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Slow Cooker Sausage and Green Chile Breakfast Casserole in a white dish, topped with green onions and melted cheese

Slow Cooker Sausage and Green Chile Breakfast Casserole

This Slow Cooker Sausage and Green Chile Breakfast Casserole is a time-saving, delicious recipe that is perfect for busy mornings and feeding a crowd with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb. breakfast turkey sausage, browned and drained
  • 8 oz. diced fire-roasted green chiles (two 4-oz. cans), drained very well
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onion, plus more for serving
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 10 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. pepper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Spray your slow cooker generously with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. In the slow cooker, layer the browned sausage evenly. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese, the drained green chiles, and sliced green onions over the sausage.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 2 hours and 15 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking—this is crucial for the eggs to set properly.
  6. Once done, sprinkle the remaining 1.5 cups of cheese over the top. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
  7. Garnish with additional green onions if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Tip: If you're in the market for a slow cooker, go for one with a 'keep warm' setting. It'll keep your casserole warm for serving without overcooking it.