Name: Dickey's Potato Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 5 large Russet potatoes (peeled and chopped); 1/4 cup butter; ⅔ cup sour cream; ⅓ cup milk; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 slices bacon (cooked and chopped); 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 2 stalks green onions (trimmed and sliced)

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Dickey’s Potato Casserole is a popular item on the Dickey’s BBQ menu, so of course I want to share a copycat version of this delicious side dish. Creamy mashed potatoes, tons of cheese, and topped with crispy bacon!

heaping serving of Dickey's bbq copycat potato casserole on a serving spoon

Dickey’s Baked Potato Casserole

Loaded baked potatoes are a side that everyone can enjoy. Full of shredded cheese, chopped green onions, bacon, and creamy mashed potatoes. They are always a great option for a side dish.

Even better by adding some sour cream and extra butter. You just can’t go wrong there.

With the Dickey’s copycat loaded potato casserole, you make a loaded baked potato but in casserole dish.

So it is also easy to serve as well as to save leftovers for later too. In fact, you can even enjoy it right out of the fridge like a potato salad too.

There isn’t too much prep involved, just boil your potatoes ahead of time and use a potato masher to break them up a bit before adding to the casserole dish.

Layer in the other ingredients on the seasoned potato mixture, then into the oven for about 30 minutes. Serve when the cheese has a nice light crust on top.

If you love copycat recipes, check out my Cracker Barrel hashbrown casserole and my Pioneer Woman hamburger potato casserole.

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labeled ingredients for a potato casserole

See recipe card for complete information on ingredients and their quantities.

Ingredient Notes

Potatoes – I like to use Russet potatoes as they are the best for casseroles.
Sour cream – Full fat, reduced fat, or fat free works. Plain Greek yogurt is great too.

Best Potatoes to Use

Use any type of potato, but if you want the best results, use Russets. Russet potatoes have excellent flavor and the high starch content results in a light and fluffy texture.

Russets are great because you find them literally everywhere too.

If you see “Idaho” potatoes then those are russets too. Idaho just happens to grow quite a bit of them.

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How To Make Dickey’s Potato Casserole

In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add peeled and diced potatoes. Cook until potatoes are fork tender and drain.

Preheat oven to 350F. Spray a 2 quart or 8×8 baking dish with nonstick spray.

cooked potatoes and sour cream in a bowl

In a large bowl, mash the potatoes and add butter, sour cream, milk, and spices.

Spoon into the baking dish, top with cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions.

Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Remove and serve warm. Enjoy.

For the full recipe and detailed cooking instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.

cooked copycat Dickey's potato casserole beside extra green onions ready to serve

How long does it last?

Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just be sure to seal them tightly with either plastic wrap or an food storage container.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Making Dickey’s potato casserole ahead of time works great. You can even store it easily for 3 or 4 days before you plan to serve it.

Reheat for 15 to 20 minutes in an oven at 350F, or in the microwave at 1 minute intervals, until warmed through.

Can I freeze it?

Not all vegetable casseroles are great for freezing because they can release a lot of water when you thaw them. Luckily this one is great for freezing for up to 3 months.

fork full of potato casserole with melted cheese on top

Tips For The Best Casserole

The size of the potatoes can vary. You will need about 5 cups of peeled diced potatoes.
Add a tablespoon of ranch seasoning mix for a kick in flavor.
Cook until the cheese melts and the internal temperature reaches 165F.
Feel free to try other cheeses too. I love a pepper jack!
I love to serve this with some delicious barbecue chicken or brisket and a green bean casserole.

Craving more casseroles?

Check out my twice baked potato or cheesy mashed potato casserole. Want something that’s a main dish? My beefy potato taco casserole in a crockpot is perfect!

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dickey's loaded potato casserole collage

You don’t have to go to Dickey’s BBQ to enjoy this copycat baked potato casserole, so why not make your own bbq at home and serve it with this. Dickey’s is great, but homemade is always going to taste best!