5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
If you’re searching for an easy slow cooker casserole that delivers big comfort with minimal effort, this 5-ingredient slow cooker cheesy hashbrown casserole is pure gold. It’s the kind of creamy potato casserole that shows up at potlucks, game-day spreads, holiday tables, and busy-morning brunches and disappears fast. Just dump, stir, and let the crockpot do the work while you focus on the fun.
This recipe was built for real life: budget-friendly ingredients, hands-off cooking, and a rich, cheesy texture that tastes like it simmered all afternoon. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or need a no-stress side dish, this classic delivers every time.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Only 5 ingredients simple pantry and freezer staples
Set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker recipe perfect for busy days
Ultra-creamy and cheesy comfort food at its best
Perfect for potlucks, holidays, and game day
Make-ahead friendly and reheats beautifully
Serves: 8
Ingredients:
1 (32-ounce) bag frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salted butter, melted
Directions:
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with butter or nonstick spray.
In a large bowl, combine the thawed hash browns, 1½ cups cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and melted butter.
Stir gently until the potatoes are evenly coated and everything is well blended.
Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker and spread it into an even layer.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until hot, bubbly, and tender.
During the last 15–20 minutes, sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and let it melt.
Let the casserole rest on WARM for 10 minutes before serving for the best creamy texture.
Serving Ideas:
Breakfast or Brunch: Serve with eggs, sausage, and fresh fruit
Dinner Side Dish: Pair with meatloaf, baked chicken, or grilled beef
Holidays & Potlucks: Perfect next to turkey, or roast beef
Add something tangy like coleslaw or pickles to balance the richness
Variations & Tips:
Use sharp cheddar for bolder cheese flavor
Swap cream of chicken with cream of mushroom or celery
Add garlic powder, onion powder, or black pepper for extra depth
If leftovers thicken, stir in a splash of milk before reheating
