Description
These Southern Breakfast Enchiladas are loaded with scrambled eggs, crumbled bacon, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas and topped with a creamy sausage gravy. A comforting and indulgent breakfast or brunch dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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For the Enchiladas:
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8 large flour tortillas
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6 large eggs
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1/4 cup milk
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1/4 cup green onions, chopped
For the Sausage Gravy:
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1/2 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
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2 tablespoons butter
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
For Garnish:
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Fresh parsley, chopped
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Extra cheese, for topping
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Instructions
Prepare the Eggs:
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In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
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Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, then pour in the egg mixture.
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Cook, stirring gently, until scrambled and set. Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble the Enchiladas:
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Lay out the flour tortillas and evenly distribute the scrambled eggs, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
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Roll each tortilla tightly and place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
Make the Sausage Gravy:
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In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside, leaving any drippings in the pan.
Create the Gravy Base:
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Add butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat.
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Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
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Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
Season and Simmer:
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Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to the gravy mixture.
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Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens.
Bake the Enchiladas:
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Pour the sausage gravy evenly over the enchiladas and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
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You can substitute the breakfast sausage with turkey sausage or a plant-based sausage if you prefer a lighter or vegetarian version.
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Feel free to add extra toppings like sour cream, avocado, or fresh tomatoes for added flavor.
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You can prepare the enchiladas ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada with sausage gravy
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 210mg