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    Southwestern Breakfast Casserole

    By Julia | Updated: Jun 22, 2018 | Published: Aug 14, 2015 | 90 Comments

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    Southwestern Breakfast Casserole with eggs, sausage, black beans, bell pepper, hash brown potatoes, chili peppers and Southwestern spices.  Gluten free recipe. Perfect breakfast that you can make in advance!

    Southwestern Breakfast Casserole with eggs, sausage, black beans, bell pepper, hash brown potatoes, chili peppers and Southwestern spices

     

    This Southwestern Breakfast Casserole is a great make-ahead breakfast! It keeps well refrigerated and reheats well. I love to make this on Sunday and take it with me to work as breakfast or lunch! The recipe is very easy: just assemble the ingredients in the right order and then let it bake for 40 minutes!

    Southwestern Breakfast Casserole with eggs, sausage, black beans, bell pepper, hash brown potatoes, chili peppers and Southwestern spices

    If you like savory breakfast recipes that you can make in advance, in bigger quantities, then check out these 2 recipes as well:

    • Breakfast Egg Muffins with Bacon and Spinach - made in a regular muffin pan, these egg muffins can be made for a crown in advance, and they keep well in the fridge or in the freezer!
    • Hash Brown, Broccoli, Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole - made in a casserole pan, with traditional ingredients such as sausage and hash brown potatoes, and with the addition of broccoli.

    Pouring egg mixture into Southwester breakfast casserole

    How to make Southwestern breakfast casserole

    Preheat oven to 375 F. In a large skillet, cook pork sausage together with finely chopped onions on medium heat until the sausage is cooked through and is no longer pink. Add chopped red bell pepper, black beans, and diced green chili peppers. Add half the spices (½ teaspoon of chili powder and ½ teaspoon of cumin) and mix everything together:

    combining pork sausage, black beans, bell peppers in a large skillet (step-by-step photos)

    Add shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and hash brown potatoes to the sausage mixture:

    adding cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese to the skillet with sausage and bell peppers (process shot)

    Mix everything together to create a sausage mixture:

    mix has brown potatoes with sausage in a large skillet (step-by-step photos)

    In a small bowl, make the egg mixture: whisk eggs, heavy cream, and the remaining half of spices (½ teaspoon of chili powder and ½ teaspoon of cumin).

    In two batches, add the sausage mixture to the baking pan:

    add Southwestern hash brown potato casserole to the casserole pan (process shot)

    Pour the egg mixture (in two batches - see the recipe below) over the sausage mixture, carefully and evenly:

    pouring egg mixture over Southwestern hash brown casserole in a casserole pan (step-by-step photos)

    Make sure the egg mixture is distributed over the top of the casserole:

    egg mixture on top of Southwestern egg casserole (process shot)

    Bake, uncovered for about 40-50 minutes. The casserole is ready when the eggs are set and no longer liquid in the center. Let the dish cool for about 30 minutes before slicing it.

    baked Southwestern egg breakfast casserole

    4.67 from 168 votes

    Southwestern Breakfast Casserole

    Delicious breakfast casserole that can be made a day in advance and that serves a crowd!  This Southwestern Breakfast Casserole is made with eggs, hash brown potatoes, sausage, black beans, bell pepper, chili peppers and Southwestern spices.  Gluten free.  
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine Southwestern
    Servings 10 servings
    Calories per serving 431 kcal
    Author: Julia

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb pork sausage
    • 1 onion , finely chopped
    • 1 red bell pepper large, chopped
    • 15 oz black beans from the can, drained
    • 4 oz green chili peppers , diced, from the can
    • 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese , shredded
    • ½ cup Mozzarella cheese , shredded
    • 3 cups hash browns , frozen, raw, uncooked, completely defrosted
    • 6 eggs
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 tablespoon butter melted
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    Instructions 

    • Preheat oven to 375 F.
    • In a large skillet, cook pork sausage together with finely chopped onions on medium heat until the sausage is cooked through and is no longer pink. Add chopped red bell pepper, black beans, and diced green chili peppers. Add half the spices (½ teaspoon of chili powder and ½ teaspoon of cumin) and mix everything up.
    • Add shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, and hash browns to the sausage mixture and mix them in.
    • In a small bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, and the remaining half of spices (½ teaspoon of chili powder and ½ teaspoon of cumin).
    • Use 2.8 L (3 quarts) rectangular baking dish - 11 inches long x 8.5 inches wide x 3 inches deep. Brush the bottom and the sides of the baking pan with 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
    • Add half the sausage mixture to the baking pan, and pour half of the egg mixture over the sausage mixture, carefully and evenly. Add the remaining half of the sausage mixture on top, and pour the remaining half of the egg mixture evenly over the sausage mixture.
    • Bake, uncovered for about 40-50 minutes. The casserole is ready when the eggs are set and no longer liquid in the center. Let the dish cool for about 30 minutes before slicing it.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Information
    Southwestern Breakfast Casserole
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    431
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    27
    g
    42
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    12
    g
    75
    %
    Cholesterol
     
    172
    mg
    57
    %
    Sodium
     
    544
    mg
    24
    %
    Potassium
     
    570
    mg
    16
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    24
    g
    8
    %
    Fiber
     
    5
    g
    21
    %
    Sugar
     
    1
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    21
    g
    42
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1040
    IU
    21
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    25.4
    mg
    31
    %
    Calcium
     
    203
    mg
    20
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition Disclaimer:

    The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    1. Melissa

      March 08, 2025 at 8:09 pm

      I keep coming back to this recipe whenever I need a simple breakfast dish that I know will impress and satisfy a wide array of tastes. I usually add more spices (salt, pepper, paprika, etc) but it’s a great basic recipe to start off and is incredibly tasty!

      Reply
    2. Susan Craig

      September 08, 2024 at 10:24 am

      I made this using a whole small bag of potatoes O’Brien, and sharp cheddar. Very good!

      Reply
      • Julia

        September 16, 2024 at 7:22 pm

        Yay, glad you loved it, Susan!

        Reply
    3. Linda Springer

      July 10, 2024 at 1:38 pm

      This recipe is a family favorite. I’ve made it several time to rave reviews. Wondering if I can mix it up the night before and bake in the morning? Many thanks!

      Reply
      • Julia

        July 23, 2024 at 4:09 am

        Hi Linda, I do not recommend it as the hash browns will get soggy and it's probably not the best food safety practice either. 🙂
        But you can bake it right away, refrigerate it, and then reheat it in the preheated oven at 350 F for about 20 minutes or until hot.

        Reply
    4. Karen

      June 23, 2024 at 4:30 pm

      Julia, just discovered your recipes! I want to make this a.m.casserole, but am a bit hesitant that the taste might be a little too subtle for our dinner club folks. Am I wrong or how can I bump up the flavor profile?
      Cheers!

      Reply
      • Julia

        June 25, 2024 at 4:14 pm

        Hi Karen! I am so glad you discovered my site! 🙂 To add more flavor, I recommend upping the amount of chili powder. You can also use spicy pork sausage. However, if the pork sausage is too spicy, I recommend using 50% spicy / 50% regular.

        Reply
    5. Leah

      December 24, 2023 at 7:45 pm

      Love this dish. If I only have a 9 x 13 or 8x8 dish, which is better? I actually have 2 8x8 dishes if necessary.

      Reply
      • Julia

        December 28, 2023 at 1:49 pm

        Leah, I would use 9x13 dish - it's exactly 3 quarts in volume just like the dish I used. 8x8 dish is 2 quarts, so if using 8x8 - use 2 of those. Enjoy and Happy Holidays! ❤️

        Reply
    6. Betty

      November 12, 2023 at 1:02 pm

      Recipe calls for 1 pound of meat but only 6 eggs? Is that the right ratio? Doesn’t get dry?

      Reply
      • Julia

        November 13, 2023 at 1:13 pm

        Betty, yes, the ratio is correct. There is also 1/2 cup of heavy cream in the ingredients that adds moisture.

        Reply
    7. Lisa burke

      November 10, 2023 at 2:57 pm

      I just made this dish and it was delicious and cooked up perfectly! I substituted pinto beans for black beans (it’s what I had) and it was delicious. I served it with salsa and sour cream. It’s mild for those who don’t like heat, could spice it up with chilis, but i like it as is!

      Reply
      • Julia

        November 11, 2023 at 9:47 am

        Lisa, thank you for your review and for sharing your feedback! ❤️ Love that you serve it with salsa and sour cream - it sounds so good!!

        Reply
    8. Laura

      June 21, 2023 at 11:29 am

      Do you think I could prepare this the night before and then bake it in the morning?

      Reply
    9. Gina

      May 24, 2023 at 3:16 pm

      I really enjoyed this casserole it is definitely a keeper! For anyone interested, it freezes well. I cut it into individual sized servings and froze them for a quick breakfast on the go. I heat it up in a toaster oven as opposed to the microwave. I top it with sour cream, chives and salsa...so yummy!

      Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe.

      Reply
      • Julia

        June 07, 2023 at 7:40 pm

        Gina, you are very welcome! And thank you so much about your helpful tips on how to freeze this.

        Reply
    10. KC

      March 13, 2023 at 12:24 pm

      Very Very Good. The flavors melded well. I made it a little healthier, used lean ground beef and milk. Since sausage has sodium, I did add 1/4 teaspoon of salt.

      Reply
      • Julia

        March 18, 2023 at 5:24 pm

        KC, thank you for this helpful feedback and 5-star review! 🙂 Glad you enjoyed this recipe!

        Reply
    11. Lu

      October 01, 2022 at 8:29 am

      Absolutley love this dish, I serve it with sour cream, salsa and slices of avocado. So easy to make. Can't imagine no one would like it.

      Reply
      • Julia

        October 02, 2022 at 5:59 pm

        Lu, I am so happy you've enjoyed this recipe! Thank you so much for stopping by and sharing such a positive comment! 🙂

        Reply
        • Lori Waters

          August 13, 2023 at 10:13 pm

          Delish! One of my new go to recipes!

          Reply
    12. Sharon Murdock

      May 27, 2022 at 3:49 pm

      What temp should it be reheated at and for how long?

      Reply
      • Julia

        August 22, 2022 at 9:42 pm

        I would reheat it in the preheated oven at 350 F for about 20 minutes or until hot.

        Reply
        • Connie

          November 19, 2023 at 10:59 am

          Can I use ham

          Reply
          • Julia

            November 19, 2023 at 12:47 pm

            Connie, yes, you can! Ham and black beans actually go really well together! Especially in a recipe like this.

            Reply
    13. Mickey

      April 16, 2022 at 11:10 am

      Threw most of this away.
      Just wasn't good.
      It probably was the sausage we used but still I love Spanish dishes and this wasn't worth the time or expense.

      Reply
    14. Carmen

      April 07, 2022 at 11:11 am

      I have made this several times and we, along with our guests love it. I use hot Deans sausage and serve it with salsa on the side. It is a favorite for sure.

      Reply
      • Julia

        April 24, 2022 at 8:18 pm

        Carmen, thank you so much for such a positive and enthusiastic comment! 🙂 I am so happy you've enjoyed this recipe and took the time to share this wonderful feedback! 🙂 Serving this with salsa on the side is delicious!

        Reply
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