Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner

Easy sausage gravy enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food for a cozy dinner. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the secret to a creamy, irresistible gravy that makes these enchiladas better than takeout. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Slow Cooker Chicken Curry Recipe with Coconut Milk and Crispy Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Sriracha Aioli.

What You'll Need for Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground sausage
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 6-8 tortillas
• 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Optional: diced avocado
• Optional: sliced green onions
• Optional: chopped cilantro
• Optional: sour cream
• Optional: salsa

How to Make Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner

1. Step 1: Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
3. Step 3: Add chicken broth to the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in milk and enchilada sauce. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, until the gravy has thickened.
5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour half of the sausage gravy into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place tortillas in the skillet, one at a time, flipping to coat both sides with the gravy. Transfer each tortilla to the baking dish, filling with cheese and rolling to close. Place seam-side down in the baking dish.
6. Step 6: Pour the remaining sausage gravy over the enchiladas. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Storing & Reheating Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble these enchiladas up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to bake.

Freezing Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner

Freeze assembled, unbaked enchiladas for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground sausage with crumbled tofu or a plant-based sausage.
• Best substitution: No enchilada sauce? Use a can of diced tomatoes and green chiles, blended until smooth.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your gravy isn't thickening, try adding a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) and simmering for an additional 5 minutes.

Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

35 mins

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Total

50 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground sausage
• 1 onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded cheese
• 6-8 tortillas
• 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce

Seasonings

• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Optional Toppings

• diced avocado
• sliced green onions
• chopped cilantro
• sour cream
• salsa

Instructions

1. Step 1: Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
3. Step 3: Add chicken broth to the skillet, scraping the bottom to deglaze. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in milk and enchilada sauce. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, until the gravy has thickened.
5. Step 5: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour half of the sausage gravy into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place tortillas in the skillet, one at a time, flipping to coat both sides with the gravy. Transfer each tortilla to the baking dish, filling with cheese and rolling to close. Place seam-side down in the baking dish.
6. Step 6: Pour the remaining sausage gravy over the enchiladas. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground sausage with crumbled tofu or a plant-based sausage.
• Best substitution: No enchilada sauce? Use a can of diced tomatoes and green chiles, blended until smooth.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If your gravy isn't thickening, try adding a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water) and simmering for an additional 5 minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze assembled, unbaked enchiladas for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
• Make ahead: You can assemble these enchiladas up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 22g
• Fat: 30g
• Carbs: 28g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 95mg
• Sat. Fat: 14g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Cozy Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!