Mexican-Inspired Breakfast Casserole – The Ultimate Cheesy Make-Ahead Breakfast Bake with Eggs, Sausage, Potatoes, Peppers, and Tex-Mex Flavors
Mexican-Inspired Breakfast Casserole combines fluffy eggs, seasoned sausage, crispy potatoes, colorful vegetables, and melted cheese into one hearty baked dish. Every serving delivers rich Tex-Mex flavors with minimal preparation. The casserole can be assembled ahead for added convenience. Fresh toppings add brightness and balance. It is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or meal prep. This easy recipe is guaranteed to satisfy family and guests alike.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 pound breakfast sausage or Mexican chorizo
- 3 cups frozen hash browns or diced cooked potatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook the sausage or chorizo in a skillet until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook until softened.
- Spread the hash browns or cooked potatoes evenly across the prepared baking dish.
- Distribute the cooked sausage and vegetables over the potatoes.
- Sprinkle both cheeses evenly across the casserole.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with salsa, avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and jalapeños.
Notes
- Frozen hash browns save preparation time.
- Mexican chorizo adds authentic flavor.
- Freshly shredded cheese melts more evenly.
- Avoid overbaking to keep the eggs tender.
- Let the casserole rest before slicing.
- Add black beans for extra protein.
- Prepare the casserole the night before.
- Garnish just before serving.