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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!
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.
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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
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
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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.
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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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DebbieJan 16, 2024 Do you think the leftovers could be frozen to make an extra meal?
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!
Deb KadingNov 5, 2023 Can you use as a filling for flour tortilla shells
Natalya DrozhzhinNov 5, 2023 Hi Deb, yes, sounds so good. Like yummy breakfast tacos. Enjoy
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!
Natalya DrozhzhinOct 11, 2023 Hi Valery- I'm so glad you found a new family favorite! Thank you for sharing 😀
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....
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.
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.
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!
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.
OlgaMay 13, 2017 could I cover with foil instead of lid?
Natalya DrozhzhinMay 15, 2017 yes, that works! 🙂
OlgaMay 13, 2017 do you cook the bell pepper and green onions b4 putting everything toether?
Natalya DrozhzhinMay 15, 2017 No I didnt, I like the crunch but that can easily be adjusted. 🙂
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?
Natalya DrozhzhinJun 16, 2015 Bake at 350F
