Breakfast Pizza with Hash Brown Crust and Baked Eggs Recipe
This Breakfast Pizza with a crispy hash brown crust offers a delightful combination of savory flavors and textures, featuring a golden baked hash brown base topped with melted cheddar cheese, breakfast sausage or bacon, bell peppers, green onions, and perfectly baked eggs seasoned with paprika. It’s a hearty and satisfying breakfast dish that’s easy to prepare and bakes entirely in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Hash Brown Crust
- 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and squeezed dry
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage or bacon (optional; use plant-based for vegetarian)
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Eggs and Seasoning
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch ovenproof skillet or pizza pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the breakfast pizza.
- Prepare Hash Brown Crust Base: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the thawed and dried hash browns with the melted butter, salt, and ground black pepper until evenly moistened. This mixture forms the crispy crust base.
- Form Crust: Evenly press the hash brown mixture into the prepared pan, creating a cohesive crust with slightly elevated edges to hold the toppings securely.
- Bake Hash Brown Crust: Place the skillet or pan in the preheated oven and bake the hash brown crust for 20 to 25 minutes, until it is golden brown and has developed a crispy texture.
- Add Toppings: Remove the baked crust from the oven. Spread the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the crust, then add the cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage or bacon (if using), followed by the diced bell pepper and chopped green onions.
- Create Wells for Eggs: Using the back of a spoon, gently make four shallow wells in the layer of toppings, each large enough to hold one egg.
- Add Eggs: Carefully crack one large egg into each well. Sprinkle the eggs with paprika, salt, and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Bake Until Eggs are Set: Return the skillet or pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, or until the egg whites are fully set and the yolks reach your preferred doneness.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the breakfast pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for about 3 minutes before slicing. Serve warm for a delicious breakfast experience.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage or bacon with plant-based alternatives or omit entirely.
- To ensure a crispy crust, thoroughly squeeze out excess moisture from the thawed hash browns before mixing.
- Adjust egg bake time depending on how you like your yolks (less time for runny yolks, more for firm yolks).
- You can customize the toppings by adding your favorite breakfast ingredients such as mushrooms, spinach, or tomatoes.
- Use a cast-iron skillet or ovenproof pan that can withstand high oven temperatures for best results.
Keywords: breakfast pizza, hash brown crust, baked eggs, breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, easy breakfast, savory breakfast
