Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole – Sausage and Cheese

Looking for an easy breakfast casserole that can be made in your Instant Pot? This Instant Pot breakfast casserole recipe is quick and simple to put together, and will definitely satisfy your morning hunger! Plus, it’s perfect for feeding a large crowd. Give it a try today!

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but it can also be the most time-consuming. 

Between getting the kids ready for school and rushing to work yourself, who has time to cook a leisurely breakfast?

Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole Sausage and Cheese is a hearty dish that will stick to your ribs and keep you going all morning long. This easy casserole can be made in minutes in your pressure cooker, so there’s no excuse not to have a delicious breakfast this week!

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1 lb ground pork sausage, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cups cow’s milk
• 1/2 tablespoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped (red or green)
• 1 cups Monterrey jack shredded cheese, shredded
• 1 cup frozen hash browns
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground dry mustard

How can I make this lower in fat?

If you’d like to make this a little lower in fat, here are some recommendations:

• Use turkey sausage or chicken sausage instead of pork sausage
• Use a low-fat milk
• Use a low-fat cheese
• Use egg whites for some or all of the eggs

Can I use egg whites instead of whole eggs?

This would be an adaptation that you could certainly do. When substituting whole eggs with egg whites, it is usually done at a ratio of 2 egg whites to equal one whole egg.

So if you wanted to substitute all of the whole eggs in this recipe, you would need to use 12 egg whites (if you are using egg whites from a container, this would be 36 Tablespoons of egg whites). You could also do a half and half substitution if you’d like as well.

What are some adaptations I can make for this recipe?

There are lot of fun ways you can switch up this recipe:

• Add different vegetables (green onions or diced jalapeno would be a good choice)
• Use bacon or ham instead of (or in addition to) ham
• Use a different kind of cheese, such as cheddar cheese
• Swap out half the eggs for egg whites

What type of breakfast sausage do you use?

We just use whatever happens to be on sale at the supermarket. Jimmy Dean is probably our favorite brand.

Can I use tater tots instead of hashbrowns?

I think this would work just fine! I would make sure they were fully defrosted, though, and break them into pieces. I think it would make for a very tasty casserole!

Instructions

1. Brown and crumble sausage – drain excess grease
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and spices until combined and frothy. 
3. Add the remaining ingredients to the egg mixture and combine.
4. Spray your springform pan with cooking spray
5. Place mixture into the spring form pan
6. Pour 1 cup ofthe water into the inner pot
7. Place your trivet in the bottom of the Instant Pot
8. Place the springform pan on top of the trivet.
9. Put lid on the pot, make sure vent valve is closed, and set for 8 minutes on manual high pressure.
10. After the timer goes off, quick release all the pressure right away. 

Do you have to use a springform pan?

We do recommend making it in a springform pan and using the pot-in-pot method (pip method). You could probably also use an Instant Pot safe cake pan.

What type of springform pan do you use?

I used a 7″ springform pan from Fat Daddios for this. However, if you don’t have one (or you want to double the recipe).

How come there is liquid on top of the breakfast casserole?

This happens due to the condensation from the liquid in the Instant Pot that is required for this recipe. You can just pour it off – however, if it bothers you, you can cover the dish with aluminum foil before you cook it, and then the liquid will just collect on top of that instead.

What should I serve this with?

This breakfast casserole is delicious when served with salsa or cream gravy. It is also great when paired next to toast, biscuits, or seasoned grits.

Is this dish low carb?

Because of the hashbrowns, this isn’t as low carb as some dishes. However, you can take leave that out, and it will still be a delicious breakfast casserole that is a little more low carb. If you omit the potatoes, I might add in more red bell pepper.

How can I store the leftovers?

The leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. When reheating, you may need to add a splash of milk to help moisten it up again.

Can I freeze this?

Yes, you can freeze this Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole. Just wrap it tightly in foil or plastic wrap and place it in a freezer safe bag. It will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat it, thaw it overnight in the fridge and then reheat it in the microwave or oven until warmed through.

I don’t have an Instant Pot. Can I make this in the oven?

This recipe is based on our popular traditional sausage breakfast casserole. We would recommend checking out that recipe for an oven-friendly recipe.

Can I make this the night before?

Absolutely! In fact – we think that’s a better way to do! Just mix up all the ingredients, put them in the springform pan, cover and refrigerate over night. All you’ll have to do is cook it in the morning!

Can I make this dish dairy free?

If you’d like to make this dairy-free, we recommend using unflavored non-dairy milk (such as almond milk) and using your favorite non-dairy cheese.

This easy instant pot breakfast casserole is perfect for a low-prep, quick and easy meal. The sausage gives it a savory flavor that will leave you wanting more. Be sure to rate this recipe and let us know what you think in the comments below!