Breakfast Casserole (Easy Slow Cooker Recipe)

Introduction

This breakfast casserole is a warm, hearty, and satisfying way to start your day. Made with crispy hash browns, savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese, it’s the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings, weekends, or family gatherings. Using a slow cooker makes this dish incredibly easy—just layer the ingredients and let it cook while you relax.

Ingredients

• 1 (30–32 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns (unthawed)
• 8 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk (or 2%)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 oz breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled (pork or turkey)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
• Nonstick cooking spray or butter (for greasing)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Slow Cooker
   Grease a 5–6 quart slow cooker with nonstick spray or butter.
2. Add Hash Browns
   Spread the frozen hash browns evenly in the bottom. Do not thaw.
3. Layer Sausage
   Sprinkle the cooked, crumbled sausage evenly over the hash browns.
4. Add Cheese
   Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
5. Mix Eggs
   In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
6. Combine
   Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the slow cooker.
7. Cook
   • LOW: 6–8 hours
   • HIGH: 3–4 hours
     Cook until eggs are set and edges are lightly golden.
8. Rest
   Let the casserole sit for about 10 minutes before serving to firm up.
9. Serve
   Scoop into bowls and serve warm.

Conclusion

This easy slow cooker breakfast casserole is a comforting and convenient meal that’s perfect for feeding a family or meal prepping for the week. With simple ingredients and minimal effort, you get a delicious, protein-packed dish that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite add-ins and enjoy a stress-free breakfast anytime!