These breakfast for dinner ideas are so good that you'll want them morning, noon and night (but let's start with dinner first).
48 Breakfast for Dinner Ideas That Go from AM to PM
Updated on Apr. 04, 2025
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Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sunday breakfasts have always been special in our house. It's fun to get in the kitchen and cook with the kids. No matter how many new recipes we try, the kids always rate this No. 1! —Rick Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 442 calories, 30g fat (6g saturated fat), 242mg cholesterol, 895mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
Here’s the perfect breakfast-for-dinner recipe to use up that leftover corned beef from a plentiful corned beef and cabbage dinner. Crispy hash browns and pieces of corned beef create the hearty base, then eggs are cracked on top and cooked shakshuka-style.
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Egg Burritos
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
10 burritos
From the Recipe Creator:
Zap one of these frozen burritos in the microwave and you'll stave off hunger all morning. This recipe is my family’s favorite combo, but I sometimes use breakfast sausage instead of bacon. —Audra Niederman, Aberdeen, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito: 376 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 251mg cholesterol, 726mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
I love that with burritos, you can follow the recipe to a T or use it as a loose reference in creating your favorite burrito. Here, scrambled eggs are combined with bacon, cheese and green onions, but hash browns, breakfast sausage, salsa and sauteed peppers could just as easily fold into the tortilla.
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BLT Waffle Sliders
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Craving a BLT for breakfast? Try a deliciously different version that features crisp bacon and fresh tomatoes between two golden cornmeal waffles. Prepare the waffles ahead of time and reheat them in the toaster for quick assembly. —Stacy Joura, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 slider: 224 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 574mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
The classic BLT recipe gets a breakfast twist in these waffle sliders. The most difficult part is simply making the cheesy cornbread waffles (yum), but they actually take hardly any effort.
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Breakfast Pizza
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I used to make this bacon breakfast pizza for my morning drivers when I worked at a delivery place. And they just loved it. Breakfast pizza is a quick and easy eye-opener that appeals to all ages. —Cathy Shortall, Easton, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 352 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 169mg cholesterol, 842mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
There isn’t a soul alive who wouldn’t get excited about the idea of breakfast pizza. Keep it easy with a refrigerated pizza crust, then load on the scrambled eggs, cheese and bacon. There’s tons of room to add vegetables and hash browns for a heartier “brinner.”
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Brunch Ham Enchiladas
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I'm expecting company for brunch, the menu often features this tried-and-true casserole. With ham, eggs and plenty of cheese, the enchiladas are flavorful, hearty and fun. And they're easy to assemble the day before. —Gail Sykora, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 enchilada: 397 calories, 20g fat (10g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 846mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein.
I love that these enchiladas look like so much effort, but they couldn’t be easier to pull off. Thanks to precooked ham and quick-cooking eggs, the filling comes together in a snap and rolls easily into tortillas. Serve with salsa, hot sauce or pico de gallo. This recipe feeds 10!
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Vegetable Strata
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always serve food at our Bunco games, and since one of us is a vegetarian, we like to make fun meatless dishes we can all enjoy. This strata can easily be doubled and tastes fantastic hot or at room temperature. —Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 677 calories, 36g fat (15g saturated fat), 244mg cholesterol, 940mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 35g protein.
Trying to get more veggies in? This five-vegetable strata will do the job, and the eggs, Gruyere and hearty cubes of Italian bread will satiate all night long.
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Chorizo & Grits Breakfast Bowls
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While growing up, I bonded with my dad over chorizo and eggs. My fresh approach combines them with grits and black beans for this chorizo breakfast bowl. You can even add a spoonful of pico de gallo. —Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 344 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 239mg cholesterol, 636mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 starch.
Anyone who loves grits knows that the dish is great by itself but is a great blank canvas for all sorts of toppings. That’s why we made it the base of this breakfast bowl, followed by black beans, chorizo, zucchini, cheese and a perfectly cooked sunny-side up egg.
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Breakfast Burgers
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is a great way to mix up your traditional breakfast sandwich. I use ground turkey for a leaner option and add Sriracha mayo for heat. To make your own maple bacon, brush one side of regular bacon with maple syrup prior to cooking. Halfway through the cook time, flip the bacon and brush it with additional maple syrup. —Gabriella DiSanto, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 burger: 831 calories, 54g fat (17g saturated fat), 325mg cholesterol, 1929mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 50g protein.
With an English muffin bun, a breakfast sausage patty, and smashed avocado and Sriracha mayo condiments, our breakfast version of a typical cheeseburger satisfies at any meal. Don’t forget the bacon, cheese and egg!
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Favorite Loaded Breakfast Potatoes
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My four young children are experts at eating with their hands. This breakfast potato recipe (aka “brunchskins”) with veggies makes an easy finger food that they love. —Mindy Campbell, Rapid City, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed potato: 467 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 229mg cholesterol, 607mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 6g fiber), 21g protein.
Loaded baked potatoes take an unexpected turn into breakfast territory. The potato’s pulp is scooped out and cooked with eggs, cheese, peppers, mushrooms and onions, then topped with the usual fixings: sour cream, bacon and green onions.
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Eggs Benedict
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Legend has it that poached eggs on an English muffin started at Delmonico’s in New York. Here’s my take on this brunch classic, and don’t spare the hollandaise. —Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 345 calories, 26g fat (14g saturated fat), 331mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
This classic breakfast is such a fun meal to take into dinnertime. Between poaching the eggs and tempering a hollandaise sauce, eggs Benedict takes a bit of finesse but is so rewarding when it comes out just right.
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Sweet Potato Pancakes with Cinnamon Cream
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Topped with a rich cinnamon cream, these pancakes are an ideal dish for celebrating the tastes and aromas of fall. —Tammy Rex, New Tripoli, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes with 2 tablespoons topping: 325 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
Fans of latkes will love this sweet version that’s made with sweet potatoes, apples and cozy nutmeg. Don’t forget the cinnamon cream topping!
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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I keep frozen spuds on hand for meals like this Tater Tot breakfast casserole. It’s a super brunch, breakfast or side dish for kids of all ages. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 443 calories, 29g fat (12g saturated fat), 243mg cholesterol, 917mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
Make-ahead breakfast casseroles are the key to serving breakfast for dinner on a weeknight. Prep our Tater Tot breakfast casserole the night before or the morning of serving, then pop it in the oven for dinner while prepping a fruit salad.
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Apple Pancakes
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves these light and fluffy apple cinnamon pancakes. And best of all, they're sweet enough to enjoy even without syrup. —Kim McConnell, Tulsa, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes: 241 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 576mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
Sure, these pancakes look like the sugary breakfast treat we all love. But secretly, this recipe uses whole wheat flour and honey for wholesome swaps. Plus, the pockets of warm apple add natural sweetness and a bit of fiber.
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Overnight Asparagus Strata
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this tasty egg dish for breakfast, brunch, even dinner as a side dish. This is not your run-of-the-mill strata. —Lynn Licata, Sylvania, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 318 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 916mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
English muffins, fully-cooked ham, eggs and cheese make up this strata’s base, and fresh asparagus and red peppers create vibrancy. This guy needs to sit overnight (or eight hours) in the fridge so the English muffins can soak up all that goodness and are super tender after baking.
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Sausage Hash
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always have plenty of pork sausage around, so when I need a quick supper, I use this handy recipe. The colorful vegetables give the hash a bold look to match its flavor. —Virginia Krites, Cridersville, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 245 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 519mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
This sausage hash makes such a comforting, warming bowl of dinner. Between the hash browns, sausages, onions, carrots and green peppers, it’s a savory delight and makes the perfect accompaniment alongside sweet pancakes loaded with maple syrup.
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BLT Brunch Pie
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My boys can't wait to pick the first ripe tomatoes in our garden to be used in this terrific pie. It has a tempting filling and tomatoes layered in a melt-in-your-mouth crust. And the crust is so easy to make—you just pat the dough into the pan! —Shara Walvoort, Oostburg, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 464 calories, 39g fat (11g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 618mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
Savory dinner pies are commonplace, but this breakfast and BLT twist is a fun new take. No eggs are cooked into the filling. Instead, bacon, tomatoes, green peppers, mushrooms and onions are held together by cheese and a little mayonnaise.
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Waffle-Iron Pizzas
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These little pizza pockets put together using the waffle maker are a fun mashup. Try your favorite toppings or even breakfast fillings like ham and eggs. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 pizza (calculated without sauce): 461 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
Refrigerated biscuit dough makes a quick alternative to whipping up waffle batter. The biscuits are baked together to hold the cheese, pizza sauce, bacon and pepperoni slices inside, mimicking portable and pizza-inspired calzones or panzerotti.
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Reuben Brunch Bake
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this when I wanted something different for a graduation brunch for two of our sons. When I realized I had most of the ingredients on hand for the Reuben dip I usually make, I decided to use them in a brunch casserole instead! Everyone asked for the recipe. —Janelle Reed, Merriam, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 290 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 232mg cholesterol, 787mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
The classic Reuben sandwich gets deconstructed into this contest-winning brunch bake. Expect corned beef, rye bread, Dijon, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese baked in a bed of scrambled eggs.
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Everything Bagel Lox Brunch Pizza
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I took my favorite brunch flavors and put them all on this pizza! An everything bagel layered with smoked salmon, briny capers, herby cheese and tangy pickled onions makes pure magic. It’s a good way to feed a crowd. —Pamela Gelsomini, Wrentham, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 328 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 61mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
Breakfast for dinner has met its match with this pizza-fied version of bagels and lox. Garlic and herb Boursin cheese and mozzarella make the cheesy base. Then smoked salmon, everything bagel seasoning, sliced cucumbers, pickled red onions and capers are loaded on top.
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Eggs Benedict Bake with Bearnaise Sauce
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this recipe for my family every Christmas morning for 10 years—it's a food tradition that we look forward to every year. Part of what makes this dish special is the croissants that make the egg bake extra light and fluffy. —Susan Triplett, Citrus Heights, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with scant 2 tablespoons sauce: 285 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 200mg cholesterol, 707mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
Admittedly, it takes a little practice to poach eggs and emulsify hollandaise sauce for classic eggs Benedict. For the same flavor with half the effort, try this breakfast bake instead. Scrambled eggs take the place of poached, and the sauce starts with an envelope of bearnaise sauce.
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Ham and Broccoli Quiche
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This rich ham and broccoli quiche is featured in a family cookbook I put together. My husband is proof that quiche can satisfy even a very healthy appetite. —Marilyn Day, North Fort Myers, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 269 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 436mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.
This quiche starts with a buttery flaky pie crust (use a premade pie crust for ease!) and is filled with a delicate custard suspending cheese, ham and bits of broccoli. The dish wraps starch, protein and vegetables into one and is perfect with a fruit salad.
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Sausage & Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this tasty sausage and crescent roll breakfast casserole for a baby shower. It saved the day: Preparing it ahead gave me more time to finish decorating for the party. —Melody Craft, Conroe, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 283 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 160mg cholesterol, 662mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.
At this point, I’m convinced there’s nothing a can of crescent rolls can’t do. Here we use crescent rolls as the crust for a casserole (genius!) and then top them with cooked breakfast sausage, eggs and cheese. If it were me, I’d add a few vegetables and a pinch of dried pepper flakes for heat.
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Colorful Brunch Frittata
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend called and asked me for a special recipe that he could serve at his daughter's wedding brunch. I created this recipe for the special day. —Kristin Arnett, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 270 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 377mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 16g protein.
This quick, colorful vegetarian option doesn’t hold back on the veggies (or cheese, for that matter). The frittata makes 12 servings, so you and the fam can have it for dinner and breakfast the next day!
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Marmalade French Toast Sandwiches
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I change up these warm, filling sandwiches to be sweet or savory but always a treat. All it takes is a different jelly or jam. Try hot pepper jelly when you want a little sizzle. —Danielle Loring, Lewiston, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich (calculated without syrup): 447 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 628mg sodium, 65g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 13g protein.
French toast sandwiches are like the sweet version of grilled cheese. The bread is prepared as usual for French toast, but it’s stuffed and griddled with whipped cream cheese and orange marmalade for a sweet, breakfast-y twist.
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Broccoli Biscuit Squares
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With their cheesy biscuit-like crust, these pretty squares disappear quickly at our house. We eat them for breakfast, brunch and dinner. —Vi Janus, Pelican Lake, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 544 calories, 30g fat (13g saturated fat), 213mg cholesterol, 1286mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein.
These yummy squares start with a homemade cheesy biscuit base that’s baked with extra cheese, beef and broccoli with a custard on top. Feel free to use fresh vegetables as desired or breakfast sausage crumbles instead of beef.
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Brunch Burritos
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
4 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to use a second slow cooker to keep the tortillas warm and pliable when I serve these hearty burritos. Just place a clean wet cloth in the bottom, then cover it with foil and add your tortillas. —Beth Osburn, Levelland, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito (calculated without optional toppings): 683 calories, 38g fat (15g saturated fat), 449mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 7g fiber), 35g protein.
The secret to these brunch burritos? The filling is cooked in the slow cooker. It’s basically a hands-off cooking experience, and the flavors beautifully meld together. Scoop the filling into the flour tortillas, roll and serve. Yup, that easy!
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Shakshuka
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Shakshuka is a dish of poached eggs with tomatoes, onion and cumin. I learned about it while traveling through Southeast Asia, and it's been my favorite way to eat eggs since. —Ezra Weeks, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 159 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 381mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable.
Shakshuka is a foodie favorite. As a one-skillet meal, it’s super easy to pull off. Serving it with toasted pita is an absolute must to scoop up all those delicious poached eggs nestled in the savory tomato sauce.
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Breakfast Sliders
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These breakfast sliders combine all your favorite morning foods—like eggs, bacon and bagels—into one tasty package. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 slider: 417 calories, 26g fat (14g saturated fat), 253mg cholesterol, 1072mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
This breakfast take on sliders utilizes those adorable mini bagels as a serving vessel to hold eggs, Canadian bacon, cream cheese and cheddar cheese. The everything bagel seasoning on top just makes them.
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Bacon ‘n’ Egg Lasagna
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My sister-in-law served this special dish for Easter breakfast one year, and our whole family loved the mix of bacon, eggs, noodles and cheese. Now I sometimes assemble it the night before and bake it in the morning for a terrific hassle-free brunch entree. —Dianne Meyer, Graniteville, Vermont
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 386 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 252mg cholesterol, 489mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
Now this is an unexpected breakfast for dinner idea that everyone will love! Lasagna noodles are layered with hard-boiled eggs, bacon, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese and a homemade Mornay sauce, then baked until the sauce is bubbling.
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Mushroom Broccoli Quiche
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I take this dish to many of my family’s picnics because it's always such a hit. Serve it at any time of day. Quiche makes a great side or meatless main—and, of course, it's a tasty addition to brunch. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 290 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 117mg cholesterol, 408mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
Quiche provides the best of both worlds: A fun breakfast for dinner option that’s also nutritious and filling. This vegetarian quiche is filled with wholesome ingredients like mushrooms, broccoli, eggs, green onions and Swiss cheese.
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Roasted Vegetable Strata
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With the abundance of zucchini my family has in the fall, this is the perfect dish to use some of what we have. Cheesy and rich, the warm, classic breakfast dish is sure to please! —Colleen Doucette, Truro, Nova Scotia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 349 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 154mg cholesterol, 642mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 4g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 fat.
This vegetable strata’s vibrant color makes a statement on the table. Save this one for summer, when zucchini and peppers have turned in your garden’s bumper crops.
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Hash Brown Egg Brunch
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Slow cookers aren't just for making dinner. I make this often if we're having company overnight. With just a little planning and not much work, I can prep it the night before and have a lovely breakfast waiting in the morning. —Barb Keith, Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 315 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 289mg cholesterol, 589mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.
The slow cooker does all the hard work in this hash brown egg brunch recipe. Simply layer hash browns, cooked bacon, vegetables, cheese and eggs in the Crockpot, then let them cook together for 4-1/2 hours. When the timer is up, scoop and serve with buttered toast!
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Egg & Sausage Breakfast Pizza
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made up this sausage breakfast pizza recipe after trying something similar at a restaurant. My husband thinks my version is better, and he often requests it for a filling breakfast or supper. —Julie Tucker, Columbus, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 632 calories, 45g fat (18g saturated fat), 217mg cholesterol, 1568mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein.
Starting with a refrigerated crescent dough crust, this breakfast pizza is topped with crumbly breakfast sausage, onions, peppers, mushrooms, scrambled eggs, cheese and a country gravy sauce. Finish it with minced chives or scallions for a pop of green.
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Crustless Spinach Quiche
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I served this crustless quiche at a church lunch, and I had to laugh when one guy told me how much he disliked vegetables. Many people were surprised by how much they loved this veggie-filled quiche recipe—and he was one of them! —Melinda Calverley, Janesville, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 251 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 164mg cholesterol, 480mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
No need to roll out pie dough for this quiche recipe! Its crustless nature is perfect when feeding gluten-free or low-carb eaters. With over 100 five-star reviews, this recipe is a keeper.
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Fiesta Breakfast Bake
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I get a kick out of making breakfast for a crowd when I have weekend guests, and my family also loves breakfast for dinner. I created this dish by combining my family's favorite southwestern flavors in an all-in-one-pan recipe. —Whitney Gilbert, Smithville, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 349 calories, 18g fat (8g saturated fat), 207mg cholesterol, 823mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.
Corn biscuits nestle into a base of eggs, vegetables and cheese with cayenne, cumin and salsa for a kick. Serve with fresh cilantro, sour cream and more salsa.
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Beefy Huevos Rancheros
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick, easy and oh-so-tasty recipe works for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It is great served with fruit or salad and some flour tortillas. Guests can top them however they'd like. —Sandra Leonard, Peculiar, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 434 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 241mg cholesterol, 879mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 5g fiber), 29g protein.
Beefy huevos rancheros are a one-skillet wonder. After cooking the beef, onion, tomatoes, corn, green chiles and eggs together, all you have to do is scoop them into tortillas. Easy!
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Croque-Madame
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Croque-madame takes grilled ham and cheese to the next level. Ham and Gruyere cheese are layered between thick slices of country bread and toasted in a skillet. Then the sandwiches are topped with Mornay sauce and more cheese and broiled until golden and bubbly. If you stop there, you've got a croque-monsieur; add a fried egg on top to make a croque-madame! These sandwiches are perfect for a special breakfast or brunch. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 1118 calories, 71g fat (39g saturated fat), 419mg cholesterol, 2284mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 60g protein.
With its quintessential sunny-side up egg, croque-madame always toed the line between a breakfast and lunch sandwich. Here, though, we’re taking it to dinner, especially with the cheesy Mornay sauce on top.
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Campfire Pancakes with Peanut Maple Syrup
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 pancakes (1/4 cup syrup)
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves eating s'mores around the campfire when we vacation at the lake. Campfire pancakes are my tribute to those happy times. —Cheryl Snavely, Hagerstown, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes with 1 tablespoon syrup mixture: 407 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 63g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
These campfire pancakes have a secret, and it’s not the chocolate chip muffin mix: Each pancake is studded with mini marshmallows and butterscotch chips, which pair beautifully with the homemade peanut butter syrup.
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Oven-Baked Shrimp & Grits
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
On chilly days, I doctor up grits and top them with shrimp for a comfy meal. If you’re not a seafood lover, use chicken, ham or both. —Jerri Gradert, Lincoln, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1-2/3 cups: 360 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 141mg cholesterol, 1199mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein.
If you always scan the brunch menu for shrimp and grits, prepare a recipe that feeds a crowd so you can enjoy it as breakfast for dinner! Here, the grits are doctored up with tomatoes and cheese, then finished with the buttery shrimp, onions and peppers.
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Mexican Breakfast Casserole
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tomatoes and green chiles give color and zip to this extra-cheesy egg bake. It's a favorite for breakfast or brunch, but it can be enjoyed for lunch or supper too. —Mary Steiner, West Bend, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 421 calories, 27g fat (15g saturated fat), 382mg cholesterol, 856mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
This stunning Mexican breakfast casserole is a dream. It’s perfect as-is, but there’s room for beans or meat, extra vegetables and a load of toppings. I love it with Cotija cheese, hot sauce and avocado, but make sure to have a variety of toppings so guests can pick and choose as they please.
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Eggs & Chorizo Wraps
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband grew up in Southern California and loves chorizo. We use the spicy sausage in these chorizo and egg wraps that our children call Daddy's Eggs. —April Nissen, Yankton, South Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 519 calories, 32g fat (12g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 1121mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
On weekdays especially, sometimes we have only enough energy to pull together something simple for dinner. These wraps are they key to an easy breakfast for dinner. Just cook chorizo, eggs and cheese in a pan, then fold them into wraps. That’s it!
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Prosciutto-Pesto Breakfast Strata
Skill Level
Advanced
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'd never tried prosciutto before this recipe, and it instantly made me a big-time fan! The layers of flavor in this dish are brilliant, making it well worth the time and a must for your recipe box. —Vicki Anderson, Farmington, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 440 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 1215mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
Our prosciutto-pesto breakfast strata is like casserole’s cool, refined older cousin. Of course, prosciutto and pesto are the stars, but Gouda, basil, parsley and French bread help elevate this recipe into a sophisticated breakfast for dinner option.
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Sheet-Pan Eggs and Bacon Breakfast
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I saw this sheet-pan eggs and bacon recipe on social media and decided to re-create it. It was a huge hit! Use any cheeses and spices you like—you can even try seasoned potatoes. —Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 446 calories, 30g fat (13g saturated fat), 246mg cholesterol, 695mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein.
The ease of sheet-pan meals meets a quick breakfast filled with everyones’ favorites: bacon, hash browns, cheese, eggs, onions and peppers. This is a pretty savory dish, so serve it with a refreshing fruit salad.
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Sweet Potato Waffles
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
10 waffles
From the Recipe Creator:
Cardamom and pecans really make the flavor of these special sweet potato waffles stand out. I make them when I have leftover sweet potatoes. —Mickey Turner, Grants Pass, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
2 waffles: 546 calories, 35g fat (14g saturated fat), 172mg cholesterol, 541mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 13g protein.
Don’t toss out those leftover mashed sweet potatoes! Stir them with cozy cardamom, crunchy pecans and a bit of sour cream for tang and moisture, then press the batter into a hot waffle maker. You’ll pull out these magnificent sweet potato waffles that are just gorgeous with butter, the best maple syrup and sliced apples.
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Savory Waffles
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Refrigerated hash brown potatoes will help you make quick work of these crunchy waffles. Put out lots of toppings so everyone can design their own. —Nancy Judd, Alpine, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 waffle with 1 fried egg (calculated without optional toppings): 273 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 245mg cholesterol, 570mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein.
These savory waffles are made with hash browns, eggs, onions and green chiles instead of flour. (Yes, they’re gluten-free!) While you can totally stick with the sunny-side up egg, I think pulled pork or chicken would be stellar here.
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Breakfast Tacos
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Unless you grew up in the Southwest or visit there often, you might be hearing of migas for the first time. Just think of them as the best scrambled eggs ever. The secret ingredient is corn tortillas. They really make my migas tacos special! —Stephen Exel, Des Moines, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
2 tacos: 424 calories, 21g fat (5g saturated fat), 295mg cholesterol, 821mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
Breakfast tacos might be my favorite dish to whip up when I need something quick and satisfying. Plus, they’re a great “clean out the fridge” recipe. Pull this out when you promised breakfast for dinner, but it’s Tuesday and you’re operating at 1% energy.
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Savory Dutch Baby
Skill Level
Medium
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This savory Dutch baby delivers comfort and flavor, and it brings a smile. It’s the perfect vehicle for using up little bits of leftovers, as long as they are fully cooked and heated in the bottom of the skillet prior to adding the batter and cheese. —Susan Anderson, Helena, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 343 calories, 21g fat (11g saturated fat), 290mg cholesterol, 542mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
Baking Dutch babies is like performing magic. How does such a thin batter puff up so spectacularly? The hot skillet and oven’s steam work together to puff the pancake into mountain peaks with shallow valleys, which are perfect pools for butter and extra Parmesan.
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Cornbread Waffles
Skill Level
Easy
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone in my family loves chili except my daughter, but she loves cornbread. One day she asked if she could have mostly cornbread, with just a little chili. Then we had an idea—cornbread waffles topped with chili and all the fixings! It was a hit. If you're going gluten-free, make sure your chili is also free of gluten. —Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 464 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 796mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 15g protein.
Those deep waffle divots aren’t just for holding maple syrup and berries. Instead, these gluten-free cornbread waffles use their divots as vessels for your favorite chili recipe.
Breakfast for Dinner Ideas FAQs
What are the best breakfast for dinner ideas?
The best breakfast for dinner ideas are your favorite breakfast recipes! Eggs, bacon, sausages, toast and hash browns are the usual breakfast items that can also be used for dinner. Quiches, frittatas and casseroles encompass all those ingredients well. You don’t even have to stick to savory items. If you prefer French toast, pancake recipes, crepes or loaded waffles, those are perfectly acceptable to eat at dinnertime too.
What is breakfast for dinner called?
Breakfast for dinner is known as “brinner,” a catchall combining the two words into one.
What do you serve with breakfast for dinner?
Round out your breakfast for dinner spread with plates of bacon, sausages and pancakes. Add a fruit salad to the table for some vibrancy. If your main dish lacks carbs or needs some sort of bread, or if you’re serving recipes like shakshuka, bake a batch of biscuits or buttered toast.
