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This easy Sausage Hash Brown Casserole is a great way to start off your day. Made with frozen hashbrowns, breakfast sausage, eggs, and plenty of cheese, it’s perfect not only for special occasions but also for every day!

closeup: sausage hash brown casserole with melted cheddar cheese and fresh herbs on top

Sausage Hash Brown Casserole

Is breakfast at your house crazy?! Please tell me it is and that my house isn’t the only one. With activities, school, and all the rest, it’s always a rush to get breakfast done and out the door on time.

Plus, cereal just doesn’t cut it for my kids. They’ll eat about 3 family-sized boxes and then within 30 minutes want to raid the pantry and fridge for more food. If I want to keep my kids full, breakfast has to be a little more hearty than a bowl of cereal!

That’s where my hash brown casserole with sausage comes in handy! It can even be assembled the night before and baked in the morning. It’s really easy to put together and takes about 45 minutes to bake.  

I know what you’re thinking — that’s too long! But, if you pop it in the oven first thing in the morning so it bakes while you get yourself (and everyone else) ready for the day, the timing should be perfect.

Unless you roll out of bed 5 minutes before you have to leave… then you are going to need to grab one of these breakfast burritos and eat it while you run to the car (not that I’ve ever done that :))

Otherwise, bake this sausage hash brown casserole on the weekend and you can eat it for breakfast leftovers during the week. All you need to do is reheat! AWESOME!

Why You’ll Love Hash Brown Casserole with Sausage

  • Minimal ingredients
  • Baked in under 1 hour
  • Easily make ahead
  • Packed with eggs and cottage cheese — it’s really filling!
  • Customizable
  • Kid-test and approved
closeup: pouring the cheese and egg mixture on top of cooked breakfast sausage for hash brown casserole with sausage

Key Ingredients to Make Hash Brown Casserole with Eggs and Sausage

  • FROZEN HASHBROWNS – Act as the base for all of the other ingredients! You could always grate fresh potatoes to use instead, but it would be a lot more time-consuming. Make your life easier and go with frozen.
  • BREAKFAST SAUSAGE – Savory, hearty, and so tasty! You can use any type of breakfast sausage you’d like — sometimes I use chicken sausage if I have it in the fridge.
  • EGGS – Bind everything together and add more substance to the sausage hash brown casserole.
  • ONION & GARLIC – Add savory flavor and balance out the richness in the sausage especially. You could use shallots instead of onion if that’s all you have, and garlic powder can substitute fresh (about 1/2 teaspoon).
  • COTTAGE CHEESE – Brings a creamy texture and a touch of tang. It also helps make the whole thing taste moist and rich without being too heavy.
  • CHEDDAR CHEESE – I love shredded sharp cheddar here! You could sub in any cheese that melts well — mozzarella, Monterey Jack, or a milder cheddar are all great options.
  • MILK – Needed for the best texture. I usually have whole milk in the fridge, but you can use what you like best.
  • CHILI POWDER – For a little spice and warmth! This is the only seasoning I added to my hash brown casserole with eggs and sausage, so feel free to use more if you prefer.

How to Make Breakfast Sausage Casserole with Hash Browns

RECIPE PREP: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

BROWN THE SAUSAGE: Add the breakfast sausage, onion, garlic, and chili powder to a large skillet and brown until the meat is no longer pink.

COMBINE THE CHEESE & EGGS: Place the cottage cheese, cheddar, eggs, and milk in a large bowl and whisk until combined.

ASSEMBLE THE CASSEROLE: Layer the frozen hashbrowns along the bottom of the prepared dish and top with the sausage mixture. Pour the cheese mixture on top, then bake the hash brown casserole with eggs and sausage for 40-50 minutes. Enjoy!

side view: a spatula lifting a piece of hash brown casserole with eggs and sausage out of the baking dish

FAQs

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Absolutely! As mentioned, this is a great one to assemble the night before to make your morning even easier. Simply assemble your breakfast casserole with eggs hash browns and sausage as directed, but cover with foil and refrigerate instead of baking. You could even freeze it for up to 3 months! Pull it out of the fridge to sit for about 30 minutes before baking to get the best results — you may need to adjust the baking time too.

Why is my hash brown casserole with sausage soggy?

Your breakfast sausage casserole with hash browns could come out soggy due to the excess moisture in the frozen potatoes! If mushy results are a real concern, try thawing and then draining the hashbrowns well before using them.

How do I know when my hashbrown casserole is done?

You’ll know your sausage hash brown casserole is done when a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. The top should also be bubbly and golden brown! I like to start checking in on mine around the 40-minute mark to prevent burning.

Breakfast Casserole with Eggs Hash Browns and Sausage Pro Tips

  • Thaw and drain the frozen hashbrowns to prevent things from becoming soggy. It’s an extra step but it can be so helpful!
  • Drain the sausage too. All of that extra grease could also give you mushy results! Once it’s browned completely, pour any excess liquid into a paper towel before you add it to the casserole.
  • Try to make your layers as even as possible. This will help ensure your sausage hash brown casserole cooks evenly and you get a little bit of potato, sausage, eggs, and cheese in every bite.
  • Let the casserole sit for 10-15 minutes after baking. If you have the time, it makes serving so much easier.
  • Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top for even more richness! Sliced avocado, hot sauce, fresh herbs, or even bacon bits are some other tasty garnishes to try.
a piece of breakfast sausage casserole with hash browns on a small white plate with a metal fork

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Breakfast Sausage Hash Brown Casserole

Course: Breakfast
This easy Sausage Hash Brown Casserole is a great way to start off your day. Made with frozen hashbrowns, breakfast sausage, eggs, and plenty of cheese, it's perfect not only for special occasions but also for every day!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 -10
Author: Countryside Cravings
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Ingredients

  • 1 26 oz package frozen hashbrowns
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
  • 8 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9×13 baking pan, set aside.
  • In a large skillet brown the sausage, onion, garlic and chili powder until no longer pink. (about 10 min) Set aside.
  • In a large bowl combine the cottage cheese, cheddar, eggs and milk. Set aside.
  • Place the hashbrowns in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Top with the sausage mixture. Carefully pour the cheese mixture over the sausage. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
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9 thoughts on “Breakfast Sausage Hash Brown Casserole”

  1. 4 stars
    I used chicken sausages as my gf is Muslim and she still loved it (got an 8/10)….I also added less sharp cheese and added cream cheese but only because Chinese are not massive cheese eaters.
    All in all, a great breakfast/light lunch dish that is easily adapted to culinary requirements and so so simple.

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  2. I have made this 3 times everyone loves it ! I always wonder if I use the hash browns that are shredded or reguaar,I usually use regular, which do you use ?

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    • I usually use the shredded but as you can tell it will work with either. Thank you so much and I am so glad you enjoyed!! 🙂

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    • Ha, I used sort of alphabet hash browns as the only sort available in the local market (Hong Kong)…..I did wonder if sauteed potatoes might work as well but they would be firmer for a breakfast, maybe for lunch with a salad that would work ??

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  3. Oh my. I don’t know if I can wait for the weekend to try this beauty out! It’s so perfect for a family style breakfast or for a classic breakfast for dinner night. Love!

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