Brunch Ham Enchilada Casserole Make Ahead

Elevate your morning meals with this irresistible Brunch Ham Enchilada Casserole Make Ahead—a hearty, flavor-packed dish perfect for stress-free entertaining. Layered with tender diced ham, savory shredded cheddar cheese, and zesty green chilies, all embraced by soft flour tortillas, this casserole is tied together with a perfectly spiced egg and milk mixture for a rich, cohesive bite. Designed for convenience, it’s assembled the night before to let the spices meld beautifully, making it oven-ready when you wake up. With a golden, cheesy top and a sprinkle of fresh green onions, this dish is an ideal centerpiece for brunch gatherings or indulgent family breakfasts. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this make-ahead recipe is your secret to hosting in style with minimal morning prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups, diced ham
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 10 small (8-inch) flour tortillas
• 8 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1 can (4 oz), diced green chilies
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup, sliced green onions
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2

Place 5 tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish, slightly overlapping to completely cover the base.

Step 3

Layer half of the diced ham, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the diced green chilies over the tortillas.

Step 4

Add another layer by repeating: 5 tortillas, the remaining diced ham, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and the rest of the diced green chilies.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, chili powder, ground cumin, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 6

Carefully pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered casserole, ensuring all areas are covered.

Step 7

Sprinkle the sliced green onions evenly on top for added flavor and color.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before baking.

Step 11

Bake the covered casserole in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the aluminum foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.

Step 13

Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes before cutting into squares.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy your make-ahead Brunch Ham Enchilada Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1983.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3282.3

Total Fat 167.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 1806.5mg	0%
Sodium 7498.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 36.4g
Protein 176.1g	0%

Vitamin D 555.7IU	0%
Calcium 3219.9mg	0%
Iron 24.5mg	0%
Potassium 2906.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 20.9%

Carbs: 34.2%