Crockpot Breakfast Casserole (Christmas Recipe)
Wake up to a warm, hearty crockpot breakfast casserole – perfect for Christmas morning. Easy, delicious, and packed with flavor, it’s a holiday crowd-pleaser!
I love to make a slow cooker breakfast casserole when I have overnight guests. These kinds of recipes make the whole house smell so good and I don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen.
Add sliced fresh fruit or a fruit salad and a little something sweet, like cinnamon rolls or fresh biscuits, and I have a tasty meal to serve.
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For more delicious breakfast recipes that are perfect for the holidays, check out this overnight eggnog breakfast casserole recipe, a crescent roll breakfast casserole, and this easy overnight French toast casserole.
This 20+ Christmas brunch ideas post is also full of fantastic options.
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
Today’s crockpot breakfast recipe is so good! It takes very little prep time and my whole family loves it.
Make this hashbrown casserole even more delicious by adding toppings! Some of our favorites include sour cream, diced avocado, guacamole, salsa, green chiles, hot sauce, and fresh chives.
Ingredients
- Frozen hashbrowns – These are super convenient and give a nice crispy base to the dish without any fuss.
- Ground sausage, browned – Browned breakfast sausage adds a deliciously savory punch that really makes the dish hearty.
- Tex Mex cheese, shredded – This cheesy blend melts beautifully and brings a creamy, slightly spicy kick to the mix.
- Green onions – Chopped green onions provide a fresh, slightly sharp flavor that brightens the dish beautifully.
- White onion – The white onion gives a sweet, aromatic depth that enhances the overall flavor.
- Red bell pepper, diced – Sweet and vibrant, the red bell pepper adds color and a juicy crunch to the mix.
- Green bell pepper, diced – This pepper adds a slightly earthy flavor and a vibrant color that complements the other veggies.
- Eggs – The eggs are key for binding everything together, adding richness and a good dose of protein.
- Milk – A splash of milk gives the dish a nice creaminess, helping to keep everything moist and flavorful.
- Salt and pepper – A dash of salt and pepper is crucial for seasoning.
Instructions
- Cook sausage, then add white onion and sauté until opaque.
- Add hash browns, sausage, and cheese to the crockpot.
- Top with veggies.
- In a large bowl, whisk egg, milk, salt, and pepper together.
- Pour the egg mixture over the rest of the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cook for 3-4 hours on high or 7-8 on low.
Tips & Tricks
- Spray the slow cooker liner with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup super easy.
- Mix in some chopped bacon or ham for an added smoky richness that complements the dish perfectly.
- Feel free to layer in different cheeses, like cheddar cheese, pepper jack, or Monterey jack, for added richness.
- For extra flavor, incorporate ingredients like garlic powder, dry mustard, or diced tomatoes; these add depth and a little kick to your dish.
- Freeze any leftovers in individual portions. Just microwave for a few minutes for a quick breakfast on busy mornings.
This holiday season, spend time with your family instead of cooking, with this crockpot breakfast casserole recipe.
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Crockpot Breakfast Casserole (Christmas Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen hashbrowns
- 1 lb sausage browned
- 2 cup Tex Mex cheese shredded
- 2 green onions
- 1 small white onion
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 12 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Cook sausage, then add white onion and sauté until opaque.
- Add hashbrowns, sausage, and cheese to the crockpot.
- Top with veggies.
- In a large bowl, whisk egg, milk, salt, and pepper together.
- Pour the egg mixture over the rest of the ingredients in the crockpot.
- Cook for 3-4 hours on high or 7-8 on low.
Notes
- Spray the slow cooker liner with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup super easy.
- Mix in some chopped bacon or ham for an added smoky richness that complements the dish perfectly.
- Feel free to layer in different cheeses, like cheddar cheese, pepper jack, or Monterey jack, for added richness.
- For extra flavor, incorporate ingredients like garlic powder, dry mustard, or diced tomatoes; these add depth and a little kick to your dish.
- Freeze any leftovers in individual portions. Just microwave for a few minutes for a quick breakfast on busy mornings.
Nutrition
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