This easy crockpot breakfast casserole recipe is a hit with everyone, especially during the holidays. Perfect slow cooker breakfast that’s layered with cheese, bacon and hashbrowns that makes for a hearty brunch and is a great Christmas morning breakfast too.
We love breakfast…sometimes we even have it for dinner! I’ve made this easy crockpot breakfast casserole recipe to bring to potlucks, for brunch, and have cooked it overnight and served it Christmas morning too! Here’s how you make one of our favorite crockpot recipes. 😉 (originally published 9/15, affiliate links present) Sponsored by Simply Potatoes for IZEA.
- It’s simple to do, tastes great, and cooks by itself in your handy dandy slow cooker. Iove that thing!
If you’re looking for an easy breakfast casserole, you will love this hearty and flavorful crockpot meal.
If you too love slow cooker recipes of all kinds, you’re going to go crazy over this one. First let’s go over a few resources:
- This 8 quart is my all time favorite model.
- For easier cleanup you can use these liners if you like.
- I love trying new things and this Crockpot cookbook has a TON of great ones in it.
- For the best Crockpot recipes ever we have a bunch here on The Typical Mom blog.
You need all the typical breakfast items like eggs, bacon, cheese and hash browns you would normally cook up.
The best thing is though that it cooks all day by itself (love that). I like things that are EASY, and this recipe is definitely that.
Crockpot breakfast casserole
Spray the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray so it is non stick and easier to clean later.
- In a large skillet cook about 6 strips of bacon until they are somewhat crispy. You could cook sausage instead if you’d rather. You want it to be a bit soft but definitely cooked before putting them in your slow cooker. Don’t drain the grease!
- Dice up 1/4 of an onion and sauté them together in the warm bacon grease. I know….your mouth is watering already right??!!
- When the diced onions are done, dice the cooled bacon and shred about 1.5 cups of cheddar cheese. We like sharp but medium would be fine too.
- In a large bowl whisk your eggs and milk together.
- Now you’re ready and start layering.
Think of it as a breakfast lasagna of sorts.
- Start with a layer of hash browns on the bottom of your Crock pot.
- On top of that sprinkle in your cooked diced bacon
- Then 1/3 of your shredded cheese, you can add some green onions or diced bell peppers along the way if you want.
- Spoon in some of the onions that have been sauteed.
- Seasonings are added to the top of that layer
- dill, garlic salt and pepper are usually what I use
- Then use just 1/3 of the liquid and pour the egg mixture on top of that layer.
- Continue with the next layer just the same until your ingredients are gone.
Close your lid and set to low for about 5 hours or until your eggs are set. Cooking time will vary if you’re making a larger batch. I personally wouldn’t double this or it may not cook evenly.
I would check at about 4.5 hours to see if it’s ready to serve or you need a bit more time. When eggs are firm enough for your preference scoop slow cooker breakfast casserole out and serve topped with cheese.
Crockpot breakfast
- Frozen hash browns – we use Simply Potatoes frozen hashbrowns in the frozen section
- Eggs
- Milk
- Cheese – we like sharp cheddar
- Bacon
- or packaged real bacon bits
- Onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
This is a really easy overnight breakfast casserole recipe you can put together the night before Christmas Day.
I don’t want to cook Christmas morning. I want to get pictures of the joy. That’s why this recipe is great.
If you are going to a potluck brunch this is fantastic too and you’ll be asked for the recipe…..you can share. 😉
- Hope you try it out and get as many compliments as I’ve received with this yummy egg and hash brown dish.
If you have a pressure cooker you can make this Instant Pot breakfast casserole version too!
If you’re planning a Christmas brunch you’ll want a few other items to include too like:
- Our slow cooker cheesy potatoes are the bomb! A similar idea to this egg dish but with a bit different ingredients and really cheesy!
- This easy monkey bread recipe is simple! Using refrigerated biscuits you can impress your guests not knowing just how simple this is to make semi homemade.
- Sweet cinnamon roll breakfast casserole uses pie filling to add a bit of sweetness. I use refrigerated cinnamon rolls for this to make it even easier.
Use your oven to make this easy cheesy potato breakfast recipe that’s loaded with YUM.
- We have made a Ninja Foodi breakfast dish too.
This is a similar idea but made in a pressure cooker so it’s made in no time at all. I added sliced mushrooms which was a great add in too. I wouldn’t in this particular one because it is cooked for quite a while and I believe they would get too soft.
Can you freeze breakfast casserole?
- I have to admit we have never had leftovers so I haven’t had the opportunity to do this. However I believe if you did I would suggest refrigerating what’s left in airtight containers.
How to reheat a breakfast casserole
- Use a microwave safe dish. Add 1 serving and cook in 30 second increments until it is warm. Adding a bit of shredded cheese to the top during the last warming would make it even better!
Crockpot breakfast casserole recipe
Printable recipe card below. It includes nutritional information with protein, saturated fat and other info. It is calculated by the card itself though so unsure of accuracy. Just enjoy people!
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Crockpot Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 10 eggs
- 1 bag hash browns we use frozen Simply Potatoes
- 3/4 c milk
- 1 1/2 c cheddar cheese
- 1/4 onion
- 6 pieces bacon
- To taste:
- salt
- pepper
- dill
- garlic salt/powder
Instructions
- Cook the bacon and then add diced onions to the bacon grease and sautee those down.
- Shred the cheese and dice the cooked bacon. Whisk together the 10 eggs and 3/4 c. milk. When you layer the ingredients into your crockpot make the first layer your hash browns.
- Top that with 1/3 of your bacon, 1/3 of your cheese, a spoon full of onions, seasonings, and 1/3 of your egg mixture.
- Layer again this same way until you reach almost the top of your crockpot leaving some room at the very top. Put on low and cook for approximately 5 hours, check at about 4 if you want it to be a bit wetter in consistency.
Any says
How the hell did this go from the breakfast crock pot recipe to all your favorites……….?
Melody says
This recipe looks delicious. However, there is no way this is 2 carbs per serving (it says 8 servings total at top of recipe). The potatoes alone make it over 12 carbs per serving. Packaging says 16 carbs per serving and 7 carbs in a package = 112 minus 14 for fiber = 98. Divide 98 by 8 and you get 12.25. Add in the onion and the milk and you are closer to 14 (13.85).
The Typical Mom says
I do not do the calculations, it is done by the recipe plugin and I don’t have control over their calculations. I just add ingredients, some recipes are more accurate than others.
Yolanda Metott says
Can you prepare the night before, put in the fridge then turn it on in the morning? I’d like to pun on high as well. As five hours would put us eating late.
Cathy says
If I make it the night before, how long do I warm it up in the morning? If I choose to make it that morning, how long would I cook it on high for?
Tina Eaton says
Hi! How many would you estimate this serves? Thinking of making it for a brunch wedding shower. Thank you!
The Typical Mom says
8-10 I would say depending on serving size….you could just double it in a bigger slow cooker for more.
Rosie says
You say each serving has 2 carbs, no serving size is listed. Please list.
Susan says
So,has anyone made the breakfast casserole recipe???
jon says
I like to make BBQ chicken breasts in the crock pot. 2 lbs chicken breast, 1 cup chick broth, bbq sauce to taste. Cook on low, 8 hrs. Pull apart with fork. Brown in skillet with more sauce and eat.
Stephanie. (@NewDayMOMisita) says
My favorite is Chicken and Dumplings is my favorite! Simple, tasty and a family favorite! As a mom on the GO this recipe is PERFECTION!!
Melissa B says
One of my favorite crockpot recipes is a chocolate lava cake. It’s heavenly!!
Sunny s says
I have two favorites, basically bbq sauce and chicken breasts shredded after sitting in the crockpot and served over sandwiches with toppings. Also pork roast butt with dr pepper, Adobe peppers, and brown sugar. Served on tortillas, bread, salad etc.
Mary says
Exact recipe for pork butt????
Shawna Poole (@BamAubLev3) says
Shared on Twitter. I love Mississippi roast in the crockpot. The meat just falls apart & it is soooo good.
Tiffany R says
Shredded tri-tip sandwiches is our family favorite we love to make in the crock. But can’t wait to try this recipie soon. ? shared on FB
Natalie F says
I shared on twitter – https://twitter.com/bluefin711/status/646160757151952896
Natalie F says
This sounds great. My favorite is Black bean tortilla soup! Hard to pick a favorite.
NLiles says
Pulled pork, taco soup and white bean soup.
Colette S says
I love making our red beans rice like this in the crockpot when I have too much on my plate.
Briana Duron says
Pulled pork!
Rhonda Haugen says
un-stuffe cabbage
Andrea Velasco says
BBQ baby back ribs!!yummers ?
Michelle N says
Home made chicken noodles.
Joey Simmonds says
Oh how I love me some White Chicken Chili in the crock. A friend gave me her recipe and it is so easy to make. Starting to cool off here a little also, so time to make some.
Jennifer Essad says
I shared on twitter and facebook. My favorite meals are the ones my family loves – chili, sloppy joe, a chuck roast with vegetables
Erin Merry says
Cowboy Chili
Renee says
I shared on twitter! And I love my crock pot but it’s a little old. plus it’d be easier to make 2 crock pot dishes at once with 2 crock pots. I love making pulled chicken & spare ribs.
Cheryl says
My family loves my “Naked Chicken Pot Pie”. I just put in a few frozen chicken breasts, one large can of condensed cream of chicken soup, some potatoes, peas, carrots, and cheese, (onion if you want and other seasonings), and you have yourself the insides of a chicken pot pie. I’m usually too busy (or lazy) to make the crust so I just do some quick crescent rolls or biscuits and they have them on the side. Super easy. Super yummy.
Valerie Scalia Swaine says
My favorite crockpot recipe is chicken cacciatore. It’s very easy and the whole family loves it!
Rebecca Anne Hernandez says
We do crockpot dessert! Layer of cookie dough layer of brownie mix. Cook for 2 hours serve with vanilla ice cream. Super yummy!
Nicole Lewis says
Chicken tortilla soup
marci grice says
Shared on twitter! My favorite crockpot recipe is potatoes, celery, carrot, onions, peas and cubed beef, cup of water and a packet of stew mix..
Tonya says
I love White Bean Chicken Chili! We have 7 kids and they all love it!!!
Melissa s says
Pot roast in the crock pot is my favorite. Just a roast, your favorite veggies and a packet of dry onion soup mix. Also shared on Facebook.
Kathy Guerrero says
I love making a pot roast in my crock pot
Alex Camejo says
Sausage and cheese tortellini
Kelly K says
I Love crockpot spaghetti sauce!
Jeffrey says
I shared the Giveaway on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FireRunner2379/status/646033033460645888.
Jeffrey says
I’ll admit, I don’t use a crock pot that often but when I do it’s usually for overnight oatmeal. That smell in the morning is like non other, it just finds its way into every nook and cranny in the house. I learned the recipe from my Grandma.
Lindsey H says
Crock pot chicken and stuffing – super easy and super delicious!
Gina Williams says
I make goulash in my crock pot. Easy peasy recipe’zie
• 2lbs hound beef (uncooked)
• 1- 10 oz bag frozen mixed veggies
• 1- 8 oz bag of elbow macaroni
• 1 – 8 oz can tomato sauce
• 2 c. of water
Cook at low for entire day, or medium for supervision a cooking. This yields 12 servings. I usually freeze the left overs for another cold night meal.
Monique (@mykidsloveme2) says
I retweeted the post on Twitter.
Monique (@mykidsloveme2) says
I make pot roast in my crockpot. I love how it’s juicy, tender all falls apart. I also like to make pinto beans in a crockpot too. Those are my favorite.
miriah samson says
I love crockpot stew!
Rochelle Johnson says
garlic brisket
tracey johnson says
Brisket
1 bottle of ketchup
1 large onion
4 tbs chopped garlic
Donna Drake says
Aussie chilli. Lots of veggies and no spices. Yum!
Cyndi says
White Bean Chicken Chili
Jalyssa says
Spaghetti sauce. ummm, yummy!
Holly Wood says
Chicken Enchilada Sauce (to put over rice)–chicken, can of enchilada sauce, and shredded mozzarella cheese
Cassie says
I’m not sure what it’s called but it includes frozen chicken breast, can of black beans, can of corn, jar of salsa and a brick of cream cheese. Served over rice = yummy!
The Typical Mom says
Yes!!! that one is great!
haubrics1964rich says
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole…