Best 6 Very Cheesy Healthy Hash Brown Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Very Cheesy, Healthy Hash Brown Casserole, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This wholesome casserole combines the crispy crunch of hash browns, the gooey richness of melted cheese, and a medley of nutritious vegetables, making it a perfect balance of comfort and health. With three variations to cater to different dietary preferences, this recipe promises a satisfying meal for everyone. The classic version is a crowd-pleaser, featuring a blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, while the veggie-packed version adds a colorful array of bell peppers, spinach, and mushrooms. For a lighter option, the Greek yogurt variation offers a tangy twist with a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt and feta cheese, reducing the overall fat content without compromising on flavor. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our Very Cheesy, Healthy Hash Brown Casserole, a versatile dish that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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Be prepared to make this cheesy hash brown casserole again and again. Creamy and cheesy, it's hard to believe this is a reduced-fat casserole. No potluck buffet should be without it! -Sue Ann O'Buck, Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of potato soup, undiluted
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 package (24 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Paprika

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the soup, sour cream, flour and garlic salt. Stir in potatoes and cheddar cheese. , Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and paprika. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 564mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

HASH BROWN CASSEROLE II



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Cheesy and delicious, this hash brown casserole has a crunchy topping.

Provided by CMANSKY

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Hash Brown Potato Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
½ cup melted butter
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
½ cup chopped onions
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups crushed cornflakes cereal
¼ cup melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine hash browns, 1/2 cup melted butter, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chopped onion, Cheddar cheese, salt and pepper. Place mixture in a 3 quart casserole dish.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, saute cornflakes in 1/4 cup melted butter, and sprinkle the mixture over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake covered in preheated oven for 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 60.6 mg, Fat 27.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Sodium 626.6 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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This cheesy hash brown casserole is pure comfort! From-scratch recipe without soup and without sour cream, topped with crispy corn flakes.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 18

30 to 32 oz frozen shredded hash browns defrosted
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 1% or 2% milk (use whole milk for a richer sauce; do not use skim)
2 cups low sodium chicken broth (divided (must be low sodium, or the casserole will be too salty))
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon dried mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup full-fat plain Greek yogurt* (about 7 ounces)
2 cups crushed cornflakes (see blog post above for other options)
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)

Steps:

  • Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
  • Spread the defrosted hash browns onto paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Pat as dry as possible.
  • In a Dutch oven or very large, deep skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, sprinkle the flour over the top. Whisk and cook, stirring constantly, until the flour is golden brown and smells nutty, about 90 seconds (don't shortcut this step, or you may have a raw flour taste).
  • Reduce the heat to low. Slowly add the milk and approximately half of the chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  • Whisk cornstarch into the remaining broth until smooth. Add to the skillet and whisk to combine.
  • Whisk in the Worcestershire, poultry seasoning, salt, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
  • Bring sauce to a simmer over medium high heat, whisking constantly. Continue to cook and stir until the sauce is thickened, about 7 to 8 minutes. Adjust the heat as needed so that you maintain a constant bubble but not an aggressive boil.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat. Whisk in 1 cup of the cheddar and Parmesan until smoothly combined. Whisk in Greek yogurt.
  • Add the dried hash browns and stir until evenly combined.
  • Transfer hash brown mixture to prepared baking dish and smooth into an even layer. Evenly top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar.
  • Prepare the topping: Place the cornflakes in a small bowl and pour the melted butter over the top. With a spatula, stir until the corn flakes are evenly coated. Sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
  • Cover the casserole with foil. Bake for 40 minutes, then uncover. Return to the oven and continue baking until the casserole is hot and bubbly, about 12 minutes more.
  • Switch the oven to broil (keep the pan on the center rack). Broil until the topping is golden, about 1 to 2 minutes, watching the carefully the entire time to make sure it does not burn. Remove from the oven and let rest at least 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 455 kcal, Carbohydrate 63 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 47 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

CHEESY HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
2 large green chiles, diced
2 jalapenos, finely diced
1 poblano chile, diced
2 onions, diced
4 pounds diced frozen hash brown potatoes (2 bags)
Salt and ground pepper
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
2 cups grated Monterey Jack
8 slices bacon, fried and chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet and saute the chiles and onions until browned, almost blackened. Add the frozen hash browns, some salt and pepper and toss together. Tip into a buttered baking dish and top with the cheese and bacon. Bake until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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When you're cooking for a crowd, break out the slow cooker for an easy, delicious side dish. These crockpot cheesy potatoes are the stuff of legend at potlucks everywhere. Don't count on having any leftovers the next day, but if you do, rewarm them in the microwave and serve them with scrambled eggs for a hearty next-day breakfast.

Provided by By Corey Valley

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 bags (20 oz each) refrigerated shredded hash brown potatoes
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (12 oz)
2 cups sour cream
1 can (10 1/2 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In 8-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic in butter, stirring frequently, 2 to 3 minutes or until translucent and soft.
  • In large bowl, stir onion mixture and remaining ingredients until well combined.
  • Place in slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 3 hours; stir. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 2 to 3 hours longer or until center of casserole reaches at least 165°F and edges are bubbly. Stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize About 3/4 Cup, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g

HEALTHY HASH BROWN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Healthy Hash Brown Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NikasMommy

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups frozen hash browns
3 egg whites
3 large eggs
1/4 cup skim milk
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1/2 cup low-fat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 and lightly grease a casserole dish.
  • Pour the frozen hash browns in casserole dish. In medium bowl, mix the eggs, egg whites and milk. Stir in the chilies.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the hash browns and top with the cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for about 1 hour.
  • Sometimes I add some cooked sausage, ham or bacon to this dish. It is also great topped with sliced tomatoes!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.6, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 108.3, Sodium 385.7, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.2, Protein 10.7

Tips

  • Choose the right potatoes: For the best results, use russet potatoes. They have a high starch content, which helps to create a crispy hash brown exterior and a tender, fluffy interior.
  • Shred the potatoes evenly: Use a box grater or a food processor fitted with a shredding blade to shred the potatoes. Make sure the shreds are all about the same size so that they cook evenly.
  • Season the potatoes well: Don't be afraid to season the potatoes generously with salt and pepper. This will help to bring out their flavor.
  • Use a nonstick skillet: A nonstick skillet will help to prevent the hash browns from sticking. If you don't have a nonstick skillet, you can grease a regular skillet with cooking spray.
  • Cook the hash browns in batches: Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking the hash browns. Cook them in batches so that they have enough room to brown evenly.
  • Flip the hash browns frequently: Flip the hash browns frequently so that they cook evenly on all sides.
  • Don't overcook the hash browns: Overcooked hash browns will be dry and crumbly. Cook them just until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

Conclusion

This Very Cheesy Healthy Hash Brown Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or brunch dish. It's perfect for a crowd, and it can be made ahead of time. The casserole is loaded with cheesy flavor, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So, what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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