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Southern Breakfast Enchiladas with Sausage Gravy
Alysse

Southern Breakfast Enchiladas with Sausage Gravy

A decadent and hearty brunch masterpiece, this dish combines the comfort of Southern sausage gravy with the festive flavor of Tex-Mex enchiladas. Fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and crispy tater tots are rolled into soft tortillas, smothered in a creamy homemade gravy, and baked to bubbly, cheesy perfection. It's the ultimate crowd-pleasing meal for holidays, weekends, or any time you're craving pure comfort food.
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Southern, Tex-Mex

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage & Filling:
  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 jalapeño minced
  • 10 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups cooked crispy tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese divided
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese divided
  • 10-12 fajita-size flour tortillas
  • Oil for frying
For the Creamy Sausage Gravy:
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 3/4 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook Filling Base: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble and cook the sausage. When halfway done, add onion and jalapeño and cook until sausage is browned. With a slotted spoon, transfer 1 cup of the mixture to a large bowl. Leave the rest in the skillet for the gravy.
  2. Scramble Eggs: In a separate pan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Whisk eggs with a pinch of salt and scramble until soft and slightly undercooked.
  3. Combine Filling: To the bowl with the reserved sausage, add the scrambled eggs, cooked tater tots, and 1/2 cup each of Pepper Jack and Cheddar cheese. Mix gently.
  4. Make Gravy: Return the skillet with remaining sausage to medium heat. Sprinkle flour over the sausage and stir for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Prep Tortillas: Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each tortilla for 10-15 seconds per side until pliable and slightly puffed.
  6. Assemble: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Fill each tortilla with the egg mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  7. Bake: Pour the sausage gravy evenly over the enchiladas. Top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese. Bake uncovered for 30-40 minutes, until bubbly and golden. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • No Soggy Enchiladas: Don't skip frying the tortillas! This creates a barrier that prevents them from getting mushy in the sauce.
  • Perfect Eggs: Cook the scrambled eggs until they are just set and still look a little wet. They will finish cooking in the oven.
  • Make-Ahead Tip: For best results, prepare the filling and gravy ahead of time and store them in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Assemble just before baking.
  • Lump-Free Gravy: Add the milk slowly and whisk constantly to prevent lumps. If lumps form, use a whisk or an immersion blender to smooth it out.