Best 3 Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole Recipes

Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or just looking for a delicious and easy breakfast option, cheesy tater tot breakfast casserole is the perfect choice. This casserole is simple to make, and it's sure to please everyone at the table. With its crispy tater tots, melty cheese, eggs, and flavorful seasonings, this casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish that will keep you full until lunchtime. So what are you waiting for? Gather your ingredients and get ready to make this cheesy tater tot breakfast casserole.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY TATER TOT® BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

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This is a recipe for a cheesy Tater Tot® breakfast casserole we whipped together for the family with both our hearts and tummies on Christmas morning. It is amazing! Enjoy!

Provided by Heidi Hawkeye

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs

Time 1h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

cooking spray
1 pound bacon
1 pound bulk pork sausage
3 ½ cups frozen bite-sized potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
3 cups grated Colby-Jack cheese, divided
8 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 small onion, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a 9x12-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and let cool.
Heat the same skillet over medium-high heat and add sausage. Cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Crumble cooled bacon.
Place potato nuggets in the bottom of the prepared baking dish, distributed evenly. Drizzle evenly with melted butter. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups of Colby-Jack cheese.
Mix eggs, milk, onion, 1/2 of the bacon and sausage, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Pour into the baking dish. Add remaining Colby-Jack cheese, bacon, and sausage.
Bake in the preheated oven until set and cheese is melted, about 1 hour. Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 258.7 mg, Fat 47 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, Sodium 1338 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

TATER TOT® BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

Tater Tot® Breakfast Casserole image

Easy Tater Tot® breakfast casserole for a lazy Sunday morning.

Provided by Shannon Kimmich Kenny

Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Potatoes

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

cooking spray
½ pound breakfast sausage
1 small onion, diced
½ cup milk
5 large eggs
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (12 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 (16 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage and onion in the hot skillet until sausage is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and cool.
Meanwhile, whisk milk, eggs, onion powder, salt, garlic powder, and pepper together in a bowl.
Spread sausage mixture over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Pour egg mixture over the top. Layer with 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese and all of the potato nuggets. Cover with aluminum foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake until melted, about 20 minutes more. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 177.8 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 935.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHEESY TATER TOT BREAKFAST BAKE

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My family loves this recipe. I got this off the internet some time ago, and have been experimenting with it ever sense. The possibilities are only limited by your imagination--change up the bacon flavor, the type of sausage (chorizos), type of cheese (Pepper Jack), add different peppers (jalapenos), garlic, onions, etc. This is a great recipe when you have house guests--it can be made the night before and baked up hot and hearty the next morning.

Provided by Pokey in San Antonio

Categories Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled)
1 lb breakfast sausage (No casings. We like Hot Jimmy Dean)
2 cups whole milk
3 eggs (extra large)
2 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder (if not adding onions)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (if not adding garlic)
2 lbs frozen tater tots
1/4 teaspoon salt (salt to taste)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps:

Brown sausage, drain and layer onto the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking pan/dish. Evenly sprinkle 2 cups of the cheese over the cooked sausage.
In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, pepper, onion and garlic powder, and salt. Pour evenly over the sausage/cheese. Layer on frozen tater tots. If not baking right away, cover tightly with foil and chill until ready to bake.
Pre heat oven to 350°F Place casserole in oven (middle rack) and bake for 35 minutes. Top with remaining cheese and crumbled bacon and bake for another 5-10 minutes or until sides are bubbling and top is golden brown.
Garnish with chopped parsley, and let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.1, Fat 50.7, SaturatedFat 20.5, Cholesterol 164.7, Sodium 1360.1, Carbohydrate 38.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 28

Tips:

Choose the right tater tots. Frozen tater tots are a convenient option, but you can also use fresh or homemade tater tots. If using frozen tater tots, make sure to thaw them before using.
Use a variety of cheeses. Cheddar cheese is a classic choice for tater tot casserole, but you can also use other types of cheese, such as mozzarella, Parmesan, or Colby Jack. For a cheesy and creamy casserole, use a combination of different cheeses.
Add your favorite toppings. Tater tot casserole is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can add cooked bacon, sausage, or ham, or vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms. You can also top the casserole with a layer of breadcrumbs or crushed crackers before baking.
Cook the casserole until the tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. This usually takes about 30 minutes in a 350°F oven. You can check the casserole is done by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the casserole is ready.

Conclusion:

Cheesy tater tot breakfast casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weekend brunch or holiday meal. It is a hearty and satisfying dish that can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and memorable breakfast casserole that your family and friends will love.