Easter Brunch Casserole – Bison Enchilada Bake

Easter Brunch Casserole – Bison Enchilada Bake

Make-Ahead Easter Brunch Casserole: Bison Breakfast Enchilada Bake

Looking for a crowd-pleasing, make-ahead Easter brunch recipe that’s savoury, cheesy, and a little bit unexpected? This Easter Brunch Casserole with bison is the perfect dish to serve on Easter Sunday morning. We partnered with Carmen from Food Karma Blog to bring this delicious recipe to life—inspired by Tex Mex breakfast tacos, these enchiladas are filled with seasoned ground bison, fluffy eggs, crispy hashbrowns, and melty cheese—all wrapped in a tortilla and smothered in salsa verde.

Whether you’re feeding a full house or treating yourself to a cozy spring weekend breakfast, this dish brings bold flavour with zero stress.

Why Are Bison Enchiladas Perfect for Easter Weekend?

Easter weekend is all about family, gathering, and sharing meals—without spending the entire morning in the kitchen. This make-ahead Easter brunch casserole is a lifesaver: prep everything the night before, pop it in the oven while you brew coffee or pour mimosas, and enjoy a warm, hearty brunch that feels festive without the fuss.

The spiced bison filling brings a fresh twist to traditional brunch flavours, while creamy scrambled eggs, crispy hashbrowns, and gooey cheese add that cozy, indulgent touch. Plus, it serves a crowd with minimal cleanup.

Whether you’re hosting a crowd or enjoying a quiet morning, this bison brunch casserole recipe brings a little extra magic to your holiday table.

What You’ll Need for This Recipe

For the Meat Filling

  • 1 lb ground bison (or ground beef)

  • 2 tbsp chili powder (or half chili powder + half chipotle flakes for more heat)

  • ½ tsp each cumin, garlic powder, Mexican oregano

  • ⅛ tsp cinnamon

  • Salt & pepper

Other Ingredients

  • ½ yellow onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

  • 1 tsp cooking oil

  • 4 slices bacon, chopped (optional but recommended)

  • 2 cups frozen hashbrowns (or diced potatoes)

  • 3 cups grated cheese (cheddar + Monterey Jack is chef’s kiss)

  • 8 eggs + 2 tbsp milk, whisked with a pinch of salt & pepper

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 jar salsa verde

  • 10 flour tortillas (7–8 inch)

For Garnish

  • ½ cup tomatoes, chopped

  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped

  • 1 avocado, diced

  • Sour cream, extra salsa verde, lime wedges for serving

How to Make This Easter Brunch Casserole

1. Season the Meat

Mix spices into the ground bison and set it in the fridge while you prep the rest.

2. Cook the Fillings

  • Sauté onion in oil for 1 min, add garlic and cook until translucent.

  • Brown the bison mixture, then set aside.

  • If using bacon, fry until crispy, then combine with bison.

  • In the same pan, crisp up the hashbrowns. Set aside.

  • Add butter and soft scramble the eggs just until set.

3. Assemble the Casserole

  • Spread ¼ cup salsa verde in the bottom of a 9×13 dish.

  • Roll each tortilla with a little cheese, bison mix, hashbrowns, and egg.

  • Place seam-side down in the baking dish.

  • Spoon salsa verde over the top, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and cover with foil.

Make-Ahead Tip: Store in the fridge overnight, but wait to add the salsa verde until just before baking.

4. Bake It

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.

  • Bake covered in foil for 10–15 mins (depending on if it’s chilled), then uncover and bake another 5 mins.

  • Broil for 1–2 mins until the top is bubbly and golden.

5. Top and Serve

Garnish with fresh tomatoes, cilantro, avocado, and serve with lime, sour cream, and more salsa verde. Enjoy!

Why You’ll Love It

  • Perfect for Easter brunch or spring gatherings

    Bison Enchilada Bake

  • Make-ahead friendly for stress-free holiday mornings

  • Flavourful and hearty thanks to spiced bison and Tex Mex flair

  • Easily customizable for dietary needs or ingredient swaps

Pairing Suggestions

  • Pair with mimosas or a spicy Caesar for a brunch vibe

  • Serve with a fresh fruit salad or mini cinnamon buns on the side

This casserole is everything Easter weekend should be: easy, festive, delicious, and made for sharing. Whether you’re feeding a house full of family or enjoying a slow morning solo, the savoury goodness of this enchilada bake will make your Easter morning feel just a little more special.

Start your Easter celebrations with a dish that brings joy to the table. Visit Urban Butcher to pick up your locally-sourced Bison and eggs and make this year’s feast unforgettable.

Share your Bison Enchiladas creation with us on Instagram by tagging @UrbanButcherYYC. Let’s celebrate Easter together!

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