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Funeral Potatoes

A creamy and indulgent side dish combining hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese, and a crunchy cornflake crust. Perfect for gatherings, this comforting recipe is rich, savory, and satisfying with a golden, bubbly finish.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 325kcal
Author: AI Generator

Ingredients

  • 1 (32-ounce) bag frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 1-2 cups sour cream
  • 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups cornflakes

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together sour cream, cream of chicken soup, 1/4 cup melted butter, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Stir in the hash brown potatoes and shredded cheese until fully incorporated.
  • Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with extra cheese if desired.
  • Crush cornflakes in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin until finely crushed. Mix with remaining 1/4 cup melted butter until evenly moistened.
  • Sprinkle the cornflake mixture over the potato mixture in the baking dish.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

Notes

For a cheesy twist, add extra shredded cheddar to the top layer.
Use panko breadcrumbs as a dairy-free alternative to cornflakes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven for best texture.