Best 7 Slow Cooker Cheesy Spinach Breakfast Casserole Recipes

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Kick-start your day with a hearty and delectable Cheesy Spinach Breakfast Casserole, a culinary symphony of flavors and textures. This slow-cooker dish is an effortless crowd-pleaser, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches. Dive into layers of tender hash browns, succulent spinach, savory breakfast sausage, and a symphony of cheeses, all enveloped in a creamy sauce. Elevate your breakfast experience with a medley of additional recipes featured in this article, including a zesty Salsa Verde, a refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salad, and a tantalizing Cranberry Orange Smoothie. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors that will make your mornings truly exceptional.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

EGG, SPINACH, AND MUSHROOM SLOW COOKER CASSEROLE



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A great vegetarian breakfast entree that's simple to make the night before. You can mix the ingredients right in the slow cooker if the pot is big enough.

Provided by ajancooks

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs

Time 6h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (24 ounce) carton cottage cheese
6 eggs
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons melted butter
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 (7 ounce) bag fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Mix cottage cheese, eggs, flour, onion, butter, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Mix in Cheddar cheese, mushrooms, and spinach.
  • Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker. Cook, covered, on Low until eggs are set, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 189.6 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 760.3 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SLOW COOKER BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Here's a breakfast casserole that is very easy on the cook. I can make it the night before and it's ready in the morning. It's the perfect recipe when I have weekend guests. -Ella Stutheit, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 7h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (30 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
12 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a greased 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, layer half of the potatoes, sausage, onion, chiles and cheese. Repeat layers. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, salt and pepper; pour over top. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until eggs are set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 242mg cholesterol, Sodium 466mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CROCK POT CHEESY SPINACH CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Crock Pot Cheesy Spinach Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Spinach

Time 5h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (16 ounce) bags frozen leaf spinach, thawed, NOT chopped spinach
1 cup chopped onion
8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, cubed, can use regular
1 1/2 cups low fat cottage cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup butter, cut up
1/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Spray your crock pot with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Add all ingredients to crock pot; mix well.
  • Cover and cook on low for about 4-6 hours, or 1 hour on high, then about 2 hours on low. Stir halfway through cooking time.
  • Stir again before serving.

SLOW-COOKER CHEESY SPINACH BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Our hearty, slow-cooker dish of Bisquick, hash browns, fresh spinach and mozzarella cheese is perfect for Sunday brinner when your family is on the run.

Provided by By Stephanie Wise

Categories     Breakfast

Time 3h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups frozen hash brown potatoes
1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup milk
8 eggs
2 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)
1/4 cup basil pesto
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 medium vine-ripened tomato, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Line bottom and sides of 6-quart slow cooker with foil; spray with cooking spray. Spread frozen hash brown potatoes in single layer in bottom of slow cooker.
  • In large bowl, beat Original Bisquick® mix, milk and eggs with whisk until well combined. Stir in spinach, cheese, pesto, garlic, tomato, and salt and pepper to taste. Pour mixture evenly over potatoes in slow cooker.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting about 3 hours or until center is set, edges are golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER SAUSAGE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h15m

Yield 12 servings (about 1 cup each)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pkg. (26-32 ounces) frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1 pkg. Jimmy Dean® Hearty Original Sausage Crumbles
2 cup (8 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup julienne cut sun dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained
6 green onions, sliced
12 eggs
1/2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Spray a 6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Layer 1/2 of the potatoes on the bottom of slow cooker.
  • 2. Top with half of the sausage, mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, sun dried tomatoes and green onion. Repeat layering.
  • 3. Beat eggs, milk salt and pepper in large bowl with a wire whisk until well blended.
  • 4. Pour evenly over potato-sausage mixture.
  • 5. Cook on low setting for 8 hours or on high setting for 4 hours or until eggs are set.
  • Substitute 1 pkg. Regular Flavor Jimmy Dean® Pork Sausage Roll, cooked, crumbled for Jimmy Dean® Hearty Original Sausage Crumbles.

BREAKFAST CASSEROLE IN A SLOW COOKER



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Cooks while you sleep! Some fun variations of this recipe: before cooking (during prep) you can add chunks of sourdough bread, diced chiles, salsa, and/or diced green onions. You can use sage or regular sausage in place of the maple sausage, if desired.

Provided by tconstantine

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Eggs

Time 6h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 (26 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
12 eggs, beaten
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon ground mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package maple-flavored sausage
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Spray the crock of a slow cooker with cooking spray. Spread hash browns to cover the bottom of the slow cooker crock.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, mustard, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Spread sausage over hash browns and spread Cheddar cheese over sausage. Pour egg mixture over cheese.
  • Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 375.6 mg, Fat 54 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 35.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.8 g, Sodium 989.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CROCK POT SPINACH CASSEROLE



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If you are a spinach lover, you should love this! This is a great side dish especially good with a holiday meal. You can prepare it all in advance and refrigerate until you are ready to turn the crock pot on. Leftovers are great, too.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Spinach

Time 4h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (10 ounce) packages frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups cottage cheese (I prefer small-curd)
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 1/2 cups American cheese, cubed
3 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Grease a crock pot.
  • Combine all ingredients and pour into the crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or on high for 1 hour.
  • You will know it's done when the edges start to get brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.4, Fat 13.7, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 125.2, Sodium 822.6, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 15.3

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: You can prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate it overnight. In the morning, simply pop it in the slow cooker and turn it on.
  • Use Fresh Spinach: Fresh spinach yields the best flavor and texture, but you can also use frozen spinach if necessary. Be sure to thaw and squeeze out any excess water before using.
  • Add Extra Vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as diced bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
  • Adjust the Seasonings: You can add more or less salt, pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder to taste.
  • Serve with Your Favorite Sides: This casserole is delicious served with toast, fruit, or yogurt.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker cheesy spinach breakfast casserole is a delicious and easy way to start your day. It's packed with protein, vegetables, and flavor, and it's perfect for busy mornings. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just yourself, this casserole is sure to please.

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