Slow Cooker Hash Brown Casserole - Crock Pot Cheesy Hash Browns

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cream of chicken soup

🥗Healthier: homemade chicken broth

💰Cheaper: cream of mushroom soup

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: colby jack cheese

Colby jack is often less expensive and melts well.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

In a slow cooker, combine the thawed hash browns, cream of chicken soup, diced onion, minced garlic, paprika, melted butter, and shredded cheese (reserve some cheese for topping).

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Mix all the ingredients well.

Cover and cook on low for several hours until heated through and cheese is melted.

If using bacon, cook it separately and add it on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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