Name: Crockpot Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole (without Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 260 min
Total time: 275 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter; 1 small onion (chopped); 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups broth; 24 ounces sour cream; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 26 ounces frozen hash browns; 8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese (divided)

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Crockpot Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole is your ticket to comfort any time of the day! The texture is perfectly creamy and cheesy, with tender potatoes and crispy edges. What's more, this homemade delight requires less than 15 minutes of prep time. So, whether it's a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this easy-to-make side dish is sure to impress!

Overhead photo of a hash brown casserole in a crockpot with a spoon.

If you're looking for an easy and delicious dish, this crockpot hash brown casserole is the perfect recipe!

It's a family-friendly dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting dinner side dish.

Ingredients and Substitutions

Photo of shredded cheese, frozen hash browns, onion, sour cream, butter, broth, flour, and seasonings.

Butter: Butter can be substituted with an equal amount of margarine or oil.
Onion: To switch things up, try using shallots or leeks instead.
Flour: The flour is used as a thickener for the sauce. If you need to make the recipe gluten-free, use cornstarch or arrowroot powder instead. Gluten-free flour would also work.
Broth: You can use chicken, beef, or vegetable broth, depending on your preference.
Sour cream: Greek yogurt or cream cheese can be used as a substitution. You could also use cream of chicken soup in its place.
Garlic Powder: For a stronger garlic flavor, use fresh minced garlic instead.
Salt: I used sea salt, but feel free to use kosher salt or table salt.
Black pepper: Feel free to adjust the amount to your liking.
Frozen Hash Browns: This recipe would also work with frozen diced potatoes. The total time for cooking should be about the same.
Cheese: You can use any type of shredded cheese in this crockpot hashbrown casserole. I like cheddar, but other great options are mozzarella, gruyere, gouda, Monterey Jack, or a blend of cheeses.

Step by Step Instructions

For the full hash brown casserole crock pot recipe with measurements, see the recipe card at the end of the post.

Melted butter in a saucepan. — To begin, melt the butter in a saucepan.

Onions sprinkled with flour in a pan. — Once melted, add the chopped onion and cook for approximately 5 minutes until softened. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir to combine.

Broth added to butter, onion, and flour in a pan. — Slowly pour in the broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.

Photo of a thickened broth base sauce in a saucepan. — Cook the mixture for 5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Sour cream and seasonings added to make the sauce for hash brown casserole. — Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Hash browns in the bottom of a slow cooker. — Arrange the hash browns in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Photo of cheese and a homemade creamy sauce being added to hash browns in a crockpot. — Toss them with the prepared sauce and 1 cup of shredded cheese until well-coated.

Hash browns in a creamy sauce in a slow cooker. — Cook on low for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.

Crockpot cheesy hash brown casserole in a slow cooker ready to cook. — For the final touch, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top of the casserole. Cover the lid and cook for another 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Tips and Tricks

Want to make cleanup for this hash brown casserole in a crockpot a breeze? Use a slow cooker liner!
Add cooked breakfast sausage, ham, or bacon for an extra protein boost.
If you prefer a crispier texture, transfer the casserole to a baking dish and broil for a few minutes until golden brown and crispy. Top with crumbled potato chips or breadcrumbs if you like.
Customize this hash brown casserole crockpot recipe by adding your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini.
Make sure to stir the casserole halfway through cooking to ensure even cooking and distribution of the sauce.

Storage

Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, simply microwave or bake in the oven until heated through.

The casserole can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

More Slow Cooker Sides to Try

Crockpot Mashed Potatoes: Creamy, buttery, and oh-so-easy to make, these mashed potatoes will be the star of your next holiday dinner.
Crockpot Cheesy Potatoes: Made with frozen hash browns and plenty of cheddar cheese, this comforting dish is perfect for everything from potlucks to Christmas dinner.
Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes: Tender layers of thinly sliced potatoes smothered in a creamy sauce and baked to perfection in a slow cooker – need I say more?
Crockpot Mac and Cheese: A classic comfort food made even better by cooking it in a crockpot! Creamy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

Overhead photo of a bowl of hash brown casserole sitting next to the slow cooker from which it was scooped.

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Crockpot Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole (without Soup)

Crockpot Cheesy Hash Brown Casserole is your ticket to comfort city, any time of the day! The texture is perfectly creamy and cheesy, with tender potatoes and crispy edges. What's more, this homemade delight requires less than 15 minutes of prep time. So, whether it's a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this easy-to-make side dish is sure to impress!

Prep Time15

Cook Time4 20

Total Time4 35

Course: Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: slow cooker

Servings:

Calories: 281kcal

Author: Wendy Polisi

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1 small onion chopped
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups broth
24 ounces sour cream
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
26 ounces frozen hash browns
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese divided

Instructions

Melt the butter in a saucepan. Add the onion, and cook for 5 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the onion and stir.
Add the broth slowly, whisking to dissolve the flour. Once all the broth is added, cook for about 5 minutes, until the sauce is thickened slightly.
Remove from the heat and stir in the sour cream, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Place the hash browns in the bottom of your slow cooker. Toss with the sauce and 1 cup of the cheese.
Cook on low for 4 hours. Stir in the remaining cheese, and cook for another 10 minutes.

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