Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
Easy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to a creamy, perfectly cooked enchilada sauce. This cozy dish is perfect for a warm dinner, and it’s even better than takeout. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Cinnamon Sugar Churro Pancakes for Easy Weekend Brunch and Easy Jalapeño Spinach Artichoke Dip for Game Day.
Why This Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Creamy, cheesy sausage gravy enchilada sauce
- Perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep
- Better than takeout taste at home
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
- Shredded cheese
- Canned enchilada sauce
- Sour cream
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Green onions
- Optional: Diced avocado
- Optional: Sour cream
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ground sausage: Use mild or spicy, depending on your preference.
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How to Make Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
- Cook the sausage: Brown the ground sausage in a skillet until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Make the gravy: Add flour to the skillet, stir to combine. Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly. Cook until thickened. Stir in sour cream, enchilada sauce, and seasonings.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Fill each tortilla with shredded cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour the sausage gravy over the enchiladas.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
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. If this happens, add a little more enchilada sauce and cover with foil to reheat.
- Pro tip: For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños when cooking the sausage.
- Pro tip: Make these ahead and reheat in the oven for a quick meal.
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 a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Freezing Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Add a little enchilada sauce to prevent drying.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use crumbled tofu or black beans instead of sausage.
- Best substitution: Use canned cream of chicken soup instead of making the gravy from scratch.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the enchiladas up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the enchilada sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the sauce. Cook until thickened.
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Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Ground sausage
- Flour tortillas
- Shredded cheese
- Canned enchilada sauce
- Sour cream
Seasonings
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Green onions
- Diced avocado
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: Brown the ground sausage in a skillet until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
- Make the gravy: Add flour to the skillet, stir to combine. Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly. Cook until thickened. Stir in sour cream, enchilada sauce, and seasonings.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Fill each tortilla with shredded cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish. Pour the sausage gravy over the enchiladas.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, use crumbled tofu or black beans instead of sausage.
- Best substitution: Use canned cream of chicken soup instead of making the gravy from scratch.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the enchiladas up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the enchilada sauce is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the sauce. Cook until thickened.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Add a little enchilada sauce to prevent drying.
- Make ahead: Assemble the enchiladas up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy Sausage Gravy Enchiladas for a Warm Dinner FAQs
Yes, assemble the enchiladas up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Overcooking can cause enchiladas to become dry. If this happens, add a little more enchilada sauce and cover with foil to reheat.
Yes, freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
While you can cook the sausage in the air fryer, assembling and baking the enchiladas is best done in the oven.
Use canned cream of chicken soup mixed with a little chicken broth as a substitute for enchilada sauce.
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!
