Keto Hash Brown Frittata with Sausage and Cheese
A hearty skillet frittata combining crispy hash browns, savory sausage, and melted cheddar cheese with fresh spinach. This protein-packed dish works perfectly for weekend brunch, family breakfast, or casual dinner. The hash browns create a satisfying base while the eggs bind everything together into a fluffy, golden frittata. Served with fresh fruit salad, it offers a complete meal that's both filling and nutritious.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 425F
- 2
Heat oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and spinach with salt, saute until wilted
- 3
Set spinach aside
- 4
Return pan to heat and add sausage, saute until golden brown
- 5
Add hash browns to sausage, saute until broken up and defrosted, season if needed
- 6
Pour eggs over mixture, add cheese and spinach, stir to combine
- 7
Bake frittata until eggs are set and knife inserted in center comes out clean
- 8
Chop and combine fruit for salad while frittata bakes
- 9
Slice frittata and serve with fruit on the side
Tips
Use a well-seasoned cast iron or oven-safe nonstick skillet for best results and easy cleanup.
Let the frittata rest for 5 minutes after baking to make slicing easier and neater.
Squeeze excess water from wilted spinach to prevent a watery frittata.
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat individual slices in microwave or oven.
Can be assembled night before and baked in the morning. Add 5-10 minutes to baking time if cold.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Cut into wedges directly from the skillet.
Common Mistakes
Use oven-safe skillet to avoid transferring hot mixture to baking dish
Don't skip wilting spinach first to avoid excess moisture in the frittata
Let hash browns defrost and crisp slightly before adding eggs
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
cook 2-3 minutes longer
FAQ
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the night before and bake in the morning. Add 5-10 extra minutes to the baking time if starting from cold.
What if I don't have an oven-safe skillet?
Transfer the cooked mixture to a greased 9-inch pie dish or baking dish before adding eggs and baking.
How long will leftovers keep?
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or in a 350F oven.