Go Back
–+ servings
Lightning-Fast Breakfast Sausage

Lightning-Fast Breakfast Sausage Casserole for Busy Mornings

A quick and simple Lightning-Fast Breakfast Casserole featuring savory sausage, peppers, and cheese, perfect for busy mornings.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage use turkey or plant-based option if desired
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Peppers any color works
  • 1 cup Diced Onion red or yellow onion
  • 4 cups Cubed Day-Old Bread substitute with gluten-free bread if needed
For the Egg Mixture
  • 6 Large Eggs fresh eggs are best
  • 1 cup Whole Milk can swap with non-dairy milk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for greasing the pan

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage for about 5 minutes.
  4. Add diced bell peppers and onions to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Spread cubed day-old bread evenly in the prepared baking dish, then layer with the cooked sausage and vegetables.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage and vegetable mixture.
  7. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until well blended.
  8. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
  9. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into squares and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with fresh fruit or yogurt for a delightful breakfast spread.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!