Disclaimer: Our editors have used AI to create or enhance parts of this article and some images. All content has been fact-checked by our team to ensure accuracy.
Looking for a breakfast casserole that’ll make your morning routine easier? This Easy Egg Hashbrown Casserole is the answer to those hectic weekday mornings when you need something filling and delicious.
I started making this dish for weekend brunches, but it quickly became a staple in my meal prep rotation since it reheats beautifully throughout the week. With crispy hashbrowns, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese all baked into one dish, it’s the kind of breakfast that’ll keep you satisfied until lunch – and trust me, your family will be asking for seconds.
Preparation Time | 20-30 minutes |
Cooking Time | 60-70 minutes |
Total Time | 80-100 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 2 pounds thawed frozen hash brown potatoes
- 1 pound pork sausage
- 1 small diced onion
- 5 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 12 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
Step 1: Gather and Prepare Ingredients
Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 2 pounds frozen hash brown potatoes (thawed), 1 pound pork sausage, 1 small onion (diced), 5 eggs, ½ cup milk, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder, salt and ground black pepper to taste, and 12 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese.
Step 2: Preheat Oven and Prepare Hash Browns
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease an 8-inch square baking pan thoroughly.
Place the thawed hash brown potatoes into the pan, arranging them in an even layer to create the base of your casserole.
Step 3: Cook Sausage and Onion
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage and diced onion together.
Continue cooking until the sausage is browned and crumbled and the onions are tender, which should take about 10 minutes.
Once done, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Step 4: Prepare Egg Mixture
In a large bowl, whisk together 5 eggs, ½ cup of milk, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, ⅛ teaspoon of garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper until all ingredients are well combined.
This mixture will help to hold all the ingredients together.
Step 5: Assemble the Casserole
Pour the egg mixture over the layer of hash browns in the baking pan.
Next, sprinkle half of the shredded Cheddar cheese over the egg mixture.
Then, add the cooked sausage and onion mixture on top.
Finally, sprinkle the remaining shredded Cheddar cheese over the sausage.
Cover the entire dish with aluminum foil.
Step 6: Bake and Finish
Bake the assembled casserole in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
After 1 hour, carefully remove the aluminum foil and return the casserole to the oven.
Continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Enjoy your hearty and delicious breakfast casserole!