Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is an easy make-ahead meal!

Tater tots are layered with bacon, onions, bell peppers, & whisked eggs, and then topped with melty cheese. Refrigerate overnight and simply bake & enjoy in the morning.

I love a breakfast casserole recipe where the prep is done ahead of time for holidays, weekends, or even for breakfast for dinner!

Tater Tots for Breakfast

• This delicious breakfast casserole recipe uses tater tots instead of traditional hashbrowns.
• It’s the perfect dish to cook for a crowd and can be prepared ahead of time for convenience.
• You can customize it with your favorite meat (bacon/ham/sausage) or veggies to add even more flavor.
• Just assemble the casserole, refrigerate it overnight, and bake it in the morning making it perfect for holidays or weekends. This recipe is best made ahead of time!
• This hearty and satisfying casserole is perfect for any meal of the day.

Ingredients for Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

This is an easy Tater tot breakfast casserole recipe and great for mixing up the ingredients. Use up leftover meat and veggies and make it a new recipe every time.

Tater Tots – Of course, tater tots are the key ingredient in this casserole. No tater tots? No problem! Layer some frozen or homemade hash browns or hashbrown patties. Sweet Potato Hashbrowns or some Homemade Shredded Hashbrowns would work too!

Bacon – We love crispy bacon in this recipe (make oven bacon to keep it easy). Feel free to swap it out for breakfast sausage, leftover ham, or even turkey sausage

Veggies – The combination of onions and green & red bell peppers not only adds flavor but also a burst of color. If you don’t have onions, you can use onion powder or garlic powder as a substitute.

Cheese – This recipe is adaptable when it comes to cheese. Choose a Mexican blend, sharp cheddar, or pepper jack cheese – they all go perfectly.

Variations

Anything goes! Try sliced mushrooms, tomatoes, olives, or even broccoli pieces to give tater tot casserole a new flair! Add seasonings or spices to your liking.

How to Make a Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater tot casserole is a classic dish, and this recipe is so easy to make.

1. Layer tots in a baking dish & sprinkle with cheese.
2. Cook bacon in a large skillet. Soften onions & peppers in leftover bacon grease.
3. Sprinkle veggies & 2/3 of the bacon over the tots.
4. Whisk egg mixture, pour over casserole, cover, & refrigerate overnight.

In the morning…

4. Sprinkle remaining bacon & on top and bake per the recipe below.
5. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Time Saving Tips

• Use precooked bacon or ham.
• Frozen onions and peppers can be used in place of fresh which means no chopping.
• Pre-shredded cheeses work well in this recipe.
• Use frozen tater tots, no need to thaw first
• Remove the casserole from the fridge up to an hour before baking.

Broil the top of the casserole to brown. Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before cutting into squares or wedges and serving.

Leftovers & Freezing

Keep leftovers for 3-4 days in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave (or better yet air fryer if you have one!).

This tater tot breakfast casserole can be frozen. Cool completely and cut into individual servings. Freeze in a sealed container (or freezer bag) for up to 3 months. Thaw individual portions in the fridge overnight and heat as directed above.

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Loaded with fresh peppers, bacon, & cheese, this Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is perfect for serving to a crowd!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Chill Time 8 hours

Total Time 9 hours 30 minutes

• Grease a 9×13 pan and place the tater tots in a single layer. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese evenly over the tots.

• Chop the bacon into 1″ pieces. Cook bacon pieces over medium heat in a 10-inch skillet until crisp, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Leave 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the skillet.

• Sauté onions in the skillet until softened, then add bell peppers and combine. Layer the onion and bell pepper mixture over the tater tots, followed by ⅔ of the cooked bacon.

• Whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over the tater tots. Cover the pan tightly with foil and refrigerate overnight.

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the covered casserole for 40 minutes.

• Remove the foil, top the casserole with the remaining cheese and bacon, and increase the oven temperature to 425°F. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until set and cheese is browned. Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Note: To ensure the casserole is cooked through, insert a knife into the center. If it comes out clean, it’s ready to serve. Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before cutting.

• Cheese can be replaced with 2 cups pepper jack and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
• If using sausage, cook the onion and sausage together. Drain any fat.

Time Saving Tips

• Use precooked bacon or ham
• Frozen onions and peppers can be used in place of fresh.
• Pre-shredded cheese works in this recipe
• Use frozen tater tots, no need to thaw first
• Remove the casserole from the fridge up to an hour before baking.

Calories: 572 | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 242mg | Sodium: 1056mg | Potassium: 469mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1098IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 342mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Breakfast, Casserole

Cuisine American

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