Slow Cooker Meals

If you’re new to following my blog you may have noticed I am a lover of my crock pot. I NEED to make something in it at least weekly, if not more. With a busy family of 3 kids, we are out most every night of the week for the children’s activities. Some days are harder than others and the hubby and I are outnumbered, which can get pretty tough, pretty quickly. I rely on friends and family with carpooling and my crock pot every step of the way.

I’ve got many main dish slow cooker meals mostly for dinners, but having breakfast warm and ready is key to starting a day on the right foot in my opinion.You can actually prep this the night before if you prefer, just wait to slow cooker until the morning. Or make it on the weekend and store in the fridge for an easy breakfast that everyone can just help themselves with. 

This dish is perfect for a weekend brunch, but I prefer it for Monday mornings!! Why? Simply because Mondays tend to be tough as it is and breakfast shouldn’t be a challenge when you’re trying to get back into the routine after a wonderful but relaxed weekend.

My family is quite fond of all things Mexican food related. Recipes you might also like, Mexican Tamale Skillet Pie, Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken, and my Low Carb Mexican Lasagna is a winner too! 

Only fair to make a Mexican style breakfast for them to enjoy. You can make this spicier if your family prefers, by using medium salsa and increasing the chili powder. As written,  it is not spicy, opinion provided by my daughter who hates all things spicy. She is a tween and very opinionated and ate two pieces. The hubby , teen and little man, loved it and wished it was spicier!

Slow Cook or Bake Option

I realize that not everyone is a fan of actually using a slow cooker so in that case, or if you’ve never purchased one, then you can also just bake this recipe. Instructions are below.

However you decide to prepare this yummy Mexican breakfast meal, it will much loved by even the picky eaters in your family. Don’t forget to have some wonderful optional toppings for everyone to add their own, things like more salsa, sour cream, avocado, fresh cilantro. 

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Slow Cooker Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole

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Slow Cooker Keto Mexican Breakfast Casserole {Low Carb & Gluten Free}

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 hours hours

Total Time 5 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 10 servings @ 1 slice

Calories 284kcal

Author Brenda Bennett| Sugar-Free Mom

Ingredients

• 12 ounces ground pork
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup salsa
• 10 eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup pepper jack cheese or Mexican blend
• Optional toppings: sour cream. avocado salsa, cilantro

Instructions

Slow Cooker Method

• In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage until no longer pink.
• Add seasonings and salsa. Set aside to cool slightly.
• In a another bowl whisk the eggs and cream.
• Add the pork to the eggs, then add the cheese and stir to combine.
• Grease the bottom of the crock pot and pour in mixture.
• Cover and cook on high 2 1/2 hours or low 5 hours.
• Enjoy with optional toppings.

Oven Method

• Follow all the steps through number 4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 by 13 baking dish. Pour mixture into the dish and bake for 30 minutes or until egg is set and cheese is melted.

Video

Notes

Net Carbs: 2g

This recipe was first published in October of 2014 and updated with video in October 2019. 

Nutrition info does not include optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 198mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 510IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1.4mg

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