Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2

Prepare a 9x13 baking dish by spraying with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine: hashbrowns, butter, salt, pepper, onions, cream of chicken soup, sour cream and half the cheese. Mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Spoon into a baking dish, do not smush it down at all. Cover with the remaining cheese.

Step 5

Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, until browned and bubbly.

Step 6

Garnish with fresh chives or green onions