Cheesy Party Potatoes Recipe

Cheesy Party Potatoes bake up creamy and golden with shredded hashbrowns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and a crunchy corn flakes topping, making them a homemade casserole everyone recognizes as classic Funeral Potatoes. This oven-baked dish comes together quickly, works for breakfast or dinner, and feeds a crowd with that familiar, cozy flavor people always ask about. You'll see how the Best Cheesy Party Potatoes Recipe comes together with simple swaps to keep it gluten-free and tips for getting the creamiest texture straight from the oven. Pin this recipe now so you've got a quick, crowd-friendly hash brown casserole ready whenever you need an easy win.

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Why is this the best cheesy party potato recipe

This cheesy party potato recipe is versatile. It's perfect for any family meal or holiday party. The recipe itself is also versatile as you can add the cornflake topping (or Ritz crackers or potato chips), and crispy cooked bacon bits, along with various cheeses, and whatever mix-ins you want. The possibilities are endless!

These easy cheesy potatoes are absolutely delicious! The combination of gooey cheese with soft, tender hash browns, sprinkled with more cheese and crunchy corn flakes, is delightful!

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This recipe makes the best party potatoes anytime! It's super easy to make and quick enough for busy weeknight dinners, but impressive enough for any dinner party or holiday brunch.

This is an easy recipe for cheesy party potatoes. Mix most of the ingredients in a large bowl, then add thawed hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, and green onions. Pour the potato mixture into a deep casserole dish, top with more cheese and buttered cornflakes. Bake. That's it!

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The ingredients for the dish are common and easy to find. You likely already have most of the simple ingredients for this easy party potatoes recipe in your pantry. If you need an ingredient or two, you can easily find them in most local grocery stores or on Amazon!

This cheesy potato recipe tastes amazing! These party potatoes are delicious on their own, but to add more texture and flavor, you can top them with bacon, jalapeños, and additional shredded cheeses such as Monterey Jack, smoked Gouda, or pepper jack. Add in your favorite veggies or make it a complete hearty meal with diced ham or breakfast sausage.

This easy recipe is allergy-friendly. As written, this recipe is gluten-free as long as your cream of mushroom soup and cornflakes are gluten-free. (Some are, some aren't, so check the label.) You can make your own cream of mushroom soup if you can't find a gluten-free version (link below). The recipe is also egg-free, soy-free, and nut-free. Cheesy party potatoes do contain a lot of dairy, so they can be vegetarian but not vegan. To make a vegetarian version, use a cream soup without chicken. Cream of mushroom or cream of asparagus would be great in this recipe.

What you'll need to make Easy Cheesy Potatoes with Hashbrowns

Equipment

• Deep 9x13 pan - This recipe makes a lot of potatoes and needs a big pan.
• Aluminum foil - This is to cover the casserole and prevent the cornflakes from burning.

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See the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for all measurements and nutritional information.

• frozen hash browns - I suggest you use the shredded style of potatoes, but you could also use the diced kind if you wanted to. The potatoes would be less creamy and more chunky if you did that. They should be thawed, not frozen, so put them in the fridge overnight before you make the potatoes.
• unsalted butter - This needs to be melted. If you only have salted better, it's okay. Use that and don't reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.
• condensed cream of chicken soup - This should be undiluted. This often contains gluten, so if you are gluten-free, make your own using this cream of something soup recipe that we have used for over a decade.
• sour cream - This is part of what makes your party potatoes so rich and creamy.
• whole milk or half-and-half - I would not use low fat or non-fat milk in this recipe. You need the fat to make the casserole thick and rich.
• salt & black pepper - For seasoning.
• shredded cheddar cheese - I love shredded sharp cheddar, but you can use any shredded cheese. I buy cheese pre-shredded in the grocery store, and that melts just fine, so feel free to buy it instead of shredding it yourself. Most of the flavor of these potatoes comes from the cheese, so use a cheese that you really like.
• chopped green onions - These will go in the potato mixture and also get sprinkled on top of the casserole.
• corn flakes or crushed Ritz crackers - You need a little crunch on top of these cheesy potatoes. Cornflakes are usually gluten-free, and Ritz crackers are buttery and rich. You could also use toasted breadcrumbs or panko.
• melted butter - You'll mix this with the cornflakes to make a buttery topping

How to make the best Party Potatoes Recipe

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 6 tablespoons of melted butter, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir with a whisk until smooth and creamy.
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3. Add the thawed hashbrowns, 1½ cups of the shredded cheese, and green onions. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
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4. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheese over the top.
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5. If desired, toss the crushed corn flakes or cracker crumbs with 2 tablespoons melted butter and sprinkle over the casserole for a crunchy topping.
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6. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the topping is lightly golden.
7. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
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Cook's Tips

You must thaw the hash browns completely and then pat dry to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.

If the hashbrowns have not been fully thawed or drained, the casserole will be watery. Make sure to remove any excess moisture before baking.

Don't overmix the hashbrowns; it can make them mushy.

For a crispier top, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.

You have to let the casserole rest for at least 10 minutes before serving so it's not completely liquid when scooped.

Double the recipe for large gatherings. This dish goes fast!

Substitutions & variations

You can also use fresh potatoes instead of frozen. Grate peeled potatoes and sprinkle with salt. Allow to sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze out extra moisture with paper towels before mixing into the cheesy filling. You may need to bake the casserole a little longer if the potatoes are not soft enough.

You can use cubed hashbrowns or even hashbrowns O'Brien. The texture will be more chunky rather than creamy, but they will still taste good.

You can use crushed Ritz crackers, toasted breadcrumbs, or panko in place of the cornflakes. All three of these substitutions contain gluten.

I used sharp cheddar for bold flavor and better color, but you can use whatever shredded cheese you want. Monterey Jack or pepper Jack are both good, as is Swiss or gouda or even a blend of multiple shredded cheeses.

For richer potatoes, replace half the whole milk with heavy cream.

Mix in caramelized onions and sautéed peppers for more depth.

Use cream of celery, cream of asparagus, or cream of mushroom soup for a vegetarian option.

Add cooked diced ham and/or cooked bacon or sausage to the potatoes to make it a hearty main dish. Check out this recipe for chicken hashbrown casserole that my kids beg for.

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Storing leftovers

Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until hot and bubbly, or microwave individual servings.

Make ahead instructions: Assemble, cover, and place in the fridge up to 24 hours before baking. Don't add the topping until you're ready to bake. You can also freeze before baking for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before cooking.

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