Description
A hearty and comforting Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl featuring crispy baked tater tots topped with savory sausage gravy, a perfectly cooked egg, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh chives. This easy brunch recipe combines classic breakfast flavors with crispy texture, perfect for a satisfying morning meal.
Ingredients
Tater Tots
- 4 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sausage Gravy
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Eggs & Toppings
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh chives or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tater Tots: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spread the frozen tater tots evenly on a baking sheet and toss them with olive oil to coat. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Make the Sausage Gravy: While the tater tots bake, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breakfast sausage and cook until browned and crumbled. Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir well to coat it. Cook the mixture for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add Milk and Seasonings: Slowly pour in the whole milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Add black pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Reduce heat and simmer the gravy for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently until thickened and creamy.
- Cook the Eggs: In a separate skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Crack in the eggs and cook to your preference—fried sunny-side up or scrambled both work well with this dish.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the crispy tater tots evenly among four bowls. Ladle the sausage gravy over the tots, top each bowl with a cooked egg, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, and garnish with chopped chives or green onions if desired.
- Serve: Serve immediately while hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, use hot sausage or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the gravy.
- Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter version to reduce fat.
- Scrambled eggs can be used for easier and quicker assembly.
