Biscuits-And-Gravy Casserole Recipe

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Active Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

In the time it takes you and the family to drive to a restaurant to order a Saturday morning brunch, you can have this hot and tasty biscuits-and-gravy casserole on the table.

Hearty and filling with warm biscuits and delicious, creamy sausage gravy, you will definitely add this casserole recipe to your list of favorite breakfast casseroles. The best part? Using store-bought frozen biscuits helps to keep the prep time down to an easy-breezy 15 minutes.

Learn how to make biscuits-and-gravy casserole. This will be a family favorite after one bite.

Ingredients for Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole

Sausage, Pepper Jack cheese, and Southern-style biscuits come together for a savory, satisfying casserole. To make biscuits-and-gravy casserole, you'll need:

Ground pork sausage: The protein base of the casserole, providing a rich, meaty flavor. Can substitute with other preferred types of sausage, including chicken, turkey, or vegetarian options.
Yellow onion: Adds a savory depth.
Unsalted butter: Adds richness and helps create a roux to thicken the gravy.
All-purpose flour: A thickening agent for the gravy.
Whole milk: A creamy liquid base for the gravy. Can swap with half-and-half for an even richer texture and flavor.
Pepper Jack cheese: Adds a cheesy flavor to the dish. Can substitute with Monterey Jack, Cheddar, or other favorite cheeses.
Kosher salt and black pepper: Enhances the overall flavor of the casserole.
Cooking spray: To prevent the casserole from sticking to the baking dish.
Frozen Southern-style biscuits: Such as Pillsbury Grands, for a comforting, fluffy texture and biscuit topping.
Minced fresh chives: Adds a pop of freshness and color.

How To Make Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole

With a topping of store-bought frozen biscuits, this hearty casserole comes together in just 15 minutes of active time. Full instructions are below, but here's a brief recap before you get started:

Step 1. Cook sausage and onion: Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook sausage and onion in a large skillet, stirring often, until sausage is cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Wipe skillet clean.
Step 2. Make gravy: Melt 1/4 cup butter in skillet. Add flour and cook, whisking, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk and cook, whisking, until thickened.
Step 3. Add cheese: Whisk in cheese until smooth. Stir in sausage mixture, salt, and pepper.
Step 4. Assembled casserole, and bake: Transfer to a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Arrange biscuits on top. Bake until biscuits are golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes.
Step 5. Brush biscuits with butter: Melt remaining butter and brush over biscuits. Sprinkle with chives. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole Variations

To change up this satisfying breakfast casserole, consider these variations:

Sausage: Use maple-flavored breakfast sausage, spicy Italian sausage, chicken or turkey sausage, or vegetarian options for a unique touch. Top with crumbled bacon for a hearty finish.
Cheese: Swap the pepper Jack cheese for Gouda, Monterey Jack, Cheddar, and more.
Herbs: Add thyme, sage, parsley, or rosemary to the gravy for additional flavor.
Veggies: Bulk up the dish with sautéed diced bell peppers, mushrooms, jalapeños, or spinach.
Spices: Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, or cayenne pepper for a flavorful addition.
Toppings: Add minced garlic to the melted butter for topping the biscuits, or sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning before baking.
Homemade biscuits: Opt for homemade biscuits if preferred, whether buttermilk or Cheddar.

Can I Make Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole Ahead?

This casserole can be assembled ahead for a quick and easy breakfast option:

Prepare the casserole, and assemble in the baking dish up to 24 hours ahead. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate. When ready to bake, let stand at room temperature while the oven preheats, and bake as directed. You may need to add a few extra minutes since you'll be baking from cold.

How To Store and Reheat Leftover Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole

Refrigerate leftover casserole for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen, and reheat in a preheated 350ºF oven until hot throughout before serving.

What To Serve With Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole

This meaty, cheesy casserole is hearty enough to feed a crowd. Pair with your favorite breakfast and brunch dishes, including crispy hash browns, fresh fruit salad, scrambled eggs, sautéed greens, roasted vegetables, French toast, cinnamon rolls, and more.

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Editorial contributions by Katie Rosenhouse.

Ingredients

1 (1-lb.) pkg. ground pork sausage
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion (from 1 small onion)
1/4 cup, plus 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, divided
1/3 cup (about 1 1/2 oz.) all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
6 oz. pepper Jack cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups)
3/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
Cooking spray
1 (25-oz.) pkg. frozen Southern-style biscuits (12 count) (such as Pillsbury Grands)
2 Tbsp. minced fresh chives

Directions

Cook sausage and onion:

Preheat oven to 350°F. Place sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium, and cook, stirring often, until sausage crumbles and is no longer pink and onion is translucent, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer mixture to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Wipe skillet clean.
Make gravy:

Reduce heat to low, and add 1/4 cup of the butter to skillet; cook, whisking often, until melted. Whisk in flour until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk; increase heat to medium, and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly, 5 to 6 minutes.
Add cheese:

Whisk in shredded cheese, and cook, whisking often, until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth, 30 to 40 seconds. Stir in sausage mixture, salt, and pepper.
Assembled casserole, and bake:

Transfer mixture to a lightly greased (with cooking spray) 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Arrange biscuits on top of sausage mixture. Bake in preheated oven until biscuits are golden brown and gravy is bubbly, 30 to 35 minutes.
Brush biscuits with butter:

Microwave remaining 1 tablespoon butter in a small microwavable bowl on HIGH until melted, about 20 seconds. Remove casserole from oven; brush biscuits with melted butter, and sprinkle with chives. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use homemade biscuits for biscuits-and-gravy casserole?

Feel free to top this casserole without homemade biscuits, if preferred, before baking.
What types of sausages are best for gravy?

While we call for ground pork sausage for this gravy for its savory flavor and fat content, feel free to substitute with any type of sausage you prefer, including sweet or hot Italian sausage, breakfast sausage, chicken sausage, or plant-based options.
How do I prevent biscuits from becoming soggy in casserole?

Since the biscuits are placed on top of the gravy in this casserole, you shouldn't have any issues with them becoming soggy. Just be sure to bake until golden brown and cooked through.