Cheesy Potatoes W Corn Flakes Recipe

This crowd-pleasing recipe is a summer BBQ staple! Easy to prep ahead, these cheesy potatoes with a crunchy cornflake topping are baked to golden perfection. Made with reduced-fat cheddar cheese, light sour cream, and 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup for a lighter take on a classic comfort food.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 676.2 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 3.9 (16 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cheesy Potatoes W Corn Flakes

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How to Make Cheesy Potatoes W Corn Flakes

  1. Remove 4 cups of frozen hash browns from the freezer; leave them in the bag.
  2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of butter in the microwave.
  3. Stir in 1 cup light sour cream, 2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and 1 (10.75 ounce) can 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup until well combined.
  4. Spread the frozen hash browns evenly in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Pour the sour cream, cheese, and soup mixture over the hash browns.
  6. In a medium saucepan, melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of butter over medium heat. Add 2 cups crushed corn flakes and stir until the butter is evenly absorbed.
  7. Add more crushed corn flakes if needed to achieve desired topping thickness.
  8. Sprinkle the cornflake mixture evenly over the cheese and soup mixture.
  9. Bake for 75 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until heated through and the topping is golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

147g

Carbs

13g