Crockpot Breakfast Casserole (Overnight Option!)

This crockpot breakfast casserole is one of my favorite ways to make breakfast for a crowd without spending the whole morning in my kitchen. Layers of frozen hash browns, breakfast sausage, eggs, and cheddar cheese cook low and slow overnight until everything is tender and cheesy. You wake up to breakfast all ready to go! My girls love it, we adults love it, and I just know that your family will love it too!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: crockpot breakfast casserole

Method: Crockpot

Servings: servings

Author: Ashley McCrary

Ingredients

30 oz bag of frozen hash browns
1 lb ground breakfast sausage, cooked turkey or regular
6 slices bacon, regular or turkey cooked and crumbled
2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
12 large eggs
¾ cup milk of choice
Green onions for topping
½ teaspoon of salt or more to taste
½ teaspoon of black pepper or more to taste

Instructions

Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
Arrange half of the frozen hash browns in the bottom of the slow cooker. Top with half of the cooked breakfast sausage and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining hash browns, breakfast sausage, and cheddar cheese.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Slowly pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours or LOW for about 6 hours, or until the eggs are fully set in the center.
Scoop into bowls and top with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Grease the slow cooker well: A generous coating of nonstick cooking spray makes serving the casserole much easier and helps with cleanup.
Drain the sausage before layering: Removing the excess grease keeps the casserole from becoming oily as it cooks.
Pour the egg mixture slowly: Giving it a chance to settle between the layers helps everything cook more evenly.
Keep the lid closed: Every time you lift the lid, heat escapes and can add extra cooking time.
Check the center first: The edges will set before the middle, so always make sure the eggs are fully cooked in the center before serving.
Top with the bacon AFTER cooking: This keeps it nice and crispy instead of softening while the casserole cooks.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. They reheat really well, making this casserole a great option for easy breakfasts throughout the week!
To reheat, simply warm individual portions in the microwave until heated through. If you're reheating a larger portion, you can also warm it in the oven until hot in the center.

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