Breakfast isn’t just for the morning anymore. You can have breakfast for dinner, too! These satisfying recipes are just as tasty at night as they are in the AM.
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Pin RecipeServing your typical morning recipes for dinner can be kind of exciting! It’s a sure way to make your family come running to the dinner table—after all, who can resist the call of bacon and pancakes?!
Best Breakfast For Dinner Recipes for the Family
Keep reading for my favorite breakfast recipes to serve at dinnertime. Each one is perfect for a fun evening meal. (Of course, you can also whip these up in the morning because they’re also great for “real” breakfast too!)
1. Farmer’s Breakfast Casserole
You’ll love how easy this hearty casserole is to make. It only takes about 20 minutes to whip up and makes about 12 servings. Made with meat, potatoes, and veggies, this satisfying casserole is a well-rounded dinner (or breakfast!).
2. Egg and Cheese Sandwich
Freshly fried eggs topped with arugula and cheese sandwiches between thick slices of bread sounds like a dream come true. This dreamy egg and cheese breakfast sandwich is perfect for dinner and pretty healthy, too!
3. Peanut Butter Pancakes
These peanut butter pancakes are packed with protein and surprisingly filling. They make a fantastic nighttime meal that’s a little different than your normal dinner. This PM treat will definitely have your family running to the dinner table!
4. Spinach and Cheese Quiche
This spinach quiche is a nice, healthy dish that you can serve your family any time of day. Luckily, the recipe makes a pretty big quiche so you can have leftovers for breakfast the next morning!
5. Sausage Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Breakfast casseroles are fantastic for dinner. This sausage croissant casserole especially fits the bill thanks to the juicy sausage and flaky croissants stuffed into every bite. All those savory flavors are perfect for serving as your dinner entree.
6. Chicken and Waffles
Nothing compares to the sweet and savory flavor combination of chicken and waffles. This recipe is clearly perfect for dinner, thanks to the crispy fried chicken, but it’s the sweet waffle and maple syrup that truly makes this breakfast-for-dinner stand out.
7. Brioche French Toast
When you need a sweet treat for dinner, french toast is always a good idea. This brioche French toast casserole is over-the-top decadent and the perfect way to end your day.
8. Keto Breakfast Casserole
If you are sticking to a keto diet or just looking for some tasty low-carb meal ideas, then this breakfast casserole is just what you need. And I mean just what you need for dinner! This casserole is loaded with all the savory flavors you crave, but without any of the heavy carbs.
9. Oven-Baked Eggs
This recipe only takes a few minutes to make and has a few simple ingredients. Feel free to get a little creative with these oven-baked eggs and switch up the veggies and meat in the recipe. This is a perfect, customizable breakfast, lunch, or dinner meal!
10. Breakfast Quesadilla
You will go crazy for this effortless dinner idea. Breakfast quesadillas are insanely delicious, super fast to make and you can easily adjust the ingredients to make them perfectly suited for your taste buds.
11. Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
I love one-pan dinners, and I’m guessing that you do too. This easy biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole only requires one dish and 10 minutes to make. Dinner will be on the table in no time!
12. Breakfast Pizza
Pizza is definitely a dinner-time meal, but you can also try making this incredible breakfast pizza. With a crescent roll crust and a cheesy topping, you must give this recipe a try, whether it’s for breakfast, dinner, or anytime in between.
13. Breakfast Sliders
Sliders are great for dinner, which you probably already know. But this breakfast sliders recipe is a little bit different, thanks to the breakfast twist. Make breakfast sliders for dinner or just for breakfast! Your family will love them no matter what time of day it is.
14. Bisquick Breakfast Casserole
I love cooking shortcuts, and using Bisquick to make this breakfast casserole with bacon not only makes it easy, but it also helps make the dish extra filling. All that juicy bacon, crispy hashbrowns, and melted cheese is going to fill you right up at dinner time.
15. Oatmeal Banana Breakfast Cookies
If you can have cookies for breakfast, then why not have them for dinner?! These healthy cookies are perfect for eating on the go and will give you a nutritious dinner and dessert all in one bite!
16. Sheet Pan Breakfast Bake
This one-dish recipe has everything you need for a perfect breakfast-style dinner. Eggs, hash browns, ham, and lots of cheese make this a perfect meal. You’ll love how you can just scoop and serve a complete dinner straight from the pan with this breakfast bake.
17. Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls
These stuffed crescent rolls are perfect for eating on the go. If you have a busy night, make these bite-sized rolls for dinner, and everyone will be able to eat a delicious, satisfying meal even if they are running around. I love to pack these up for sports game nights and eat them on the sidelines!
18. Bacon & Gruyere Sous Vide Egg Bites
This is another deliciously small, bite-sized meal you can quickly prepare and serve on busy nights. The little egg bites are made in the Instant Pot for quick cooking and easy cleanup. They are packed with savory flavor that is definitely dinner-worthy.
19. Overnight Breakfast Casserole
If you’re making this casserole for breakfast, you can prep it the night before and cook it in the morning. If you are making it for dinner, you can whip it up in the morning and eat it later at night! You’ll love how easy this make-ahead meal is.
20. Eggs Benedict
Why not have a breakfast classic at dinner? With all that juicy Canadian bacon and perfect hollandaise sauce, this homemade eggs benedict recipe may quickly become a breakfast you make for dinner all the time.
21. Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
Add all of the ingredients to your slow cooker and set it to cook. When you come home from work, you will have a perfect breakfast-style dinner ready and waiting for you! Feel free to toss in some extra veggies to make this crockpot breakfast casserole even more nutritious.
22. Avocado Toast
You will adore this avocado toast at dinnertime and love how it’s a simple yet filling meal. I like to keep a few avocados on hand, so I always have a ripe one ready to go. I make avocado toast for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
23. Keto Sausage and Egg Breakfast Bowls
Breakfast bowls are perfect for serving at dinner. Everyone gets their own bowl, and they can customize it as they please! Add some hot sauce, or toss in some spinach to make these low-carb bowls even more flavorful.
24. Make Ahead Freezer Burritos
I am obsessed with how easy these freezer burritos are to make. Make a huge batch and keep them in your freezer so you can easily grab a perfect, complete meal anytime you need a quick dinner. You’ll love how easy it is to simply reheat a burrito and serve it for any meal of the day. And kids absolutely love these, too—just an added bonus!
25. Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole
After a long day, deciding what to make for dinner can be a chore. Leave the work out of the equation and choose this everything bagel breakfast casserole. With everything bagel seasoning in each bite, all of the flavors are there no matter what you are craving.
26. Sausage Breakfast Pizza
Sausage breakfast pizza for dinner is an idea you’ll wish you’d thought of sooner. This play on a classic pizza ditches the sauce for eggs and cheese and adds hearty sausage on top, making a swap that is worth every bite.
27. Breakfast Burrito Casserole
If your family is all in on Taco Tuesday, they will be all over this breakfast burrito casserole. The hearty egg dish is more than enough for dinner and light enough that you won’t go to bed feeling overly full.
28. Breakfast Fried Rice
The best part about fried rice is that you can put just about anything in it, and it will be a tasty meal. This version opts for breakfast flavors with bacon and eggs. Even though it is a morning favorite, it quickly turns into a dinner meal with your favorite protein thrown in, too.
29. Mini Waffle Recipe
Waffles are tasty any time of the day, especially after a long day. These mini waffles keep the dinner for breakfast light and comforting. Do yourself a favor and keep some in the freezer so you can have mini waffles for dinner whenever you’d like.
30. Croissant Breakfast Sandwich
These croissant breakfast sandwiches are an excellent idea for an easy and simple dinner. The hearty eggs and bacon add protein to the mix to keep you full for the night.
31. Green Chili Egg Casserole
When you know it’s going to be a busy night ahead, do yourself a favor and prep this green chili egg casserole in advance. The green chilies’ flavor develops over time, making it the perfect make-ahead meal.
32. Sour Cream Biscuits
Sour cream biscuits are not only for breakfast. Make a batch to use as buns for your dinner sandwiches and stuff them with your favorite protein.
33. Egg Tortilla Bake
In just 30 minutes, this egg tortilla bake can be placed on your table. The quick and easy dinner is loaded with protein, making it a filling breakfast for dinner swap.
34. Breakfast Pigs in a Blanket
Pigs in a blanket get a sweet swap in the breakfast version. Instead of biscuits and hot dogs, pancakes are wrapped around a breakfast sausage and topped with syrup. This pigs in a blanket recipe is the swap you never knew you needed to have.
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