Sausage Hashbrown Casserole

This Sausage Hashbrown Casserole is the perfect hearty breakfast to keep you full and satisfied all morning long. With savory sausage, crispy hashbrowns, gooey cheese, and a flavorful egg mixture, it’s an effortless dish that’s great for weekends, holidays, or feeding a hungry crowd. Easy to assemble and always a hit, this casserole is comfort food at its best.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground breakfast sausage
• 2 lbs frozen hashbrown potatoes
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 9 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1 can diced green chiles, drained
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the breakfast sausage until fully browned. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, cook the frozen hashbrowns for 8–10 minutes, or until lightly browned and mostly thawed.
4. Spread the hashbrowns evenly into the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
5. Add the browned sausage on top of the hashbrowns.
6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage, then top with drained green chiles.
7. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
8. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the casserole dish.
9. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is lightly golden.
10. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 8

Tips

• For extra flavor, try using spicy breakfast sausage or pepper jack cheese.
• If the top begins browning too quickly, loosely cover with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.

FAQ

Can I assemble this casserole the night before?
Yes! Assemble fully, cover, refrigerate, and bake in the morning—just add 5–10 extra minutes of baking time.

Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen hashbrowns?
You can, but shred them finely and squeeze out excess moisture to prevent a watery casserole.

Can this casserole be frozen?
Absolutely. Freeze after baking, then reheat individual portions in the microwave or whole in the oven.

Can I add veggies?
Yes! Bell peppers, onions, or spinach make great additions.