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    Published: Oct 24, 2022 · Modified: Aug 10, 2023 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

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    A slice of Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake on a plate with toast slices.

    This Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake will become your weekend go-to breakfast or brunch staple because everyone loves it. Plus, it's quick to put on the table without much effort.

    A serving of Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Frittata on a plate with toast.

    I don't know about you, but I LOVE tater tots, and I always seem to have them in the freezer. Mostly, I bake them up and serve them as a basic side dish.


    But there are other times I like to get creative with them and do something different. This tater tot frittata recipe is a prime example of turning them into something more than a simple side dish.

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    • The ingredients:
    • Why this recipe works
    • The easy instructions:
    • When to serve this ham and cheese tater tot frittata
    • Can this tater tot egg casserole be frozen after baking
    • How to thaw and reheat after freezing
    • Additional add-in suggestions
    • How long will this easy breakfast bake keep in the refrigerator
    • How many people does this serve
    • Do the tater tots need to be thawed first
    • Can the tater tots be left whole
    • Can other potatoes be used besides tater tots
    • Additional fun recipes using tater tots
    • Printable Recipe Card
    • Please comment if you've made this recipe.

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    The ingredients:

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    Visual ingredient list for making a Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake.

    Why this recipe works

    It's a perfectly balanced breakfast casserole. It's not overly eggy and doesn't have an overload of potatoes.


    The scallions add a nice, light oniony bite and the ham and cheese make it a substantial breakfast bake without it being too heavy or filling.

    The easy instructions:

    Melt butter in a large skillet over medium/high heat.

    Add 3 cups of tater tots (frozen or thawed) to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden.

    Butter melting in a skillet.
    Tater tots in a skillet with melted butter.

    Add 1 cup of diced ham (leftovers work great) to the skillet and season with salt and pepper.

    Break up the tater tots with a spatula and stir well to combine.

    Diced ham and tater tots in a skillet on the stove.
    Broken up tater tots and diced ham in a skillet with a spatula.

    Meanwhile break 10 eggs into a large bowl.

    Whisk well to combine and add ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper to the eggs.

    Eggs in a glass bowl waiting to be whisked.

    Add ½ cup of milk to the eggs.

    Along with 1½ teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Set aside.

    Milk being poured into a bowl with whisked eggs to make a tater tot breakfast bake.
    Dijon mustard being squirted into a bowl of scrambled eggs before cooking.

    Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the skillet along with ½ cup chopped scallions (white and green parts)

    Stir well to combine all the ingredients in the skillet.

    Chopped scallions in a skillet to make a breakfast bake with tater tots.
    Broken tater tots, ham, cheese, and scallions in a skillet.

    Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potato and ham mixture in the skillet.

    Like this...

    Scrambled eggs being poured into a skillet for a frittata.
    An unbaked frittata with eggs, cheese, ham, and tater tots.

    Bake in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven until the center is set (approximately 35 minutes).

    Allow the cheesy tater tot breakfast casserole to sit for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

    A sauté pan in an oven filled with eggs and potatoes.
    A baked Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Frittata in a skillet.

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    An entire Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole in a silver skillet with a silver spatula on tip.

    When to serve this ham and cheese tater tot frittata

    There are no rules at all. This tastes delicious for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and even dinner.

    Serve it along with some thick slices of toasted English Muffin Bread or this Everything English Muffin Bread and everyone's tummy and taste buds will feel happy and well loved.

    Can this tater tot egg casserole be frozen after baking

    Yes! Cut and freeze the bake in serving size wedges and store the servings in an airtight freezer bag marked with the date, for up to 2 months.

    How to thaw and reheat after freezing

    Thaw the frozen slices in the refrigerator over night and reheat (covered) in a 350 degree oven for 10 minutes or until hot. Add additional cheese before baking, if desired.

    Additional add-in suggestions

    • cooked breakfast sausage
    • cooked bacon
    • lightly cooked broccoli
    • red pepper
    • green pepper
    • minced shallots
    • Swiss cheese
    • grape tomatoes (halved)
    • spinach
    • mushrooms
    • you get the idea...

    How long will this easy breakfast bake keep in the refrigerator

    You can store this in the refrigerator (wrapped well or in airtight containers) for up to 4 days.

    How many people does this serve

    I recipe is written to serve 6 people, but feel free to serve larger slices for those with heartier appetites.

    Do the tater tots need to be thawed first

    Nope. You can cook them from frozen. They'll just take a little longer in the skillet to brown and break up into smaller bits. However, if you cover the pan that process will only take a few extra minutes.

    Can the tater tots be left whole

    Sure. You can do whatever you like. Whole or broken, it will all be delicious.

    Can other potatoes be used besides tater tots

    Yes. Frozen hash brown, O'Brian potatoes, or even leftover baked potatoes (broken into bite sized pieces) will work in this recipe. Use your imagination or what you have at your disposal. Get creative.

    Additional fun recipes using tater tots

    Tater Tot Poutine is my quick and easy take on the French-Canadian classic, but mine is made with everyone's favorite freezer staple...tater tots.

    Mashup your potato soup recipe by adding everybody's favorite...tater tots! Tater Tot Chowder is hearty, delicious, and will soon become a family favorite!

    This quick to prepare 5-ingredient Smoked Sausage Tater Tot Casserole is a sure thing when it comes to pleasing every member of the family.

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    A Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake in a silver skillet.

    Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

    Renee Goerger
    This Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake will become your weekend go-to breakfast or brunch staple because everyone loves it. Plus, it's quick to put on the table without much effort.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 35 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast and Brunch, Breakfast casserole
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 400 kcal

    Equipment

    • oven proof 12" large skillet
    • slotted spatula
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • chef's knife
    • cutting board
    • cheese grater
    • large mixing bowl
    • whisk

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 3 cups tater tots
    • 10 large eggs
    • ½ cup milk
    • 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • 1½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¾ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 cup diced ham
    • 1 cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • ½ cup chopped scallions green and white parts
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Melt the butter in the skillet over medium/high heat. Add the tater tots in an even layer and allow them to cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, brown, and easy to break into bits.
    • Meanwhile, add the eggs to a large bowl and whisk well to combine. Add the milk, mustard, salt and pepper to the eggs. Whisk again to combine. Set aside.
    • Reduce the heat under the skillet to low and stir in the ham, shredded cheese, and scallions. Stir well to combine.
    • Pour the prepared eggs over the potatoes and ham in the skillet. Place the skillet into the preheated oven (center rack) and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the center is set and no longer jiggly.
    • Allow the frittata to cool for 10 minutes and then slice into wedges and serve.

    Notes

    Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    May be frozen for up to 2 months in airtight freezer containers.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 21gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 356mgSodium: 1429mgPotassium: 353mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 922IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 222mgIron: 2mg

    Should you have any questions or comments regarding anything you've seen on my site, please don't hesitate to reach out to contact me. It is always my distinct pleasure to get back with you just as soon as I possibly can!

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    Please don't forget to like and follow me across all of my SM channels, and while you're at it stop by and say hello! I'll be looking for you! 🙂

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    1. Mark says

      February 21, 2025 at 7:52 am

      5 stars
      Perfect start to the day!

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      • Renée says

        February 21, 2025 at 7:54 am

        Glad you like it, Mark!

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    2. Michelle Hawkins says

      September 27, 2023 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      We love this recipe, Renee! It’s in my regular rotation. So good and I usually add whatever fresh veggies I have on hand. Making it tonight!

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      • Renée says

        September 28, 2023 at 7:44 am

        Thank you, Michelle! This means so much to me!
        I'm happy this is in your regular rotation. Priceless.
        xo, Renee

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