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Cheesy Chicken and Potato Casserole with Bacon

In this cheesy chicken and potato casserole, frozen hash browns with onions and peppers are topped with cooked chicken, a delicious soup mixture, and Cheddar cheese. Baked until hot and bubbling and sprinkled with crumbled bacon, this savory, satisfying casserole is sure to please.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 4664.2 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 13x9x2-inch Baking Dish Essential for baking the casserole.
  • 1 Medium Mixing Bowl For combining the soup mixture ingredients.
  • 1 Stirring Spoon or Spatula For mixing ingredients and spreading layers.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • Vegetable cooking spray
  • 1 10.5 ounce can Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese or Colby Jack cheese
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 28 ounce package frozen diced potatoes (hash browns) with onions and peppers, thawed
  • Salt
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 4 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or thinly sliced green onion

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 13x9x2-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir soup, sour cream, 1 cup cheese, milk, garlic powder, and black pepper in a medium bowl.
  • Spread potatoes in the baking dish. Season potatoes with salt and additional black pepper. Top with chicken. Spread soup mixture over chicken. Cover the baking dish.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until potatoes are tender and mixture is hot and bubbling. Uncover the baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with bacon and chives before serving.

Notes

For an elevated flavor profile, consider using fresh diced potatoes and sautéing them slightly before assembling, which adds a superior texture. Additionally, sautéing fresh diced onions and bell peppers will enhance the aromatics significantly compared to relying solely on the frozen mix. To deepen the richness, opt for a sharp cheddar or a blend of cheeses like Gruyère and Colby Jack. Ensure your hash browns are fully thawed to prevent excess moisture and ensure even cooking. Don't overcrowd the baking dish, and allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking; this helps the components set, making for cleaner portions. A pinch of smoked paprika in the soup mixture can add a lovely depth. For the chicken, leftover rotisserie chicken works beautifully for convenience.