Description
Pioneer Woman Breakfast Burrito Casserole delivers a hearty morning feast packed with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and melted cheese. Perfect for weekend gatherings, this crowd-pleasing dish promises a satisfying start to any day.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage
- 4 large eggs
Cheeses:
- 2 cups grated pepper jack cheese
- 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
Base and Vegetable Ingredients:
- 20-ounce bag of refrigerated diced potatoes with onions
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 4 scallions, sliced
- ½ cup jarred pickled jalapeno slices
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt (like Lawry’s)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Additional Serving Items:
- Nonstick cooking spray, oil, or butter for greasing the baking dish
- Tortillas
- Salsa
Instructions
- Prepare the base by lightly greasing a 9-inch by 13-inch (23 centimeters by 33 centimeters) baking dish and evenly distribute diced potatoes and chopped onions across the bottom.
- In a large skillet warmed over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté the sausage. Break the meat into small crumbles using a wooden spatula until it reaches a rich golden-brown color and is thoroughly cooked, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.
- Spread the cooked sausage over the potato and onion layer, ensuring even distribution throughout the baking dish.
- Create the custard mixture by whisking together milk, sour cream, seasoned salt, freshly ground black pepper, whole eggs, sliced scallions, diced bell pepper, and 1 cup (240 milliliters) of pepper jack cheese with 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) of shredded cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Gently pour the creamy egg mixture over the sausage, potato, and onion base, making sure it covers the entire surface evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup (240 milliliters) of pepper jack and 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) of cheddar cheese on top. Strategically arrange fresh jalapeño slices across the cheese layer for added heat and visual appeal.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 20 to 35 minutes until the cheese becomes golden, bubbly, and the casserole is thoroughly heated.
- Warm the tortillas and prepare salsa as an accompaniment. Slice the casserole and serve by rolling portions into burritos, adding salsa according to personal preference.
Notes
- Elevate your breakfast game with a southwestern-inspired casserole that packs bold flavors and hearty ingredients into every single bite.
- Sausage and eggs form the protein-rich foundation, creating a satisfying meal that keeps you full and energized throughout the morning.
- Creamy cheese layers melt seamlessly between tortillas, potatoes, and sausage, delivering a luxurious texture in each forkful.
- Versatile enough for meal prep, weekend brunches, or quick grab-and-go breakfasts that don’t compromise on taste or nutrition.
- Spice levels become completely customizable, allowing everyone from heat-seekers to mild-flavor lovers to enjoy this delicious dish.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg