Slow cookers are truly magical kitchen appliances. I mean, really. No matter what you throw into it or how long you think you’ve overcooked it, whatever it is you’re making comes out freaking amazing.
Exhibit A: This slow cooker egg casserole that I completely abandoned on the countertop for well over 3 hours, during which time I nearly emptied the shelves at our local Trader Joe’s, made (and drank) 2 homemade pumpkin spice lattes, washed, dried and folded two loads of laundry, and fit in a 4 mile run with 2 rounds of stairs.
Whew.
It probably won’t surprise you when I say I nearly dove head first into this bad boy after walking in the door from my run.
This slow cooker egg casserole is like one of the easiest things you could cook and still actually be proud of. Eggs cook amazingly well in the slow cooker which makes this a perfect dish for a post-Turkey Trot breakfast or a Black Friday brunch.
The key to keeping it super simple is using frozen, already shredded hash browns. Yes–I used frozen hash browns and I’m not the slightest bit ashamed because, when they’re covered with eggs, bacon, cheese and green onions and slow cooked to perfection–who cares?
If you must, feel free to brown your frozen hash browns a bit on the stove before layering them into the bottom of the slow cooker. I had to, so no judgements will be passed, but it doubles the work for no noticeable difference. You know why? Because all potatoes come out soft and delicious after a few hours in the slow cooker no matter what you do to them beforehand.
Serves: 8 | Serving Size: approx. 6 ounces
INGREDIENTS
20 ounce bag frozen, shredded hash browns (I used Trader Joe’s)
8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and coarsely chopped
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
6 green onions, sliced thin
12 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Cooking oil (to lightly coat slow cooker)
Optional toppings: Fresh salsa, hot sauce & avocado
DIRECTIONS
Lightly grease your slow cooker with cooking oil. Layer half of the hash browns into the bottom and top with half the bacon, half the cheese, and one-third of the green onions. Set aside some bacon and green onion for garnish and then repeat with a second layer of hash brown, bacon, cheese and onion.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper and slowly pour over top. Cook until eggs are set, approximately 2-3 hours on high, or 4-5 hours on low. Sprinkle remaining bacon and onions on top and serve immediately, with or without hot sauce.
It smells delicious but has a lot of liquid after cooking for 3 hours. I used lactose-free 2% milk. Did you use whole milk?
I’ presuming the crockpot should be covered with a lid, right?
Can the bacon egg & hash brown casserole be cooked in an insta lot or oven
I don’t own a crockpot. Can I make it in the oven ? What would be the cooking time ?
Can you freeze this and eat it all week?
I haven’t tried freezing it but leftovers should last 3-5 days in the fridge.
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Hi Elle,
This sounds like a great recipe but when I print it I can barely read it, which seems to be style problem, not a printer error. Is there any way I can get the type to print darker? Thanks. Chloe
Does this recipe reheat well in the microwave?
Does this fill a 5 quart slow cooker or could I double the recipe?
I would like to try this with Cholesterol free egg beaters. I am wondering how much egg substitute I would use for equivalency of 12 real eggs.
1/4 c. egg beaters = 1 egg.
Hi I need to make one dozen eggs in ant style this early Easter Sunday morning… before 6:30am…this is really great idea but can I put everything in the night before then set timer to cook in the middle of the night?
Yes. I have made this recipe and it is very good. Although it can be a bit dry, but do not use margarine or butter, it will turn it “soupy”. Make it before going to bed, and start the crock pot. I make a huge crock pot, and it takes 10-12 hours on low. It is done and is very good.
Wow thanks! btw how recipes in the pot you were making that will take over ten hours?
This makes a crazy amount, but heats up great a day later! UK frozen hash browns are terrible, so I’d recommend grating potato instead – worth the extra effort. I also add in a spot of spinach.
Sounds great, can I make it the night before, and cook it overnight? I need breakfast for Scout leaders to be ready around 7:30 am.
Hi, I live in Turkey. Sad,sad,sad but I can not get frozen hash brown here. Ugh.
If u live in or around Adana try the French Market (I can’t remember the name) There one in Istanbul also.
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Goodness, I don't think I've ever heard the term Galette. This makes me think of an English peasant dish, kind of like a shepherds pie. I know it's different from that, yet it has that kind of look to me. It is so beautiful and comforting both at the sme time. And not many dishes are both. Of course the pie crust would be the biggest shortcut. I may try on of these with different things inside.
I made something like this in the oven a couple weeks ago but it had sausage in it. If I used turkey sausage and turkey bacon and add green pepper, could it still be healthy?
Yes Turkey is always a healthier substitute for beef or pork and throwing extra veggies is great also!
Perfect. I was looking for a Christmas morning breakfast option that is totally carefree!
I am now obsessed with the idea of making egg casserole in a slow-cooker! Who knew! Genius and I can’t wait to try it (sans bacon, sorry).
I’ve never made eggs in my slow cooker before, but what a great idea! Can’t wait to give this a try!
I’ll be hosting some friends for brunch in a few weeks and I think I’m going to give this a try. Looks so simple. Do you think I could prepare this the night before and then just warm up in the crockpot in the morning?
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Delicious! And yes, I’m all for breakfast for dinner, or even lunch. Hope you’re doing well, Elle! :)
Sounds great! I have been alllll about some breakfast casseroles lately.
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I can’t wait to make this when we have family visit us.
Can I skip the hashbrowns and just go with everythibg else? I have been looking for a recipe like this all my life !!
I am also going to try them without the hashbrowns. I’m presuming that will reduce the cooking time a bit, not really sure. I will be adding mushrooms and spinach to mine, can’t wait!!!
I was wondering the same to make this lower carb. I guess it can’t hurt to try, right?
Oh wow, this looks amazing! I think we might be having this for tea tonight ;-)