My kids have been requesting enchiladas for dinner for a couple of weeks now. Last night I was craving breakfast for dinner so, in the perfect compromise, this idea was born.
Scrambled Eggs and Sausage
Scrambled eggs with sausage is a classic breakfast combo and I love finding new ways to enjoy them. Green Chile and Sausage Scrambled Eggs has been one of my most frequently made savory breakfast meals for a while.
I really liked the uniqueness of the scrambled eggs in this dish instead of our usual frittata or quiche. The addition of breakfast sausage in the enchiladas really brings the whole dish together.
Breakfast Enchilada Casserole
I took the concept and swapped green chiles for milder red and bell peppers so that even those among us who avoid spicy foods could enjoy these enchiladas. (If you love spice like me, you can always add more heat by topping your portion of finished enchiladas with salsa or hot sauce!) Next time you’re making breakfast, remember that there are a whole lot more options beyond dropping your eggs on a plate with a slice of toast. There are so many other ways to serve scrambled eggs and sausage your family will enjoy! From breakfast grilled cheese to breakfast tacos, quesadillas to this Sausage and Scrambled Egg Pizza from Recipe Girl, there’s no end to the creative ways you can bring these breakfast favorites to your table. Say goodbye to leftovers with this Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole. Layered with crispy tater tots, gooey cheese, savory sausage, and fluffy eggs this breakfast casserole has earned thumbs up around the table every time I serve it. Jalapeno Poppers make the yummiest breakfast. Fluffy, creamy eggs layered with an abundance of bacon, cream cheese, and jalapenos add up to the Jalapeno Popper Casserole of which dreams are made.
Make-Ahead Breakfast
The best part of this meal? It made enough that dinner was served with enough leftover for breakfast as well! We liked it so much that everyone was excited to have this dish two meals in a row. A quick reheat in the microwave and breakfast was ready to go. I love waking up and knowing that I have a hearty breakfast already prepared. If you’re looking for more make-ahead breakfast ideas, check out these Breakfast Casserole Muffin Cups or any of my Baked Oatmeal recipes too.
Freezer Meal
This breakfast enchilada recipe freezes wonderfully as well. Before baking the assembled casserole, cover it tightly and freeze the whole thing. Let the enchiladas thaw in the fridge for a day or two before you want to heat them, then bake the dish like usual. I recommend preparing two pans of breakfast enchiladas at once–one to eat and one to freeze for later! Nothing makes me happier on a busy night than remembering I have a delicious freezer meal on hand to take the stress out of dinner prep. Because yes, this makes an awesome dinner too!
Breakfast Enchilada
Stacked breakfast enchiladas are cheesy, flavorful and satisfying with every bite. Whether you eat them for breakfast, lunch or dinner, they’re sure to be a hit. Have you made any of my other enchilada recipes? If not, you probably haven’t stumbled across my favorite enchilada making tip! I learned this from a friend over 20 years ago and I’ve been making them this way ever since. Slice your tortillas into pie-shaped wedges before layering them into the dish. This not only avoids clumps of tortillas stuck together from trying to layer the bigger rounds into the pan, but it also makes the enchiladas easier to serve, as they will slice more easily. We all enjoyed this make-ahead breakfast very much and both of my older boys requested seconds! It’s definitely going to be a regular fixture on our breakfast (and breakfast for dinner) meal rotation from now on.
Breakfast Enchilada Recipe
{originally published 9/17/12 – recipe notes and photos updated 3/22/22}
