Breakfast Casserole with Eggs (Printable Version)
A filling all-in-one morning dish with crispy hash browns, fluffy eggs, cheese and customizable mix-ins ready in just an hour.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 4 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
→ Egg Mixture
03 - 10 large eggs
04 - 1 cup whole milk
05 - ½ tsp salt
06 - ¼ tsp black pepper
07 - ½ tsp garlic powder
08 - ½ tsp onion powder
→ Add-ins
09 - 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage or bacon, crumbled (optional)
11 - ½ cup diced bell peppers
12 - ½ cup diced onion
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Spread thawed hash browns evenly in the dish and drizzle with olive oil or butter. Bake for 15 minutes to crisp slightly.
03 - Whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl.
04 - Remove the dish from the oven and layer cheese, meat (if using), bell peppers, and onion over the hash browns.
05 - Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top.
06 - Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.
07 - Let cool for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with parsley if desired.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- All in one complete breakfast with protein, carbs and vegetables
- Ready in just an hour with minimal hands on time
- Can be prepped the night before for stress free mornings
- Easily customizable with your favorite breakfast ingredients
02 -
- Freezes beautifully for up to 3 months, making it perfect for meal prep
- Contains approximately 310 calories per serving with 15g of protein
- Can be made gluten-free by checking all packaged ingredients for certification
03 -
- Allow hash browns to fully thaw before baking to ensure they cook evenly and become properly crisp
- Grate your own cheese rather than using pre-shredded varieties, which contain anti-caking agents that prevent proper melting
- Test for doneness by inserting a knife in the center, which should come out mostly clean with no runny egg mixture