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Overnight Breakfast Casserole in the Ninja Foodi Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Description

This Overnight Breakfast Casserole made in the Ninja Foodi is a hearty and delicious meal perfect for busy mornings. Combining sautéed onions and potatoes with eggs, heavy cream, and cheddar cheese, it cooks slowly to develop rich flavors and a creamy texture. The option to broil with additional cheese at the end adds a golden, bubbly finish that is sure to please any crowd.

Ingredients

Vegetables & Dairy

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 onion, diced ½ inch
  • 1 pound potatoes, diced ½ inch
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 16 ounces cheddar cheese (about 4 cups shredded), divided

Protein

  • 1 pound cubed ham, bite-sized 1 inch

Instructions

  1. Sauté onions and potatoes: Dice the onion into ½ inch cubes. Turn the Ninja Foodi to High Sear/Sauté mode and add the butter. Once melted, add the onions and cook for about 5 minutes until softened. While the onions sauté, dice the potatoes into ½ inch pieces and add them to the pot with the onions.
  2. Prepare egg mixture: Crack the 12 eggs into a large mixing bowl. Use an immersion blender or a whisk to blend the eggs until combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Add ham and cheese: Cube the ham into approximately 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Turn off the Ninja Foodi. Pour the blended eggs and heavy cream into the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Add the cubed ham and 3 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine.
  4. Slow cook the casserole: Place the pressure lid on the Ninja Foodi and turn the seal to vent. Set the Slow Cooker function to low for 8 hours. The slow cooking will allow the flavors to meld and the eggs to gently set.
  5. Optional broil topping: After cooking, you can serve the casserole as is or top it with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Use the broil function for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly, giving it a delicious crust.
  6. Serve and enjoy: Scoop the casserole onto plates and enjoy a comforting, filling breakfast perfect for feeding a crowd.

Notes

  • Do not worry if the casserole cooks longer than 8 hours. The Ninja Foodi will automatically switch to keep warm mode, and even after 12 hours, the casserole remains perfectly cooked.
  • You can substitute ham with cooked bacon or breakfast sausage if preferred.
  • The recipe can be doubled or halved depending on your serving needs, just adjust cooking time if necessary.
  • Use any type of cheese you prefer, but sharp cheddar gives the best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/overnight-breakfast-casserole-in-the-ninja-foodi-recipe/