A warm, savory breakfast casserole made with everything bagels, chicken sausage, and melty cheddar cheese. Great for brunch or weekly meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
4 everything bagels, cubed
12 oz cooked chicken sausage, sliced
8 eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced onion
1 tbsp butter or non-stick spray
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Brown chicken sausage in a skillet over medium heat, 5–7 minutes.
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Toast cubed bagels if fresh.
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Sauté diced peppers and onions until softened, 4–5 minutes.
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Whisk eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir in half the cheese.
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Layer bagels, sausage, and veggies in the baking dish.
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Pour egg mixture over the top and press gently to soak.
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Sprinkle remaining cheese over the casserole.
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Let rest 20–30 minutes (or refrigerate overnight).
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Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until golden and set. Let cool before serving.