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Cheesy potato casserole on a plate with ham and green beans

Easy Cheesy Potato Casserole Recipe

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Description

This cheesy potato casserole has layers of tender potatoes, melty cheese, and a flavorful sauce. Perfect for holidays and potlucks.


Ingredients

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  • 40 oz. refrigerated diced potatoes
  • 4 green onions
  • 1 cup cream of chicken soup (condensed)
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups fried onions

Instructions

  1. Prep ingredients:
    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
    Thaw potatoes if frozen and drain off any excess liquid.
    Thinly slice green onions.
  2. Melt butter in a large bowl and then add the soup, sour cream, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth.
  3. Fold in diced potatoes, green onions, and sharp cheddar cheese. Place mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
    Glass bowl with ingredients for cheesy potato casserole recipe
  4. Sprinkle with fried onions and top with aluminum foil. Cook for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10-15 minutes, or until potatoes are tender. 
    Funeral potatoes in a white baking dish

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat the leftovers in a microwave or a 375-degree F oven until heated through.
  • Ingredient notes: Look for a can of cream of chicken soup (condensed), you could also use cream of mushroom soup, or some people like to use cream of celery. I used plain Simply Potatoes Diced Potatoes, but you could also use the version with onions and peppers. 
  • Prep ahead: Prepare and assemble the potato mixture a day or two ahead, then store it in the refrigerator. Bake when ready.
  • Serve with: Roasted chicken, smoked meats, shredded beef, or apricot-glazed ham.