Loaded Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
This loaded tater tot breakfast casserole brings together crispy tater tots, savory halal sausage, sautéed peppers and onions, green chilies, and two melty cheeses in a rich, creamy egg custard. With tots layered inside for softness and on top for crunch, it's the perfect make-ahead breakfast for holidays or relaxed mornings.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Spatula
- Plastic wrap
Ingredients
- 1 lb halal hot or mild sausage
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz mild diced green chilies, undrained
- 32 oz frozen tater tots, divided
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1.5 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp ground mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large skillet, cook the halal sausage, onions, and bell peppers until the sausage is browned. Drain grease. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, half-and-half, green chilies, parsley, paprika, mustard, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- In a greased 9×13-inch dish, add half of the frozen tater tots. Add the cooled sausage mixture, ¾ cup cheddar, and ¾ cup pepper jack. Mix gently and spread evenly.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the filling. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Do not add the remaining tater tots yet.
- Remove the dish from the fridge. Sprinkle the remaining frozen tater tots evenly on top. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 70–80 minutes, until the eggs are set.
- Top with the remaining cheddar and pepper jack (¾ cup each). Return to the oven for 5–10 minutes until melted and golden. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Keep the top layer of tater tots frozen for maximum crispiness. Grate the cheese fresh for smoother melting. Assemble the filling ahead of time and chill overnight for deeper flavor and easier morning prep.