When I need to feed a crowd on a weekend morning without spending hours in the kitchen, this sheet pan breakfast hash with sausage is my go-to. One pan, simple ingredients, and a seriously satisfying combination of seasoned potatoes, colorful bell peppers, hearty pork sausage, and eggs — it's a complete breakfast that comes together with barely any effort and zero fuss.
A Quick Look At The Recipe
⭐ Why You'll Love It: One pan, minimal cleanup, high-protein, endlessly customizable
✅ Recipe Name: Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sausage
🕒 Ready In: About 55 minutes
👪 Serves: 6–8
🥬 Main Ingredients: Frozen breakfast potatoes, pork sausage, eggs, bell peppers, red onion
📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free (with certified GF ingredients), dairy-free
🥣 Best For: Weekend brunch, feeding a crowd, meal prep breakfast
Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash with Sausage
If there's one thing I love about mornings, it's a breakfast that practically makes itself. This sheet pan breakfast hash is exactly that — toss everything on one pan, bake it in layers, and end up with a complete, protein-packed breakfast that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did. The frozen breakfast potatoes are my secret weapon here — they cut out all the prep work while still getting perfectly golden and crispy in the oven.
What really makes this hash special is the layered cooking method. The vegetables and potatoes go in first, getting nicely browned and seasoned before the sausage and eggs join the party. Everything cooks together on one pan so the flavors meld beautifully — smoky paprika, savory sausage, rich runny egg yolks — and cleanup is an absolute breeze. If you love easy one-pan breakfasts like this, you'll also want to check out my Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole and my Sweet Potato Egg Breakfast Casserole — both are just as easy and just as crowd-pleasing!
Why You'll Love This Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash
- Totally customizable. The base recipe is a blank canvas — swap the sausage, add more veggies, adjust your egg doneness — it works every time.
- One pan, one cleanup. Everything cooks on a single sheet pan — less mess, less stress, more time to enjoy your morning.
- High-protein and filling. Between the eggs and the pork sausage, this hash is packed with protein that'll keep you energized all morning long.
- Ready in under an hour. With frozen breakfast potatoes cutting out all the chopping and parboiling, this comes together faster than you'd think.
- Perfect for a crowd. Whether it's a weekend family breakfast, a holiday brunch, or a meal prep situation, this hash feeds everyone without the chaos.
Ingredients Needed
Here's a little bit about everything that goes into this breakfast hash recipe:
- Frozen breakfast potatoes: The shortcut that makes this recipe so effortless. A 36-oz bag gives you the perfect amount for a full sheet pan without any peeling or chopping. Look for a certified gluten-free brand if needed.
- Bell peppers: One red and one yellow pepper add sweetness, color, and a good dose of vitamin C. Feel free to use whatever colors you have on hand.
- Red onion: Half a diced red onion builds a savory, slightly sweet flavor base that pairs perfectly with the smoky seasonings.
- Pork breakfast sausage: One pound of pork breakfast sausage adds hearty, savory flavor and serious protein. You can substitute turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
- Eggs: 8–9 eggs cracked right onto the pan in the final stretch of baking. The cook time is flexible — 8 minutes for runny yolks, 12 for fully set.
Substitutions & Additions for Breakfast Hash
This recipe is incredibly versatile — here are some easy ways to make it your own:
Cheese it up: A handful of shredded cheddar or pepper jack scattered over the top in the last few minutes of baking takes this hash to the next level.
Swap the sausage: Turkey or chicken breakfast sausage work great for a lighter option. For a plant-based version, Beyond Meat or Impossible sausage are both excellent substitutes.
Go vegan: Swap pork sausage for a plant-based option and use Just Egg in place of regular eggs — adjust the final bake time per the package instructions.
Add more veggies: Chopped spinach or kale, diced tomatoes, sliced mushrooms, jalapeño peppers, or chives all make great additions. Toss them in with the potatoes and peppers at the start.
Change up the potatoes: If you prefer fresh potatoes, my Easy Roasted Breakfast Potatoes method works perfectly here — just parboil them first so they get tender in time.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Season and bake the vegetables and potatoes. Add the chopped vegetables and a 36-oz bag of frozen breakfast potatoes to a large sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 tablespoon olive oil, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and ½ teaspoon each of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss everything to coat evenly and spread into a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the potatoes are starting to brown.
Step 3: Add the sausage. Remove the pan from the oven and dollop bite-sized chunks of 1 lb pork breakfast sausage throughout the hash. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the sausage is fully cooked through.
Step 3: Add the eggs. Remove the pan from the oven one more time and carefully crack 8–9 eggs into any open spaces across the pan. Return to the oven and bake for a final 8–12 minutes depending on your yolk preference — 8 minutes for runny, 10 for slightly set, 12 for fully cooked.
Step 4: Garnish and serve. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately straight from the pan!
Erin's Expert Recipe Tips
- Don't skip the flip. Flipping the potatoes and vegetables halfway through the first bake ensures even browning on both sides — don't skip it!
- Use a large sheet pan. A standard 18x13 half-sheet pan gives everything enough room to roast rather than steam. Overcrowding = soggy potatoes.
- Dollop the sausage in small chunks. Breaking the sausage into small bite-sized pieces before adding to the pan means it cooks through evenly without needing to be pre-cooked.
- Watch your eggs closely. Egg bake time varies a lot depending on your oven and how runny you like your yolks. Start checking at 8 minutes and pull when they look just slightly underdone — they'll continue to set for a minute off the oven.
- Make it a meal prep win. This hash reheats beautifully in a hot skillet — just note that the eggs are best freshly baked, so if you're prepping ahead, consider adding fresh eggs when you reheat.
- Storage: Allow the hash to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2–3 days. Reheat in a hot sauté pan until warmed through
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some common sheet pan breakfast hash questions. Don't see the answer you're looking for? Leave a comment at the bottom of this post!
Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen? Absolutely! Fresh diced potatoes work great — just cut them into small, even cubes and parboil for 5–7 minutes first so they cook through in the same timeframe as the rest of the ingredients.
Is this breakfast hash gluten-free? This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but always check your labels. Some frozen breakfast potatoes and pork sausage brands contain wheat additives — choose certified gluten-free versions to be safe.
Can I make this plant-based? Yes! Swap the pork sausage for a plant-based alternative like Beyond Meat or Impossible, and use Just Egg (pourable) in place of regular eggs. Adjust the final bake time based on the Just Egg package directions.
Can I prep this ahead of time? You can chop the vegetables and season the potatoes the night before and store them in the fridge. The full hash is best cooked fresh, but leftovers reheat well in a skillet for up to 2–3 days — just know the egg texture is best on day one.
What can I serve alongside this hash? This hash is a complete meal on its own, but it pairs beautifully with a side of fresh fruit, a glass of OJ, or buttered toast for dipping in those runny egg yolks. For a bigger brunch spread, it's perfect alongside my Broccoli Cheddar Ham Egg Casserole.
Can I add cheese? Absolutely — scatter shredded cheddar, pepper jack, or mozzarella over the hash in the last 2–3 minutes of baking and let it melt right on top. So good.
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- Chocolate Covered Strawberry Overnight Oats
- Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
- Turkey Breakfast Burger With Chipotle Aioli
Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 425F.
- To a large sheet pan, add diced onion, peppers, and potatoes.
- Drizzle on olive oil, then add all spices. Toss to fully coat.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove potato mixture from oven and dollop sausage on top, all throughout the top in bite-sized chunks. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and crack 8-9 eggs on top wherever there is some space. Place back in oven for 8-12 minutes depending on how cooked you would like your egg yolk. I did 10 minutes for a slightly runny egg.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve!
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