Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve perfected the creamy, indulgent sauce that makes these enchiladas irresistible. The trick I discovered is using a roux to thicken the gravy. The result is a cozy, hearty dinner that’s better than takeout. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Refreshing Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint and Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Cups.
Why This Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy sausage gravy that's better than takeout
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep
What You'll Need for Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Ground sausage
- Flour tortillas
- Cream of chicken soup
- Milk
- Shredded cheese
- Onion
- Garlic
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Fresh cilantro
- Optional: Diced green onions
- Optional: Sour cream
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ground sausage: Use mild or spicy, depending on your preference.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
- Cook the sausage: Brown the ground sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Make the gravy: Stir in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk and cream of chicken soup, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Fill each tortilla with shredded cheese and roll it up. Place the enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour the gravy over the top and sprinkle with more cheese.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the enchiladas. They can become dry and tough. To prevent this, keep an eye on them and remove them from the oven as soon as the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Tip: For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the skillet with the sausage.
- Tip: To make ahead, assemble the enchiladas and refrigerate. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Storing & Reheating Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm 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: Assemble the enchiladas up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm 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 leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground sausage with crumbled tofu or mushrooms.
- Best substitution: If you don't have cream of chicken soup, you can make your own by combining 1 can of cream of mushroom soup with 1/2 cup of chicken broth.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the enchiladas up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thick, thin it out with a little more milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.
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Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ground sausage
- Flour tortillas
- Cream of chicken soup
- Milk
- Shredded cheese
Seasonings
- Onion
- Garlic
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Fresh cilantro
- Diced green onions
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: Brown the ground sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Make the gravy: Stir in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk and cream of chicken soup, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Fill each tortilla with shredded cheese and roll it up. Place the enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour the gravy over the top and sprinkle with more cheese.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground sausage with crumbled tofu or mushrooms.
- Best substitution: If you don't have cream of chicken soup, you can make your own by combining 1 can of cream of mushroom soup with 1/2 cup of chicken broth.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the enchiladas up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thick, thin it out with a little more milk. If it's too thin, let it simmer for a few more minutes to reduce and thicken.
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 leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.
- Make ahead: Assemble the enchiladas up to 1 day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 620
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 38g
- Carbs: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sat. Fat: 17g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner FAQs
Yes, you can assemble the enchiladas up to 1 day ahead. Store them in the fridge until ready to bake.
Overcooking can cause the enchiladas to become dry. Keep an eye on them and remove them from the oven as soon as the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Yes, you can freeze assembled, unbaked enchiladas for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.
These enchiladas pair well with a side of Refreshing Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Feta and Mint or Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Cups for dessert.
While you can't cook the entire dish in the air fryer, you can use it to crisp up the tortillas before assembling the enchiladas. Air fry the tortillas at 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes, or until crispy.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm 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!
