Chris's Breakfast Casserole

Start your morning off right with Chris's Breakfast Casserole, a hearty and delicious dish that's perfect for feeding a crowd. Packed with savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, crispy shredded hash browns, and melty cheddar cheese, this casserole combines all your breakfast favorites into one easy-to-make meal. Enhanced by sautéed onions, optional bell peppers, and a hint of garlic, each bite is bursting with comforting flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this make-ahead breakfast casserole is ideal for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or holiday gatherings. Serve it warm and pair it with fresh fruit, toast, or a cup of coffee for a breakfast that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfect for meal prep, family-style breakfasts, or entertaining guests, this casserole is the ultimate way to start your day on a flavorful note!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns
• 10 eggs
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup diced onions
• 1 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 can nonstick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease and set aside.

Step 4

Spread the frozen hash browns evenly in the prepared casserole dish.

Step 5

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onions and bell peppers (if using) until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 7

Layer the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables over the hash browns in the casserole dish.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sausage and vegetables.

Step 9

Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the casserole dish, making sure to cover everything evenly.

Step 10

Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 12

Serve warm as is or with your favorite breakfast sides like toast or fruit.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3028.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6401.1

Total Fat 466.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 2424.6mg	0%
Sodium 11429.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 285.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.9g	0%
Total Sugars 33.4g
Protein 205.1g	0%

Vitamin D 571.0IU	0%
Calcium 2591.4mg	0%
Iron 22.0mg	0%
Potassium 6432.1mg	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: 68.1%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 18.5%