Easy Breakfast Casserole has hash browns, ham, cheese, and eggs. This hash brown breakfast casserole can be made overnight. Perfect for a Holiday breakfast!
What makes this hash brown casserole easy?
Seriously, it took me longer to preheat my oven than it did for me to prepare this egg casserole. I used frozen hash browns, shredded cheese, and cubed ham. So, the only real prep work that I had to do was crack open the eggs.
This casserole will feed a crowd. It makes 12 portions.
It would be perfect around the holidays since you only need to spend about 5 minutes in the kitchen putting it together. Then, just let it bake.
How to make Breakfast Casserole:
*Note: The full printable recipe card is at the bottom of this post.
- In a large bowl, add frozen shredded hashbrown potatoes.
- Add chopped ham and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Mix well. Then, pour into a baking dish.
- Add 12 eggs to a large bowl (use the same bowl from the first step).
- Add milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk together.
- Pour the eggs over the hash brown, ham, and cheese.
- Bake.
How to make Overnight Breakfast Casserole
- Assemble the breakfast casserole according to the directions.
- Cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate overnight.
- Remove plastic wrap and bake.
What to serve with this Egg Casserole:
- Crock Pot Apple Cinnamon Roll Casserole from Bitchin Brunch
- To Go Baked Oatmeal with your Favorite Toppings
- Tropical Green Smoothie
- Banana Peanut Butter Oat Muffins
- Honey Lime Fruit Salad from Cooking Classy
I always put salsa on my eggs. So, I serve salsa with this recipe. Hot sauce and sour cream would be good too.
Watch the step by step video for this Easy Breakfast Casserole Recipe below.
Easy Breakfast Casserole Recipe
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Ingredients
- 24 oz. frozen hash browns -about 8 cups
- 16 oz. cubed ham
- 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese -shredded
- 12 large eggs
- 1 cup milk -I used skim
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Add the frozen potatoes, ham, and cheese to a large bowl. Toss to combine. Pour the mixture into a 9 x 13 inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk, salt, and pepper (I use the same bowl from step 1).
- Pour the egg mixture over the hash brown mixture. Pat everything down with the back of a wooden spoon.
- Bake for one hour, uncovered. The center should be set and the edges should be golden brown.
PATTY says
MY HUSBAND, THE CHEF, USED THICKER CUT HASHBROWNS, AND WE LIKED THE TEXTURE. HE SUBSTITUTED CANADIAN BACON FOR THE HAM AND USED SHREDDED MEXICAN STYLE CHEESE. HE ALSO ADDED MORE SPICES. WE LOVED IT AS DID OUR GUESTS. I REALLY LIKE THAT THERE ISN’T SO MUCH CHEESE AS OTHER RECIPES HAVE.
Sandra Jeffrey says
I usually reduce the milk to a half cup and add one cup of sour cream. I love how it tastes when sour cream is added before baking. I also toss in some lightly sauted diced mushrooms red, green and yellow peppers because it adds color to the dish. Food always look colorful at my house! You may want to save some of the cheese until the casserole is almost done cooking. Spread it on about 5 minutes before your timer sounds and enjoy. This is a fabulous recipe and we’ve used it for family brunches many times then enjoyed any leftovers for lunch or a quick dinner. Now that’s a versatile dish!
Janet says
Hello, my family and I like to eat this for breakfast and dinner. Super yummy! Can this recipe be put in the freezer after it has been baked?
Drucilla Reynolds says
Yes for up to 2 months
Linda Miller says
I make this often but I use tater tots..( just enough to cover the bottom of the pan)…and I add a little onion and chopped green pepper. We love it!! I assemble it the night before and cover it with foil….keep overnight in the frig. and let it sit on the counter for about 15 min before baking. Some fresh fruit and biscuits rounds it out for a wonderful weekend brunch!
Aimee Brisson says
Do you cook the tater tots first?
Brandon says
Was Delicious! Highly recommend topping with salsa when serving
jan says
Can you prepare it the night before and let it sit in frig over night?
Katie Hunt says
I always prepare mighty before…
I use sausage instead of ham, as well.
Anna M. says
I absolutely love this recipe! I’m vegetarian, so I don’t eat it, but I make it frequently for the residents of the group home I work at. It’s so easy and the guys love it. I usually put the eggs and milk in a blender to speed up the process and then just pour from the blender over the meat and potatoes. I’ve also made it with sausage in place of the ham.
Kk says
IS The sausage supposed to Be browned or mixed in cold?….
Towana Fuqua says
I’m supposing you would cook and drain it first. Most similar recipes I’ve used called for browning it first. Seems it might be too greasy if added raw and the grease soaked into the filling.
Christina says
Yes
Reva Knudtson says
Precook the sausage and drain before putting it in the casserole. It will be delicious but with a higher fat and calorie count.
Charlene says
I always brown and drain my sausage
Linda says
Can leftovers be frozen ?
Drucilla Reynolds says
Yes, for you to 2 months
Charlene says
Yes, in fact I will sometimes prepare to have for individual servings for my husband as he eats a bigger daily breakfast than I.
Trisha says
I’ve made this twice in a week. Took it for a potluck at work and everyone loved it. I am curious if anyone has freezed it. Using as meal prep this week.
Susan Varsel says
Can this egg casserole be placed in the freezer after baking?
Deborah says
I have frozen my cooked egg casserole in slices, put in baggies, and it is great for breakfast on the go! Can grab one or more slices at a time. Re-heat in the microwave for about 1 min or so.
Tristan says
This is a great idea! Did you cook it first and then cut it into slices and froze it?
AmyR says
Super easy! I used bacon crumbles as that was what I had on hand, and added onion.
david says
This was delicious and, as you promised, so easy to make. Thank you very much!
N says
Can you cut the recipe in half? Would that reduce cook time? I only need to feed three people and don’t want leftovers as we will be traveling. Thanks!
Jill Sparling says
Delicious! Makes a massive amount. Perfect for a large family or a potluck breakfast!
Doc says
I couldn’t find cubed ham at my grocer so I bought a package of mild sausage, cooked it, and mixed it in with the hash browns and cheese. It was delicious!
Sally Shirra says
Made this for a breakfast tailgate and everyone loved it. I’ll definitely make it again. I would probably add onion powder and garlic powder the next time. I made it exactly as the recipe this first time.
Carlene says
5 stars! This has been my go to dish when I don’t have time to make a big breakfast or it’s my turn to bring something yummy to a breakfast gathering. It’s easy and delicious. My family and friends love it!
Michelle Pass says
I put mild sausage, Canadian bacon and 8 oz of cubed country ham and put the sharp cheddar cheese on 30 minutes after cooking. Was delicous and full of flavor!!
Sherel says
Won’t the frozen hash browns make this dish “watery & runny ” when the hash browns thaw, if prepared overnight? *Otherwise, sounds & looks fantastic!*
Lydia says
This was amazing I used Taylor’s ham and Monterrey pepper jack chees with regular shedder.
Excellent
Amy says
Overall this is pretty good! I assembled mine the night before and put it in the fridge. I thawed the potatoes out first, added some garlic powder, ended up increasing the temp to 375 halfway through, and cooking it for about 1hr 20min. Could probably cook at at 375 the whole time to make sure the center cooks in time. I think it could use some personalization depending on your tastes. More spices, veggies, different meat, different cheeses, etc. It could be really fantastic depending on how you change it! Enjoy!
Christina says
If making this right after prepping it bakes for nearly two hours. It’s also a little heavy on the potatoes. I recommend cutting the potatoes to 6 cups and definitely letting it set in the fridge overnight.
Melissa says
It’s just me and my boyfriend..can this recipe be cut in half?
Susan James-DeHaan says
I made 2 of these for a post-wedding breakfast and they were huge hit. I added mushrooms and subbed bacon for ham. Spice-wise, adjust for your taste. I added onion and garlic powder for more flavor. The cook time was spot on.
Andra says
Fabulous! Made the night before and popped in the oven for an easy Thanksgiving breakfast. Leftovers to be frozen for Mom to eat as individual meals later.
Jackie says
Kind of bland. Next time I will use less potatoes, and add a few drops of hot sauce.