Ohhh yes 😍 Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole is pure comfort food—hearty, creamy, and perfect for busy nights or potlucks. Here’s a classic, crowd-pleasing version.
Cheesy Hamburger Potato Casserole
Serves: 6–8
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3–4 cups potatoes, thinly sliced (russet or Yukon gold)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1½–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Optional: paprika for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Brown beef with onion in a skillet. Drain excess fat.
- Mix sauce: combine soup, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Layer casserole:
- Half the potatoes
- Half the beef
- Half the soup mixture
- Half the cheese
Repeat layers.
- Cover with foil and bake 60 minutes.
- Uncover, sprinkle paprika if desired, and bake 15–20 minutes more until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.
- Rest 10 minutes before serving.
Tips
- Slice potatoes thin so they cook evenly.
- If potatoes aren’t tender, cover and bake another 10–15 minutes.
- Let it rest—this helps it set up nicely.
Easy Variations
🧀 Add mozzarella or Colby Jack for extra melt
🥓 Add cooked bacon or sausage
🥦 Add green beans, corn, or peas
🌶️ Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce
Make-Ahead & Storage
- Assemble up to 24 hours ahead, refrigerate, and bake when ready
- Freezes well after baking
If you want, I can also give you a slow cooker version or a creamier version using sour cream 😏
