Easy Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole For A Busy Morning
Looking for a quick and easy breakfast idea? This recipe for Mexican fiesta breakfast casserole is the perfect choice. Fast to make, lots of customizable options, it will fill all the hungry bellies at your table.
I will be the first to admit, that I may not always eat breakfast. But now that I am older, I am trying my best to eat better, and that includes breakfast. So today I am sharing my newest favorite breakfast recipe. After all, if I want to be spending more time traveling, then I better have the right fuel to do it.
Common Questions About Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole
Can I Make This Recipe Ahead Of Time?
You can certainly mix all of the ingredients together in a bag and keep it in the freezer. When you are ready to make your breakfast casserole, toss the bag in the fridge to thaw until you are ready to add the eggs and cheese.
I Am Watching My Cholesterol, Can I Use Egg Whites Instead?
You most certainly can. I suggest using liquid egg whites in the carton for ease of use.
Can I Add Meats To The Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole?
While this recipe is considered a meatless dish, you can certainly add your favorite meats. I suggest adding chorizo to keep with the fiesta flavors.
Can I Use More Than One Type Of Cheese In This Recipe?
The motto of my family is that you can never have too much cheese. So, while the recipe suggests one type of cheese, feel free to add your favorites. I added a suggestion below with one of mine.
Easy Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Ingredients For The Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole
- 1 bag (20 oz) frozen hash browns, thawed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 12 eggs
- 1⁄2 cup milk
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper
For a little bit of an extra kick (and to satisfy those cheese lovers) consider adding shredded pepper jack cheese to this recipe for a little more spice and flavor.
Necessary Kitchen Tools For This Recipe
- 9×13 baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Egg Whisk
- Veggie chopping knife
- Cutting board
- Plates
Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole Basics
- PREP TIME: 20 minutes
- BAKE TIME: 45 minutes
- SERVINGS PER CASSEROLE DISH: 8
To save time on prep, get already cut up onions, peppers, and chilies from the produce section of your local grocery store. Cuts prep time in half.
Directions To Prepare This Recipe
Step #1: Ready Your Kitchen
Preheat oven to 350 and prepare a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.
Step #2:
Add hash browns to bottom of dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Step #3:
Sprinkle the onion and red pepper over the potatoes. Add half the green chiles and about half of the cheese to the top.
Step #4:
In a bowl, mix the eggs, milk, chili powder, cumin and remaining green chiles.
Step #5:
Pour over the potato and vegetable mixture, then top with the rest of the cheese.
Step #6:
Bake at 350 degrees for 45-55 minutes.
Final Step
Check for doneness by inserting a knife in the center. Let set for 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.
Awesome Breakfast Side Dishes To Enjoy With This Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole
Want to make this an even hearty breakfast? Have a large crowd to feed? Here are some suggestions for side dishes to go with this recipe.
- For the adults in the group, start out your day with a simple fuzzy navel cocktail to go with this dish.
- A hands-off dish you can make the night before is slow cooker cranberry apple french toast.
- Some easy parmesan breakfast potatoes are a perfect side dish to this hearty casserole.
- And you can’t mention breakfast without saying bacon! Check out this recipe for air fryer turkey bacon. YUM!
- And, of course, there is everyone’s favorite: homemade pumpkin spice latte. Same great taste without leaving the house.
What To Do With Any Leftovers
If you happen to have leftovers after making this recipe for mexican fiesta breakfast casserole, what next?
What Is The Best Way To Store Any Casserole Leftovers?
Always store your leftovers in airtight containers, making sure the casserole is completely cooled before placing in the fridge or freezer.
How Long Can Leftovers Be Stored In The Fridge?
You can store any of the leftovers in the fridge for about 3-4 days.
Can The Breakfast Casserole Be Frozen?
The best way to freeze this casserole is in individual portions. They will last 3 months in the freezer.
What is The Best Way To Reheat This Recipe?
To reheat in the microwave, cover individual servings with a microwave-safe lid or paper towel (I always suggest wetting the paper towel), microwave for 60 seconds, check your temperature, then microwave for 20 seconds more, if necessary.
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Easy Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Casserole
Looking for a quick and easy breakfast idea? This recipe for Mexican fiesta breakfast casserole is the perfect choice. Fast to make, lots of customizable options, it will fill all the hungry bellies at your table.
Ingredients
- 1 bag (20 oz) frozen hash browns, thawed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 red pepper, diced
- 12 eggs
- 1⁄2 cup milk
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 and prepare a 9 x 13 baking dish with cooking spray.
- Add hash browns to bottom of dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle the onion and red pepper over the potatoes. Add half the green chiles and about half of the cheese to the top.
- In a bowl, mix the eggs, milk, chili powder, cumin and remaining green chiles.
- Pour over the potato and vegetable mixture, then top with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45-55 minutes.
- Check for doneness by inserting a knife in the center. Let set for 5 minutes, then cut into squares and serve.
Notes
*For a little bit of an extra kick (and to satisfy those cheese lovers) consider adding shredded pepper jack cheese to this recipe for a little more spice and flavor.
*To save time on prep, get already cut up onions, peppers, and chilies from the produce section of your local grocery store. Cuts prep time in half.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 258Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 308mgSodium: 379mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 17g
All amounts are approximate. Consult your physician or registered dietician for exact nutritional values.
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This looks delicious and it would be a great dish to serve to guests! Pinning!
This sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comment. This really is a great recipe for so many occasions.
What an awesome casserole for breakfast, love those hashbrowns to start with.
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This looks so good and so easy to make!! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party – hope you have a fabulous week.
I love how colorful this dish is!
I’m sure my family would love it! I do not do dairy or eggs, so I’d have to make a lot of accommodations, but my boys would probably eat it up.
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The breakfast casserole would be Weight Watchers friendly. Looks delicious too! Will print the recipe and try.
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This looks so yum! Thank you for sharing the recipe!