Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is an easy make-ahead meal!

Tater tots are layered with bacon, onions, bell peppers, & whisked eggs, and then topped with melty cheese. Refrigerate overnight and simply bake & enjoy in the morning!

Since all of the prep is done ahead of time, this is great for holidays, weekends, or even for breakfast for dinner!

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Tater Tots for Breakfast

  • Tater tots are classic comfort food and great in casseroles, in this version they replace hashbrowns in a traditional hashbrown breakfast casserole.
  • Cooking for a crowd has never been easier, this recipe is best made ahead of time!
  • We love bacon or sausage in this easy casserole but you can also add in your favorite veggies.
  • Assemble and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, just bake and serve!
  • This hearty dish can be served at any meal of the day.
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Ingredients in Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

This is an easy Tater Tot breakfast casserole recipe and great for mixing up the ingredients. Use up leftover meat and veggies and make a new recipe every time.

POTATOES: Of course, tater tots are the base for this casserole. No tater tots? No problem! Layer some frozen or homemade hash browns instead. Sweet potato hashbrowns or some homemade shredded hashbrowns would work too!

BACON: Everything tastes better with bacon. You can swap it for diced breakfast sausage, diced ham, or turkey sausage.

VEGETABLES: Onions and green & red bell pepper are flavorful and colorful! Swap out the onion for onion powder (or garlic powder) if that’s all you have on hand.

CHEESE: Mexican blend, sharp cheddar cheese, or pepper jack cheese all work well in this recipe.

Variations

Anything goes! Try sliced mushrooms, tomatoes, olives, or even broccoli pieces to give tater tot casserole a new flair! Add seasonings or spices to your liking.

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole ingredients in a pot and in a dish

How to Make a Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater tot casserole is a classic dish and this recipe is so easy to make.

  1. Layer tots in a baking dish & sprinkle with cheese.
  2. Cook bacon in a large skillet. Soften onions & peppers in leftover bacon grease.
  3. Sprinkle veggies & 2/3 of the bacon over the tots.
  4. Whisk egg mixture, pour over casserole, cover, & refrigerate overnight.
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole in a white casserole dish before being baked

In the morning…

  1. Bake (per recipe below), sprinkle remaining bacon pieces & cheese.
  2. Cook until cheese is bubbly & browned.
  3. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Time-Saving Tips

  • Use precooked bacon or ham to save time.
  • Frozen onions and peppers can be used in place of fresh which means no chopping.
  • Pre-shredded cheese works in this recipe!
  • Use frozen tater tots, no need to thaw first.
  • Remove the casserole from the fridge up to an hour before baking.

Broil the top of the casserole to brown. Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before cutting it into squares or wedges and serving.

pieces of Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole on a plate with sour cream

Leftovers & Freezing

Keep leftovers for 3-4 days in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave (or better yet air fryer if you have one!).

This tater tot breakfast casserole can be frozen. Cool completely and cut into individual servings. Freeze in a sealed container (or freezer bag) for up to 3 months. Thaw individual portions in the fridge overnight and heat as directed above.

Breakfast for a Crowd

Did you make this Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below! 

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Loaded with fresh peppers, bacon, & cheese, this Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is perfect for serving to a crowd!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 30 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients  

  • 20 ounces tater tots
  • 1 pound bacon or 1 pound sausage *see note
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 6 eggs
  • cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese or shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions 

  • Spread the tater tots in a single layer in a greased 9×13 pan. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese over the tots.
  • Chop the bacon into 1" pieces and cook in a medium skillet until crisp. Remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving 2 tablespoons of bacon fat in the pan.
  • Add onion to the pan and cook over medium heat until softened. Add the bell peppers and stir to combine. Sprinkle over the tater tots along with ⅔ of the bacon.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, & pepper in a bowl. Pour over the tater tots.
  • Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the covered casserole for 40 minutes. Remove the cover, top with remaining cheese and bacon. Turn the oven up to 425°F and bake an additional 15-20 minutes or until set and cheese is browned.

Notes

  • Cheese can be replaced with 2 cups pepper jack and 1 cup cheddar cheese.
  • If using sausage, cook the onion and sausage together. Drain any fat.
Time Saving Tips
  • Use precooked bacon or ham
  • Frozen onions and peppers can be used in place of fresh.
  • Pre-shredded cheese works in this recipe
  • Use frozen tater tots, no need to thaw first
  • Remove the casserole from the fridge up to an hour before baking.
4.97 from 30 votes

Nutrition Information

Calories: 572 | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 44g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 242mg | Sodium: 1056mg | Potassium: 469mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1098IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 342mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Breakfast, Casserole
Cuisine American

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  1. Recipe is easy to follow until the last step – raise oven temp to 425 and cook an additional 150-20 minutes. What is the correct cooking time?

    1. Hi Gloria, we cook the casserole covered at 350°F for 40 minutes. Then we remove the cover, top with remaining cheese and bacon and cook at 425°F for an additional 15-20 minutes or until set and cheese is browned. So it would be cooked for about an hour or up to an hour and 15 minutes if needed.