Description
Funeral Potatoes are a classic, comforting side dish made with cheesy, creamy potatoes blended with savory seasonings and topped with a crispy, buttery potato chip crust. Perfect for gatherings, holidays, or as a cozy family meal, this crowd-pleaser is quick to prep and always a hit.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 28 ounce package frozen cubed O’Brien potatoes, thawed (with or without peppers)
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
- 1 tablespoon dried chives
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups sour cream
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Topping
- 2 cups finely crushed potato chips (measured after crushing)
- 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
Instructions
- Thaw the Potatoes: Place the frozen cubed O’Brien potatoes in the refrigerator to thaw overnight. Alternatively, thaw them on the counter for about an hour until softened.
- Prep the Oven & Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray an 11×7-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. A 9×13-inch dish can be used for a thinner layer.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the thawed potatoes, garlic salt, pepper, dried onion flakes, dried chives, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix to combine well, ensuring even distribution of seasonings and cheese.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the cream of chicken soup and sour cream, mixing thoroughly to create a creamy, even mixture.
- Spread and Bake: Evenly spread the potato mixture into the prepared baking dish. Cover the dish with nonstick foil and bake for about 45 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
- Add Topping: Once baked, remove from the oven. Sprinkle the crushed potato chips evenly over the surface, then drizzle the melted salted butter over the chips.
- Finish Baking: Return the dish to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 10 minutes to crisp the topping.
- Broil for Extra Crunch (Optional): For a more golden topping, place the casserole under the broiler for 1-2 minutes. Watch closely and rotate as needed to ensure even browning.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the Funeral Potatoes to cool for about 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing and optimal flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute plain cubed hashbrowns if O’Brien potatoes aren’t available.
- Add cooked bacon bits or diced ham for extra flavor and protein.
- For a vegetarian version, use cream of mushroom or celery soup instead of cream of chicken.
- Keep a close eye when broiling to avoid burning the potato chip topping.
- Perfect as a holiday side or a comforting potluck dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
