delicious and super easy to make! All you'll need is 5 minutes to prep and a handful of simple ingredients. Perfect to feed a crowd.

Provided by Oriana Romero

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lb (907 g) frozen hash browns, (thawed (cubed or shredded))
½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, (melted)
10.75 oz (1 can) condensed cream of chicken ((see notes for homemade version))
2 cups ( 480 g) sour cream
½ cup onion, (chopped)
2 cups (230 g) cheddar cheese, (grated (see notes))
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º F (180º C). Spray casserole or baking dish (2-quart) with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and stir together until well combined. Pour into prepared pan or dish. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for 10-15 more minutes until the top is golden brown.
  • Serve with your favorite breakfast dishes, such as pancakes, waffles, or french toasts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 426 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY CHEESY HASH BROWNS



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These are delicious and if you love cheese, then you will love this recipe! Extremely easy to make as well!

Provided by cmath610

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 (10.75 ounce) cans cream of celery soup
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups crushed corn flakes
½ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir cream cheese, cream of celery soup, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Gently fold hash brown potatoes into soup mixture. Stir corn flakes with melted butter in a separate bowl. Spread potato mixture in an even layer into a 9x13-inch baking dish; sprinkle buttered corn flakes over the top.
  • Bake until casserole is bubbling and topping has browned, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 83.1 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 20.3 g, Sodium 689.6 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHEESY HASH BROWNS



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Frozen hash browns and a canned soup make preparing this hash brown recipe from Christy Mahlum of Grand Junction, Michigan a cinch. With a cheesy topping, it's a yummy classic you're both sure to enjoy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2-1/2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sour cream and soup. Stir in the potatoes, 1/2 cup cheese, onion, butter, salt and pepper. Pour into a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly and heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 24g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHEESY HASH BROWN BAKE



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These cheesy hashbrown potatoes were so popular at the morning meetings of our Mothers of Preschoolers group that we published it in our newsletter. It's a great dish for busy moms because it can be prepared ahead of time. It's perfect for brunches or to serve on Christmas morning. It's creamy, comforting and tasty. -Karen Burns, Chandler, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, soup, sour cream, 1-3/4 cups cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese. Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. , Bake, uncovered, until bubbly and cheese is melted, 40-45 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 18g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 554mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CHEESY HASH BROWNS



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Great for a breakfast or dinner side.

Provided by terra

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 cup chopped onion
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
8 ounces shredded Colby cheese
5 ⅓ tablespoons butter, melted
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons crushed corn flakes cereal

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix hash brown potatoes, sour cream, onion, cream of chicken soup, Colby cheese, and melted butter in a bowl; season to taste with salt and black pepper. Transfer mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and sprinkle top with corn flake crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.7 g, Cholesterol 150.7 mg, Fat 75.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 42.7 g, Sodium 1103.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

CHEESY CAJUN HASH BROWNS



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For an eye-opening start to the day, serve this spicy potato dish alongside your eggs or pancakes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 1/4 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
3/4 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese (3 oz)
1 bag (20 oz) refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 1 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender. Stir in flour and Cajun seasoning until combined. Slowly pour milk into onion mixture, stirring constantly until mixture is well combined and slightly thickened.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in Cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese until melted. Fold in potatoes until evenly coated with cheese sauce. Spoon mixture into casserole.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Bake 14 to 17 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1/2 Cup), Sodium 790 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CAJUN STYLE OVEN HASH BROWNS



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Nice spicy potatoes crunchy crisp. Use as much spice or as little as you want. great served with breakfast, lunch or dinner

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 large potatoes, peeled,cut int 1/2 " pieces and cooked until almost tender apprx 5 minutes,drain well
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning (Tony Chachere's or other cajun spice and if not available use additional tsp chili powder)
1/4 cup lite olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400F degrees.
  • Spread the potatoes single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle with the paprika, chili, cajun spice and then drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Mix the potatoes with a spatula to coat all sides evenly.
  • Season with salt.
  • Bake potatoes until crisp, turning with a spatula every 10 minutes, Apprx 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.6, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 20.1, Carbohydrate 48.7, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 5.7

SIMPLY POTATOES CHEESY HASH BROWNS



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Hash browns baked with cream of chicken soup, sour cream and cheese is a popular potluck casserole. You can't go wrong with this recipe! Courtesy of Simply Potatoes®.

Provided by Simply Potatoes

Categories     Potato

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (20 ounce) package Simply Potatoes® Shredded Hash Browns
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2 cups Crystal Farms® Shredded Cheddar Cheese
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1 1/2 cups corn flakes, coarsely crushed
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F Spray 2 quart glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray*. In large bowl, combine all hash brown ingredients; mix well. Spread into prepared baking dish.
  • In small bowl stir together topping ingredients. Spread topping evenly over hash browns. Bake 45 minutes or until hash browns are tender.
  • *Tip: An 11x17-inch rectangular or 8-inch square baking dish can be used.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.6, Fat 18, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 424.1, Carbohydrate 8.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.7, Protein 1.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your hash browns.
  • Shred the potatoes yourself. Pre-shredded potatoes often contain additives and preservatives that can alter the taste and texture of your hash browns.
  • Season the potatoes well. Don't be afraid to use plenty of salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
  • Cook the potatoes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Stir the potatoes frequently. This will help to prevent them from sticking to the pan and ensure that they cook evenly.
  • Add the cheese and other toppings towards the end of the cooking process. This will help to prevent them from burning.

Conclusion:

Cheesy Cajun hash browns are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect cheesy Cajun hash browns every time.

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