Sausage and potatoes are a classic combo that’s perfect for breakfast. Make this Sausage Potato Casserole in just 30 minutes, and have a hot breakfast ready in no time. I especially love this cheesy sausage breakfast casserole for Christmas and other holiday mornings.

cheesy sausage and potatoes recipe in a white dish

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Why We Love This Sausage Potato Casserole Recipe

  • Easy. I really don’t like spending all my time in the kitchen, especially first thing in the morning. This cheesy dish solves that problem! It’s an entire meal in one dish!
  • Cheesy. This casserole has everything you need for an easy and tasty breakfast. It’s savory, it’s cheesy, and it’s plenty filling.
  • Flavorful. Cheese, potatoes, sausage. Check, check, and check! What more could you ask for from a sausage breakfast casserole? We’ve also got some onion and parsley thrown in there to add even more flavor!

Variations on Potato Sausage Casserole

You can change up this casserole by using different kinds of sausage, such as Italian, breakfast, chorizo, or even soy sausage. You can also add some fresh herbs, like sage, to enhance the breakfast-y flavor!

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How to Store and Reheat 

Store leftover sausage and potato casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave.

How to Freeze 

Freeze sausage and potato casserole tightly wrapped in 2 layers of plastic wrap and 1 layer of aluminum foil for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this cheesy sausage potato casserole with breakfast classics, like scrambled eggs, buttermilk pancakes, or sticky buns.

a bowl of sausage and potato bake

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5-Star Review

“Oh my goodness, I could almost eat this whole casserole myself, SO good!” -Kimberly

Recipe Card

Sausage and Potatoes Casserole Recipe

4.60 from 64 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Becky Hardin
Sausage and potatoes is a classic combo that's perfect for breakfast. This CHEESY sausage and potatoes recipe is so simple and so delicious. Make this sausage potato casserole in just 30 minutes, and have a hot breakfast ready in no time. I especially love this cheesy sausage breakfast casserole for Christmas and other holiday mornings.
This easy sausage and potatoes recipe is always a hit. What's not to love about a sausage breakfast casserole covered in CHEESE?!
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Ingredients 

  • 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into ¼-inch slices
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted (½ stick)
  • 1 pound bulk hot pork sausage
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cups freshly shredded cheese — cheddar, Gruyere, Swiss or a mixture
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and spray 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place the potatoes in a large saucepan set over medium-high heat, and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil and reduce the heat to low. Cook, uncovered 8-10 minutes or until the potatoes are just fork tender. Drain the potatoes and place them in the prepared baking dish.
    3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
  • Pour the melted butter over the potatoes.
    ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • While the potatoes cook, crumble the sausage in a large skillet set over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until the onion is translucent and the sausage is cooked through. Transfer the sausage/onion mixture to a paper towel-lined plate and dab the top of the mixture with another paper towel.
    1 pound bulk hot pork sausage, 1 yellow onion
    A sausage and potato casserole cooking in a frying pan on a marble countertop.
  • Spread the sausage/onion mixture over the potatoes and gently toss the mixture together.
  • Top with cheese and bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 7-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
    2 cups freshly shredded cheese
    Cheesy sausage and potato casserole in a white dish.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve.
    2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
    Sausage and potato casserole cooked in a baking dish with a wooden spoon.

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Calories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 19gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 557mgPotassium: 906mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 591IUVitamin C: 36mgCalcium: 231mgIron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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How to Make Sausage and Potato Casserole Step by Step

Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Boil the Potatoes: Place 3 pounds of sliced Yukon Gold potatoes in a large saucepan set over medium-high heat, and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil and reduce the heat to low. Cook, uncovered 8-10 minutes or until the potatoes are just fork-tender. Drain the potatoes and place them in the prepared baking dish.

Add the Butter: Pour ¼ cup of melted unsalted butter over the potatoes.

Cook the Sausage: While the potatoes cook, crumble 1 pound of pork sausage in a large skillet set over medium heat. Add 1 chopped yellow onion and cook until the onion is translucent and the sausage is cooked through. Transfer the sausage/onion mixture to a paper towel-lined plate and dab the top of the mixture with another paper towel.

A sausage and potato casserole cooking in a frying pan on a marble countertop.

Toss the Sausage and Potatoes: Spread the sausage/onion mixture over the potatoes and gently toss the mixture together.

Bake the Casserole: Top with 2 cups of freshly shredded cheese and bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 7-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Garnish and Serve: Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve.

Sausage and potato casserole cooked in a baking dish with a wooden spoon.

Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Sara Andrews
Sara Andrews
November 11, 2021 4:33 pm

Could I add cream cheese to this? Would that be good or just be overkill?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
November 18, 2021 1:31 pm
Reply to  Sara Andrews

You can give it a shot!

Lorie
Lorie
February 7, 2024 10:54 am
Reply to  Sara Andrews

I’ll bet adding the cream cheese to the cooked sausage, then layering it in the potatoes would be great! I think it would give it a little kick. Good idea.

Angie
Angie
October 18, 2021 10:46 am

So easy to make & so good, prepped it the night before.5 stars

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Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
October 18, 2021 3:18 pm
Reply to  Angie

That looks delicious, Angie!

Sue
Sue
February 18, 2021 12:33 pm

If you were to make this ahead, I would guess you’d get up to the step of putting cheese on top. When ready to bake, top with cheese and bake for how long to warm it up?4 stars

Donna
Donna
January 5, 2021 8:40 pm

Can you freeze this?5 stars

Jan
Jan
December 27, 2020 4:54 pm

Can I make this the night before and refrigerate?

Sabrina
Sabrina
February 4, 2019 3:03 pm

So cheesy and delicious! Such a hearty way to start the day.5 stars

Kimberly
Kimberly
February 4, 2019 11:41 am

Oh my goodness, I could almost eat this whole casserole myself, SO good!5 stars

Susan
Susan
February 4, 2019 11:25 am

My family loved this one, thank you!5 stars

Toni
Toni
February 4, 2019 10:25 am

This is such an ultimate comfort food! My family loved it!!5 stars

Steph
Steph
February 4, 2019 9:29 am

Breakfast casseroles are my family’s favorites. I love all of the sausage in this recipe!5 stars