Low-Carb Sausage and Egg Casserole
A hearty, satisfying casserole perfect for breakfast or any meal, featuring savory chicken sausage, creamy eggs, and melty cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-Carb
Ingredients
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- 1 lb fully cooked chicken sausage, crumbled or chopped
- 10 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
- 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm the crumbled chicken sausage until heated through and lightly golden.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. Add the almond milk or cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Optionally, add red pepper flakes.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar, mozzarella, chopped red bell pepper, and most of the chopped green onions. Mix in the sausage until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is set.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with reserved green onions.
Notes
Try using fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Sautéing bell peppers before adding can enhance their sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 400mg
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