Pepper Jack Potato Casserole

Pepper Jack Potato Casserole

Pepper Jack Potato Casserole - our favorite potato casserole recipe. It is like a cross between traditional potato casserole and scalloped potatoes. LOVE the cheesy bacon cracker crust!!! Frozen shredded hash browns, cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, pepper jack cheese, butter, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, ritz crackers, parmesan and bacon. Can make ahead and freeze for later. I always have a batch on hand for a quick and delicious side dish! #potatocasserole #freezermeal #sidedish

This Pepper Jack Potato Casserole is a new favorite in our house!!! OMG! So creamy and delicious. This potato casserole is different from other recipes in that it uses heavy cream. The cream makes this a cross between a potato casserole and scalloped potatoes. It makes such a difference! So yummy!!!

If you are watching your calories, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream without sacrificing the creaminess. I have made this Pepper Jack Potato Casserole with both and it turns out great either way.

This Pepper Jack Potato Casserole is loaded with tons of great flavor! I loved all the yummy pepper jack cheese. If you aren't a fan of pepper jack, feel free to substitute monterey jack. Don't skip the topping - it really puts the potato casserole over the top! Ritz crackers, parmesan cheese and bacon - YASSS!!!

You can make this Pepper Jack Potato Casserole ahead of time and freeze for later. I like to split the casserole between a couple of foil pans and bake one now and freeze the others for a quick side dish later.

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casserole, freezer meal, potatoes, side dish, potluck

Side Dish

American

Yield: serves 10 to 12Author: Stephanie - Plain Chicken.com

Pepper Jack Potato Casserole

prep time: 10 minscook time: 45 minstotal time: 55 mins

Pepper Jack Potato Casserole - our favorite potato casserole recipe. It is like a cross between traditional potato casserole and scalloped potatoes. LOVE the cheesy bacon cracker crust!!! Frozen shredded hash browns, cream of chicken soup, heavy cream, pepper jack cheese, butter, sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, ritz crackers, parmesan and bacon. Can make ahead and freeze for later. I always have a batch on hand for a quick and delicious side dish! #potatocasserole #freezermeal #sidedish #potatoes

ingredients:

• 1 (30 to 32-oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns
• 1 (10.75-oz) can cream of chicken soup
• 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
• 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
• 1/2 cup cooked chopped bacon
• 1 tsp paprika

instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400ºF. Lightly spray a 9x13x2-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, combine hash browns, cream of chicken soup, pepper jack cheese, heavy cream, butter, sour cream, 1/4 cup grated parmesan, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
3. Spoon potato mixture into prepared pan.
4. Combine crushed crackers, bacon, remaining 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and paprika. Sprinkle over potatoes.
5. Bake, uncovered, for 45 to 50 minutes, until bubbly.

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