Chris's Breakfast Casserole Recipe

A hearty and customizable breakfast casserole perfect for picky eaters! This recipe features crispy bacon and sausage, fluffy potatoes, and fresh spinach, all baked to golden perfection. Easily adaptable – omit cheese for cheese-haters or add your favorite for extra flavor. A time-saving shortcut using Ore-Ida O'Brien potatoes is included for ultimate convenience.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 644.1 kcal
Protein 59g
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Ingredients for Chris's Breakfast Casserole

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How to Make Chris's Breakfast Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cook 6 slices bacon and 4 sausages until crispy. Remove from pan, reserving 2 tablespoons of bacon grease.
  3. Lightly spray a 9x13 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  4. In a large skillet, sauté 1 medium onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 cups Ore-Ida O'Brien potatoes, and 2 cloves garlic (minced) in the reserved bacon grease until tender.
  5. Stir in 1 teaspoon paprika and 1/2 teaspoon dried sage.
  6. Cook until potatoes are almost tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Crumble cooked bacon and sausage; add to the skillet and stir to combine.
  8. Add 5 ounces fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
  9. Pour the potato and meat mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  10. In a bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 tablespoons chopped scallions, and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional).
  11. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potato mixture in the casserole dish.
  12. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the casserole is heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

50g

Carbs

21g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chris's Breakfast Casserole?

Chris's Breakfast Casserole takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chris's Breakfast Casserole?

Chris's Breakfast Casserole has approximately 644.1 calories per serving, with about 59 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 46 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chris's Breakfast Casserole?

The key ingredients for Chris's Breakfast Casserole are Bacon, Sausage, Mushroom, Onion, Red Bell Pepper, Potatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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