Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole

I have to apologize—really, from the bottom of my brunch-loving heart—because I should have shared this recipe years ago. If you love breakfast (who doesn’t?) and you love a good, cheesy, comforting casserole, then get ready to meet your new favorite morning dish. This Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole is easy to throw together, reheats like a dream, and is the perfect excuse to eat crispy tater tots before noon.

The original version of this recipe had the tater tots on the bottom, but I quickly realized that was a rookie mistake. The tots deserve the spotlight, so I flipped the script—now they sit proudly on top, getting golden brown and deliciously crispy. Underneath, you’ve got a savory, cheesy, sausage-packed egg mixture that’s basically a quiche in disguise.

This casserole is a lifesaver when you’ve got a crowd to feed—whether it’s holiday mornings, meal-prepping for the week, or just an excuse to eat something amazing. Plus, it’s a one-pan wonder that’s hearty, satisfying, and 100% guaranteed to have people asking for seconds. Trust me, once you make this, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.

So, grab your baking dish and let’s get started—because breakfast just got so much better!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb breakfast sausage (Jimmy Dean is my go-to)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1½ teaspoons Lawry’s seasoning salt (or your favorite seasoning)
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (sharp cheddar is great, but any favorite will work)
  • 1 bag (28 oz) of tater tots (mini tater tots are especially amazing!)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat, then set aside to cool slightly.

    Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole

    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, seasoning salt, salt, and pepper until well combined.

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      Spread the browned sausage evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

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        Sprinkle half the cheese over the sausage.

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          Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese layer.

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            Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top—make sure they aren’t submerged so they can get nice and crispy!

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              Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.

              Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tater tots and return to the oven for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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                Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes, then cut and serve.

                  Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole

                  Pro Tips:

                  • Want extra crispy tater tots? Try broiling the casserole for the last 2-3 minutes of baking time.
                  • Swap out the sausage for bacon or ham if you want to mix things up.
                  • This reheats beautifully—just pop a slice in the microwave for a quick and easy breakfast all week long.

                  Enjoy your crispy, cheesy, totally addictive Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole! 🎉

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