Description
Slow Cooker Funeral Potatoes are the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for any gathering or holiday celebration. This cheesy hash brown casserole is a crowd favorite that combines tender potatoes with creamy sour cream and sharp cheddar cheese, all topped with a crunchy cornflake crust. With minimal prep, you simply mix the ingredients, let your slow cooker do the work, and enjoy a hearty side dish that will please both kids and adults alike. Whether served at potlucks or family dinners, this dish brings warmth and satisfaction to any table.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds frozen cubed hash browns
- 1 cup thick sour cream
- 1 can (10oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups crushed corn flakes
- 1/2 cup salted butter (melted)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and melted butter until blended.
- Add salt, onion powder, and black pepper; mix well.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully incorporated.
- Fold in frozen hash browns until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased slow cooker and spread it evenly.
- Cover and cook on high for about 3 hours or low for 5-6 hours, stirring halfway through if possible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours on high (5–6 hours on low)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use frozen hash browns for convenience and even cooking. For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked bacon or green onions. Make-ahead option: Prepare the mixture the night before and refrigerate until ready to cook.