Sausage, Egg, and Chive Breakfast Casserole
A hearty, cheesy casserole with savory sausage and fresh chives, baked to golden perfection. This american-inspired keto ready in about 50 minutes combines Breakfast sausage, large Eggs, Heavy cream into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Breakfast sausage
- 6 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp Chives
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with 1 tbsp butter.
- Step 2: Whisk together 6 large eggs, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a large bowl until well combined.
- Step 3: Stir in 8 oz cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, and 2 tbsp chopped chives.
- Step 4: Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Step 5: Bake for 30-35 minutes until center is set and knife inserted comes out clean.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sausage, Egg, and Chive Breakfast Casserole take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Sausage, Egg, and Chive Breakfast Casserole?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sausage, Egg, and Chive Breakfast Casserole?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sausage, Egg, and Chive Breakfast Casserole for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Sausage, Egg, and Chive Breakfast Casserole?
American keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
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Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
