Description

This Waffle House Loaded Hashbrown Casserole is loaded with shredded hash browns, savory breakfast sausage, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, onions, and a creamy sauce for the ultimate comfort food breakfast. Perfect for brunch, holiday mornings, potlucks, and breakfast-for-dinner.

Ingredients

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1 (30-ounce) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
1 pound breakfast sausage
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
½ cup whole milk
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
2 green onions, sliced

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook breakfast sausage in a large skillet until browned. Drain excess grease and set aside.
Cook bacon until crispy and crumble into small pieces.
In a large bowl combine hash browns, sausage, bacon, onion, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese.
In a separate bowl whisk together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
Pour the sauce over the hashbrown mixture and stir until evenly combined.
Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until hot, bubbly, and golden brown around the edges.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

Make It Your Own:

Add diced ham for an even more authentic Waffle House flavor.
Swap Monterey Jack for Pepper Jack for extra heat.
Top with sausage gravy for an indulgent Southern breakfast.
Add sautéed mushrooms and extra onions for an “all the way” version.
Sprinkle with additional bacon just before serving.

Storage:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Freezer Instructions:
Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, biscuits, or a side of sausage gravy for a complete breakfast spread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 MINS
Category: Breakfast
Method: BAKED
Cuisine: American