Breakfast Taco Casserole Recipe

This crowd-pleasing make-ahead breakfast casserole is a guaranteed hit at any brunch or potluck! Loaded with savory chorizo, crispy tater tots, creamy velveeta, and zesty chilies, it's a flavor explosion in every bite. Use mild or hot chorizo – your choice! Easily customizable to your spice preference. Prepare it the night before for a stress-free morning.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 262 kcal
Protein 31g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Breakfast Taco Casserole

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How to Make Breakfast Taco Casserole

  1. Cook 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or hot chorizo) in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and crumbly. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a 9x13-inch baking pan, layer 1 bag (28 oz) of tater tots evenly on the bottom.
  4. Sprinkle the cooked sausage crumbles evenly over the tater tots.
  5. Dollop 1 (10 oz) can of diced green chilies and 1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes evenly over the sausage.
  6. Evenly distribute 8 ounces of cubed velveeta cheese over the chilies and tomatoes.
  7. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the tater tots, sausage, and cheese.
  9. Place the 9x13 inch baking pan into a slightly larger jelly roll pan to catch any spills or overflow. This prevents spills during baking.
  10. Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let cool slightly before serving.
  13. Serve warm with warm corn tortillas, salsa, and sour cream. Let everyone build their own breakfast tacos!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

45g

Carbs

1g

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