Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of Southern chicken hamburger and Potato Casserole, a hearty dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This savory casserole features layers of tender ground beef, thinly sliced potatoes, and a rich, creamy sauce, all topped with melted cheddar cheese and a crunchy breadcrumb layer. Not only is it easy to prepare, but its simple ingredients come together to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Get ready for a delicious experience that warms the heart and delights the taste buds!
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 oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Layer half the potatoes in the baking dish, followed by half the beef, half the onions, and half the sauce; repeat layers.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Mix breadcrumbs with melted butter; sprinkle over cheese layer.
- Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes; 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: 1/8 casserole (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added nutrition or variety, consider incorporating vegetables like bell peppers or spinach into your layers. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses for unique flavors.