Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole 🥓🍔🧀
It’s basically a deconstructed bacon cheeseburger in baked form—all the flavors you love, layered into a hearty, cheesy casserole. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Flavor profile
- Savory beef from ground beef
- Smoky, salty bacon
- Cheesy richness from cheddar or American cheese
- Optional extras: onions, pickles, ketchup, mustard, or even a breadcrumb topping
Easy Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe
Ingredients (serves 6–8)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 6 slices bacon, cooked & crumbled
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cheddar soup (optional for creaminess)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cooked pasta, tater tots, or hash browns (base)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: pickles, ketchup, or mustard for topping
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
- Cook bacon until crispy, crumble, and set aside
- Brown ground beef with onions; drain excess fat
- Mix beef, bacon, and cheese (reserve a little cheese for topping)
- In a bowl, whisk eggs and milk, season with salt and pepper
- Layer base (pasta, tots, or hash browns) in a greased casserole dish
- Spread meat mixture over the base, pour egg mixture on top, sprinkle reserved cheese
- Bake 30–40 minutes until set and golden on top
- Optional: drizzle ketchup or mustard before serving
Tips & Variations
- Use turkey or chicken instead of beef for a lighter version
- Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or jalapeños for extra flavor
- Sprinkle crushed potato chips on top for a crunchy finish
I can also make a quick 15-minute skillet version that’s basically the casserole but ready faster if you want. Do you want me to do that?
