Bratwurst Casserole Recipe (2024)

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This bratwurst casserole recipe is packed with crispy potatoes, brats, veggies, and gooey cheese. Perfect with a fried egg on top or stuffed into a tortilla!

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Looking for a tasty Father’s Day brunch recipe? What about a perfect breakfast meal prep go-to? Look no further. This cheesy bratwurst casserole recipe is packed with sausage, veggies, and potatoes and as comforting as it gets. You can serve it as-is or with an over easy fried egg on top, but whatever you do, know that you’re going to go back for seconds.

Looking for more sausage recipes? This classic kielbasa and sauerkraut dish won’t disappoint!

Preparing this Bratwurst Casserole Recipe

This simple bratwurst casserole recipe only requires a handful of wholesome ingredients and some pretty mild prep before the oven takes it all the way home.

  • Sauté the Brats: In a large skillet, sauté the whole brats on all sides until they are golden brown. Set them aside.
  • Sauté the Mushrooms: Next, dice the mushrooms and sauté them in the same skillet as the brats. Remove them from heat and place them in a large bowl.
  • Brown the Potatoes: In the same frying pan, brown the sliced potatoes in a little oil until slightly tender (don’t worry – they’ll finish in the oven). Season to taste with salt and toss them in the bowl with the mushrooms.
  • Dice the Sausage: Next, cut the sausage into rings and brown them in the skillet. Toss them in the bowl with the potatoes and mushrooms.
  • Dice the Peppers & Onions: Dice the bell peppers and onions and toss them into the bowl raw. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Bake the Casserole: Stir in the shredded cheese and pour the casserole mixture into a baking dish. Cover the dish with a lid and bake it at 350°F for about 15 minutes. Remove the lid and bake the casserole for 5 more minutes,. Enjoy while the cheese is gooey!

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Tips for the Best Bratwurst Casserole Recipe

Check out a couple of handy tips to help you nail this bratwurst casserole.

  • Brown the sausages whole first. The sausage will remain so juicy if you brown it whole in the pan first. Don’t skip this step!
  • Cut the veggies into similar-sized chunks. To promote even cooking, make sure the veggies are sliced into evenly-sized pieces.
  • Add the bell peppers & onions in raw for extra texture. For added crunch, refrain from sautéing the bell peppers and onions like you do the mushrooms and potatoes.

Different Variations

This bratwurst casserole recipe is super versatile, so go ahead and add in your favorite ingredients. Check out of favorite variations here…

  • Protein: Swap in sliced cast-iron ribeye steak, crispy air fryer bacon, or chorizo.
  • Veggies: Add in whatever vegetables are hanging out in your produce box. Carrots, cabbage, celery, broccoli, garlic, and asparagus are all great options.
  • Cheese: Swap out the shredded Mexican cheese/mozzarella cheese for extra sharp cheddar cheese, parmesan, or pepper jack.
  • Herbs: Garnish the casserole with fresh parsley, dried thyme, or dill.
  • Spices: Feel free to add in some paprika, cayenne pepper, or your favorite seasoning salt.

Kid-Friendly Tater Tot Casserole: Cooking for kids? Swap the potatoes out for frozen grocery store tater tots. Bake them halfway through according to the package instructions and assemble the casserole as directed.

Ideas for Serving

While you can always eat this bratwurst casserole recipe straight up, here’s a couple of other fun ways to chow down on it.

  • With a Fried Egg: For a complete breakfast, fry an over easy egg up and pop it right on top of each serving of the casserole.
  • Wrapped in a Burrito: Scramble up some eggs and wrap the casserole in a soft, large flour tortilla with a bit of hot sauce for a tasty breakfast burrito.
  • Topped with Sauerkraut: Serve the casserole with fresh sauerkraut sprinkled on top for a tasty dinner or filling side dish.

Storing & Reheating Best Practices

This casserole is great for meal prep and reheats amazingly. Find all you need to know on storage and warming it up here.

  • Storing: To keep the casserole on hand for up to 5 days, store it in an airtight container in the fridge to prevent the potatoes from drying out.
  • Reheating: The best way to reheat the casserole is back in a skillet with a little bit of butter over medium-low heat. Once the potatoes are crispy again, it’s ready!

FAQ

How long should bratwurst be cooked in the oven?

It only takes about 10 minutes to cook bratwurst in the oven solo. However, you want the potatoes to get crispy in the oven, so the casserole takes about 20 minutes total to bake.

How can you tell if brats are fully-cooked?

When the bratwurst are fully cooked, their internal temperatures should read 160°F with an instant-read thermometer. However, you won’t have to worry about them not cooking through in this recipe, as they’ll have plenty of time to precook in the frying pan and finish in the oven.

Is it OK to eat brats that are a little pink?

Yes, it’s perfectly fine if the brats are a little pink in the center. That said, they should be quite firm and mostly brown in color.

Do you have to boil brats before using them for bratwurst casserole?

No, you do not have to boil the brats before adding them to the bratwurst casserole. They will have plenty of time to cook in the frying pan and oven.

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Recipe

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Bratwurst Casserole Recipe

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Servings

8 Servings

Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin

This bratwurst casserole recipe is packed with crispy potatoes, brats, veggies, and gooey cheese. Perfect with a fried egg on top or stuffed into a tortilla!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Johnsonville Brats
  • 1 lb mushrooms
  • 1 lb potatoes
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 4 green onions
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp oil for cooking
  • 1 cup shredded cheese mozzarella or Mexican cheese

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Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the brats on all sides until they are golden brown. Set them aside to cool

  • Dice the mushrooms into quarters and sauté them in the same skillet as you cooked the brats until golden brown. Remove them from heat and place them in a large bowl.

  • Dice the potatoes into small pieces. Brown them in the same skillet with a little bit of oil. Season to taste with a little bit of salt and add them to the bowl with the mushrooms.

  • Cut the sausage into rings and cook them on a skillet until the sides begin to brown. Add them to the bowl with the potatoes and mushrooms.

  • Dice the bell peppers and green onions into tiny pieces and stir them into the bowl with the sausage and veggies. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

  • Stir in the shredded cheese and place all the ingredients into a baking dish. Cover the dish with a lid and let it bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes.

  • Remove the lid and bake the casserole for another 5 minutes. Serve right away and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Bratwurst Casserole Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 265 Calories from Fat 198

% Daily Value*

Fat 22g34%

Saturated Fat 8g40%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 10g

Cholesterol 53mg18%

Sodium 863mg36%

Potassium 436mg12%

Carbohydrates 5g2%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 13g26%

Vitamin A 624IU12%

Vitamin C 21mg25%

Calcium 94mg9%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Posted February 1, 2022

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Natalya Drozhzhin

Natalya founded Momsdish to demonstrate that placing a homemade meal on the table is not hard at all. Natalya makes cooking easier and approachable, by simplifying the ingredients, while still producing the same great taste.

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  1. Bratwurst Casserole Recipe (20)

    DebbieJan 16, 2024

    Do you think the leftovers could be frozen to make an extra meal?

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      Natalya DrozhzhinJan 16, 2024

      Hey Debbie, I recommend keeping leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container up to five days. I think the texture of the veggies tastes better that way versus freezing and defrosting but you could also freeze it up to three months. Enjoy!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinNov 5, 2023

      Hi Deb, yes, sounds so good. Like yummy breakfast tacos. Enjoy

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    Valery GarciaOct 10, 2023

    I gave the recipe to my teenage stepdaughter’s to cook and it came out so good! Their dad wants it again tonight! Definitely a keeper thank you!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinOct 11, 2023

      Hi Valery- I'm so glad you found a new family favorite! Thank you for sharing 😀

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    Denise LewisJul 31, 2023

    I haven't made this yet....we're grilling brats tonight and this was my plan for the leftover brats. I was thinking about stirring a wee bit of pickle relish, ketchup and mustard. Or would that be a hard no....

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      Natalya DrozhzhinAug 1, 2023

      Hi Denise, That sounds delicious, but I would recommend the relish, ketchup, and mustard as a topping or condiment to the casserole.

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    DennisSep 6, 2019

    Natalya, this looks great. Have you ever tried cracking some eggs on top prior to baking. Just wondering if they would cook within your time frame.

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      Natalya DrozhzhinSep 8, 2019

      I haven’t tried doing that, I love the way you are thinking!!! 🙂 I think it will cook or you can bake it a bit longer. And thanks for amazing tip! I am doing that next time!

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    OlgaJun 2, 2017

    I made this a few weeks back and it was a good dish. Tho I didn't quiet like the meat. Wonder what I could substitute it with? I did enjoy the bell peppers the most. Want to make again soon!

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      Natalya DrozhzhinJun 5, 2017

      Hi Olga, if you have a favorite sausage, you can use that. Just make sure that the meat is fully cooked. I am thinking to try it with stake.

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    OlgaMay 13, 2017

    could I cover with foil instead of lid?

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMay 15, 2017

      yes, that works! 🙂

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    OlgaMay 13, 2017

    do you cook the bell pepper and green onions b4 putting everything toether?

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      Natalya DrozhzhinMay 15, 2017

      No I didnt, I like the crunch but that can easily be adjusted. 🙂

  8. Bratwurst Casserole Recipe (36)

    ZenaJun 16, 2015

    When you say, "cover with a lid and let it cook for 15 min" then "Remove the lid and bake for another 5 minutes"..... are you sauteeing or baking? If baking, then at what temperature?

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      Natalya DrozhzhinJun 16, 2015

      Bake at 350F

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FAQs

What is the key to making a good casserole? ›

  1. Choose the right baking dish. If you're all about the crunchy topping, use a shallow dish. ...
  2. Undercook your pasta. ...
  3. Drain your meat. ...
  4. Beware of mushy vegetables. ...
  5. Know your cheeses. ...
  6. Master the art of casserole assembly. ...
  7. Don't skip the topping. ...
  8. Make it now, but bake it later.
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Is it better to bake a casserole covered or uncovered? ›

Generally, casseroles with grains, rice or pasta that will cook during the baking process are usually covered, for at least part of the time. Casseroles made of cooked ingredients are usually baked uncovered. If you like a crisper, browner top, be sure the casserole is uncovered for at least part of the bake time.

What makes brats taste better? ›

It can be flavored with garlic and marjoram. The more garlic the better.

How long to cook bratwurst in the oven at 350? ›

It will take between 20-25 minutes to bake bratwurst in the oven. Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer.

What are the 5 components of a casserole? ›

Let's talk anatomy: A standard dinner casserole usually includes a protein, a starch, a vegetable, a sauce (or other binding ingredient), and cheese. But making a casserole is not an exact science, and you can definitely break away from this formula. Check out some fun side-dish casseroles and desserts below!

What are the main ingredients of this casserole? ›

In the United States, a casserole or hot dish is typically a baked food with three main components: pieces of meat (such as chicken or ground meat) or fish (such as tuna) or other protein (such as beans or tofu), various chopped or canned vegetables (such as green beans or peas), and a starchy binder (such as flour, ...

How long should a casserole be cooked for? ›

The time a casserole takes to cook will vary from 2-2½ hours for chuck, blade and thick flank, up to 4 hours for shin, leg and neck. Pork cuts for braising and casseroling normally take 1½ hours, and lamb much the same.

Is it better to bake a casserole in glass or metal? ›

What Should I Bake In a Metal Baking Pan? We hate to say it – we've got nothing against glass, we promise! – but metal does an overall better job than glass of baking almost everything except for acidic desserts. It bakes evenly because it heats up so quickly.

What are three guidelines to follow when preparing casseroles? ›

Top tips for casseroles
  1. Cut your ingredients, such as meat, potatoes and parsnips, into similar-sized pieces to ensure they cook evenly. ...
  2. To save time – and washing up – use a flameproof, ovenproof casserole dish. ...
  3. Avoid adding flour after cooking or the raw flour taste will remain.

Why you shouldn't boil brats? ›

Sindelar said parboiling speeds up the unfolding process and can result in a mushy meat texture, the development of rubbery casings and separate the casing from the sausage. So, there you have it. It's settled science.

Why do people boil brats before cooking? ›

Before grilling the brats, parboil them on the stove or in a cast-iron skillet on the grill. This will help to precook the inside of the brats and make sure that they don't burst open on the grill, releasing all of the flavorful juices. Place the brats in a skillet and add a cold liquid 3/4 of the way up the brats.

Can brats be a little pink? ›

However you choose to cook bratwurst, be sure the sausages are cooked all the way through. They should register 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, or you can cut into one with the tip of a paring knife and check that the meat is no longer raw and dark-pink; it should be moist and juicy and very light pink.

How do I know if my bratwurst is done? ›

A digital meat thermometer is the only way to guarantee your brats reach a safe internal temperature of 160°F degrees. (The temperature continues to rise by a few degrees after cooking, so it's fine to pull the brats from the heat at 155°F). This rule applies to both fresh and pre-cooked brats.

Should I boil brats before baking? ›

Bring the water and brats to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer for 10 minutes. You can boil and simmer the liquid and brats either inside on a stovetop or outside over a grill. This parboil step helps cook the brats evenly throughout so you don't have any raw spots in the middle!

What are the 4 parts of a casserole? ›

Not every single casserole has all of them, but as a rule of thumb, here's what to look for: a starch, a binding agent or sauce, and a protein or vegetable. Many casseroles also have both vegetables and proteins, as well as a crunchy element to give some textural contrast, and cheese.

What are 3 possible advantages to preparing your own casseroles? ›

Why You Should Be Cooking More Casseroles
  1. They're versatile. For every set of tastebuds, there's a casserole to match. ...
  2. They can be nutritious. ...
  3. They're easy, from prep through cleanup. ...
  4. They feed a crowd. ...
  5. They're transportable and gift-able.

What dictates a casserole? ›

They're often defined by the vessel they're baked and served in, which is called a casserole dish. The ingredients in a casserole can be layered or simply mixed together. And although oven-baked pasta dishes like lasagna and baked ziti are technically casseroles they're not known as such; those are called baked pastas.

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