Best 8 Southwestern Breakfast Slow Cooker Casserole Recipes

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Are you looking for a convenient and delicious breakfast dish that will kickstart your morning on a high note? Look no further than the southwestern breakfast slow cooker casserole. This easy-to-make recipe combines the bold flavors of the Southwest with the convenience of a slow cooker, resulting in a hearty and flavorful breakfast that's perfect for busy mornings or special weekend brunches. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of prep, you can create a mouthwatering casserole that's packed with Southwestern flavors like black beans, corn, and bell peppers, all smothered in a savory sauce and topped with melty cheese. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the best recipe for a truly unforgettable southwestern breakfast slow cooker casserole.

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CROCK POT SOUTHWEST BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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This is a great breakfast casserole for breakfast or dinner!

Provided by Aunt Lou

Categories     Breakfast

Time 2h40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8.3 oz pkg smoky links
4 c frozen tater tots (thawed)
16 oz jar salsa
2 c shredded Colby Jack and Monterey Jack cheese (divided)
6 eggs (beaten)
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Slice your smoky links in half and brown on both sides in a skillet
  • Cut your smoky links into bite sized pieces
  • Spray your crock pot with cooking spray
  • Place your thawed tots in your crock pot
  • Put your sausage pieces, salsa and half of your cheese on top of your tots
  • Pour your eggs over everything
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper
  • Top with the rest of your cheese
  • Cover and cook on high for 2 1/2 hours

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Are you looking for an easy breakfast casserole that everyone loves? This Slow Cooker Southwest Breakfast Casserole is a family favorite (and low carb too)!

Provided by Cris

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb breakfast sausage (browned)
10 eggs (beaten)
salt and pepper (to taste)
1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
1.25 cups heavy cream
1 cup salsa
sour cream (garnish)

Steps:

  • Brown sausage in a skillet or using the saute feature on a multicooker.
  • Drain sausage, reserving some fat to grease a 6 quart slowcooker or multi-cooker.
  • In a bowl, combine beaten eggs, cream, salt, pepper and 1/2 cup of cheese.
  • Pour eggs into slow cooker/multi-cooker, add sausage evenly and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Drizzle salsa evenly on top and cook on high for 60-90 minutes or until the center is set.
  • Slice and serve with a dollop of sour cream.

SLOW COOKER SOUTHWEST BREAKFAST CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Tasty and delicious, this southwest breakfast casserole is hearty, satisfying and packed with fiber. I adapted the recipe from a Best of Bridge Slow Cooker to make it more Weight Watchers friendly.

Provided by Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch     Main Course

Time 5h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (14 to 15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1 cup corn kernels
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
8 eggs
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Ideal slow cooker size: 5- to 6-Quart.
  • Grease the inside of your slow cooker insert.
  • In a large bowl, combine the black beans, bell pepper, onion, potatoes, corn, cheese and cilantro. Stir well and then dump in the slow cooker.
  • In the same bowl beat together the eggs, milk, salt and cayenne pepper. Pour mixture over the potato mixture in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • When you're ready to cook the casserole, transfer the insert to the slow cooker base.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 5 hours, or until eggs are set and the edges are browned.
  • Uncover, being careful not to let the condensation in the lid drip back into the slow cooker. Turn off the slow cooker and let the casserole sit, uncovered, for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8th recipe, Calories 268 kcal, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Protein 17.6 g, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 6.2 g

SOUTHWEST BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

24 Ounces Ore-Ida® Southern Style Hash Browns
2 Cups Pepper Jack Cheese Shredded
1 Teaspoon Oregano Crushed
1 Red Bell Pepper
6 Eggs
3 Tablespoons Butter Melted

Steps:

  • 1.Combine potatoes, cheese, and seasonings in 13" X 9" X 2" baking dish, sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange pepper rings over top of potato mixture.
  • 2.Crack one egg into each pepper ring, brush eggs with melted butter. Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes or until egg whites are set and potatoes are tender.

SOUTHWESTERN BREAKFAST SLOW-COOKER CASSEROLE



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I created this recipe for a breakfast-for-dinner meal one day, and now it's become a favorite on chilly mornings. Such a wonderful aroma! Using extra-sharp cheddar cheese instead of the milder types allows you to use less, while giving you an extra boost of flavor. -Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 2h50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large eggs
8 large egg whites
1-1/3 cups fat-free milk
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (7 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
6 slices whole wheat bread, lightly toasted and cubed
Pico de gallo, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together first 7 ingredients. Stir in beans, corn, ham, cheese and chiles. Stir in bread to moisten. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray., Cook, covered, on low until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 2-1/2 to 3-1/2 hours. Let stand, uncovered, 10 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with pico de gallo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 771mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST CROCK POT BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Southwest crock pot breakfast is a delicious make-ahead recipe made with chilies and sausage to spice up a fabulous egg casserole.

Provided by Linda Larsen

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Entree

Time 7h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
1 pound bulk breakfast sausage (cooked and drained)
1 onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
1 (4-ounce) can chopped green chilies or jalapeño peppers (well drained)
2 1/2 cups Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese (grated)
18 eggs
1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, if desired
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Grease inside of 5-quart crock pot with butter or spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Starting with sausage, layer the cooked and drained meat, onions, peppers, chiles, and cheese into the slow cooker, repeating the layering process until all of the ingredients are used.
  • In a large mixer bowl, beat the eggs with a wire whisk or eggbeater until combined, then pour over mixture in the crockpot.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low 7 to 8 hours or until the temperature reaches at least 165 F. Serve this recipe immediately with sour cream or fresh salsa.
  • If you have a newer, hotter cooking crockpot, check at 5 1/2 hours.
  • To serve, scoop up portions and serve on warmed plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 405 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 882 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 32 g, ServingSize 1 pot (10 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

OVERNIGHT SLOW COOKER BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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We're obsessed with this easy slow cooker breakfast recipe. Layer the ingredients overnight and wake to savory, breakfast perfection.

Provided by Jones Dairy Farm

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Jones Dairy Farm

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated hash brown potatoes
4 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 (5 ounce) package Jones Dairy Farm All Natural Golden Brown® Mild Sausage Links, sliced into coins
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, divided
½ cup chopped fresh basil, divided

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl combine eggs and cream; whisk until well combined. Sprinkle onion powder, salt and both peppers over egg mixture while whisking. Whisk until completely combined. Set aside.
  • In slow cooker, combine hash browns and about 1/2 of each of Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, sausage, sun-dried tomatoes and basil. Using fingers, gently toss until combined. Pour egg mixture over top; if necessary use spatula to smooth out top.
  • Set aside about 1/2 of remaining mozzarella cheese (approximately 2 ounces). Sprinkle remaining ingredients over top of casserole. Cover slow cooker and cook for 6-8 hours on low or until center is cooked through. A thermometer inserted into center should read 160 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle casserole with remaining cheese, serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 361.6 mg, Fat 39.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 26.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.8 g, Sodium 978.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

BREAKFAST CASSEROLE IN A SLOW COOKER



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Cooks while you sleep! Some fun variations of this recipe: before cooking (during prep) you can add chunks of sourdough bread, diced chiles, salsa, and/or diced green onions. You can use sage or regular sausage in place of the maple sausage, if desired.

Provided by tconstantine

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 (26 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
12 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon ground mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package maple-flavored sausage
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Spray the crock of a slow cooker with cooking spray. Spread hash browns to cover the bottom of the slow cooker crock.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, mustard, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Spread sausage over hash browns and spread Cheddar cheese over sausage. Pour egg mixture over cheese.
  • Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 375.6 mg, Fat 54 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 35.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.8 g, Sodium 989.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

Tips:

  • Prep ahead of time: Cut and measure your ingredients the night before, so you can easily assemble the casserole in the morning.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your casserole. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and zucchini.
  • Don't overcook the eggs: The eggs should be cooked through, but not overcooked. Otherwise, they will become tough and rubbery.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Some popular options include salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and cheese.

Conclusion:

The southwestern breakfast slow cooker casserole is a delicious and easy way to start your day. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's perfect for busy mornings. You can prep it ahead of time and cook it overnight, so you can wake up to a hot and hearty breakfast. Serve it with your favorite toppings, and enjoy!

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