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A hand lifts a portion of cheesy, baked air fryer tater tot breakfast casserole with a spatula from a white dish. The delicious casserole is topped with fresh herbs.

Air Fryer Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

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This Air Fryer Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is your go-to when you’re craving a hearty and delicious breakfast or brunch! Packed with crispy tater tots, melty cheese, and savory sausage, it’s a breeze to make and a joy to eat. Perfect for lazy weekends or when you want a no-fuss meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast, Casserole
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ cups breakfast sausage
  • Salt and pepper
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup Monterrey Jack cheese shredded
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 4 cups frozen Tater Tots
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded

To serve:

  • Fresh pepper
  • Herbs

Instructions
 

  • Grease a casserole dish (9”x13”).
  • Heat a skillet to medium-high and cook the breakfast sausage until it’s no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper.
    1 ½ cups breakfast sausage, Salt and pepper
  • Whisk together the eggs, Monterey cheese, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
    8 large eggs, 1 cup Monterrey Jack cheese, ½ cup whole milk
  • Arrange the breakfast sausage in the casserole dish, then top with the Tater Tots.
    4 cups frozen Tater Tots
  • Pour the egg mixture evenly over Tater Tots. Top evenly with the cheddar cheese.
    1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
  • Bake in the air fryer at 160ºC (325°F) for 20 minutes until it’s golden brown.
  • Serve with fresh pepper and herbs.
    Fresh pepper, Herbs

Notes

  • Pre-cooked sausage works too: If you're short on time, use pre-cooked sausage to skip a step.
  • Sausage swaps: Ground beef, turkey, or even crispy bacon are great substitutes. Veggie sausage also works for a meat-free version.
  • Customize the mix-ins: Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or green onions to the egg mixture for extra flavor and texture.
  • Cheeses: Feel free to swap Monterey Jack and cheddar for your favorites, like mozzarella or pepper jack.
  • Check doneness: The casserole is ready when the eggs are set, and the top is golden brown. If needed, add a few extra minutes in the air fryer.
  • Make ahead: You can assemble it the night before and store it in the fridge. In the morning, pop it in the air fryer and bake as directed.

Storage and Reheating Instructions

  • Fridge: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: For longer storage, wrap individual portions tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Reheat: To reheat, pop a slice in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or back in the air fryer for a few minutes to bring back some crispiness.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 24gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 279mgSodium: 916mgPotassium: 442mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 711IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 346mgIron: 2mg
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