Start your morning with a hearty and satisfying Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole that’s loaded with comforting flavors and perfect for feeding a crowd. This easy and flavorful dish combines crispy golden tater tots, savory breakfast sausage, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and a rich, creamy egg mixture, all baked to perfection in just one pan. Seasoned with garlic and onion powder for an extra punch of flavor and finished with optional fresh green onions, this casserole is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings, or busy weekday mornings. With just 15 minutes of prep and customizable toppings, this make-ahead breakfast casserole is bound to become a family favorite.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or shortening.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (approximately 8-10 minutes). Drain the excess grease and set aside.
Spread the frozen tater tots evenly in the greased baking dish, ensuring they are in a single layer.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder until thoroughly combined.
Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the layer of tater tots.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the tater tots and sausage, ensuring the liquid seeps through evenly to the bottom of the dish.
Top the casserole with the shredded cheddar cheese, spreading it evenly over the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set in the center and the cheese is melted and golden.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
If desired, garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm. Enjoy!
Calories |
4755 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 332.9 g | 427% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.4 g | 627% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 30.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1681 mg | 560% | |
| Sodium | 12446 mg | 541% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 279.3 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 171.4 g | 343% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 2464 mg | 190% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 4214 mg | 90% | |
*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.