Description
Southern chicken hamburger and Potato Casserole is a heartwarming dish that encapsulates the essence of comfort food. This recipe harmoniously blends tender ground beef and creamy potatoes, enhanced by a savory mushroom sauce and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ideal for family dinners or potluck gatherings, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also guarantees to please even the pickiest eaters. With its rich flavors and satisfying texture, each bite feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 4 cups potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned; drain excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Layer half of the sliced potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half of the cooked beef and half of the onion. Pour half of the sauce over these layers. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over cheese layer.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider including sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms in the meat mixture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2-3 months.