Biscuits and Gravy Casserole {With Bacon & Sausage!}

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This Biscuits and Gravy Casserole is a hearty and comforting breakfast recipe that whips up in a breeze! Flaky biscuits are speckled with crumbly sausage, crispy bacon, and melty cheese. Tied together with protein-packed eggs and peppered gravy, the whole family will go crazy for more! If you’re looking for a breakfast casserole for the holidays or just because this biscuit and gravy casserole is a winner!

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Right when you thought biscuits and gravy couldn’t taste any better, you find out it can be made into a casserole mixed with eggs, sausage, bacon, and cheese! Seriously, this casserole highlights all of the most delicious aspects of southern comfort food.

I absolutely love making this biscuits and gravy casserole for weekend brunches, holiday breakfasts, or potluck gatherings!

I promise you that your family will soon be requesting this casserole for breakfast every morning of the week. Fortunately, it truly is a no-fuss recipe! All of the cooking techniques are easily replicable by any home cook.

The Heart & Soul of this easy biscuits and gravy casserole recipe

Cuisine Inspiration: American
Cooking Method: Baked
Dietary Info: High Protein
Key Flavor: Cheesy and Savory
Skill Level: Easy

Sweet Spots

Comfort Food Classic: Elevates a cherished breakfast dish into an easy casserole form.
Flavorful Layers: Combines biscuits, sausage, bacon, and cheese for a rich taste.
Simple Preparation: Straightforward and easy to assemble with ready-made ingredients and step by step instructions.
Ideal for Groups: Perfect for feeding a family or a crowd, or planning ahead.
Versatile Meal: Great for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. Who doesn’t love breakfast for dinner?

Ingredients For Your Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

Bacon & Sausage — I prefer to use both bacon and sausage in my biscuits and gravy casserole. I love the crispness of bacon mixed with the heartiness of sausage. In my humble opinion, you can never have too much of either one!
Eggs & Milk — Mix the eggs with milk to create a light, tender texture that will act as the binder in this recipe. For a richer flavor, replace the milk with cream.
Biscuit Dough — I use Grands pre-made biscuit dough for this recipe, but try your favorite brand or even a homemade version.
Cheddar Cheese — Add any shreddable cheese you have on hand, but the sharp, umami flavor of cheddar accentuates this casserole so well. Make sure to sprinkle some in the middle and on top!
Peppered Gravy Mix — For fuss-free prep, I simply whip up a packet of peppered gravy mix. However, you can absolutely use homemade gravy if you have more time. You will need about two cups in total.
Salt & pepper — To season the egg mixture. You don’t need too much as the bacon, sausage, and cheese all provide salty flavors as well.

Cheese, eggs, biscuits, bacon and sausage for a breakfast casserole

How to Make A Biscuits And Gravy Casserole

COOK THE BACON – Cook the bacon first, then crumble it into smaller pieces and set them aside. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 13×9 casserole dish.
WHISK THE EGGS – Whisk the eggs and milk in a mixing bowl, then season the mixture with salt and pepper and set aside.
COOK THE SAUSAGE – Cook the sausage in a skillet until browned. Crumble it into small pieces, then drain and set it aside.
PREP THE GRAVY – Make the gravy according to the packet instructions, and set it aside as well.
START LAYERING – Cut the biscuit dough into quarters, then add the pieces to the bottom of the greased dish. Spread the cooked sausage and bacon bits over the top of the biscuit dough.
FINISH UP – Next, layer on half of the cheddar cheese. Pour the whisked egg mixture over the cheese. Pour gravy over the eggs, and finally sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
BAKE THE CASSEROLE – Bake this biscuits and gravy casserole for 50 minutes, or until the biscuits are cooked through and the eggs are set.

biscuits and gravy step by step collage.

Tips for making the best biscuit and gravy casserole

My best tip is the easiest — Generously grease the baking dish so it’s easier to serve.
If your gravy is too thick, add a little milk or cream to thin it out. If it’s too thin, throw in a pinch or two of flour to thicken it up.
For a more rustic flavor, cook the sausage, bacon, and gravy in the same cast-iron skillet without cleaning it in between. Make sure to scrape up all the bits of bacon and sausage!
Evenly cut the biscuits — Biscuits that are uniform in size will cook more evenly.

Substitutions and Additions

There are quite a few ways to switch up the flavors in this recipe.

So many cheeses!: You might like to kick up the spice with a pepper jack cheese, or add a bit of smokiness with a smoked cheese like gouda or cheddar.
All about the meats: Bacon and sausage are delicious, but you can lighten up this casserole with turkey bacon and turkey sausage as well.
Gravy: There isn’t a wrong choice when choosing gravy. For a twist, you can make this recipe with sawmill gravy, regular gravy, or even mushroom gravy.
Veggies: Add sauteed mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, or spinach for added color and nutrients.
Spicy kick: Diced jalapenos and or a dash of hot sauce for some heat would be delicious!

What To Serve With Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

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Turn our biscuits and gravy casserole into a full-on brunch with a few sweet treats served on the side.

How to store and reheat biscuits and gravy casserole

If you like leftovers, you’ve chosen the right recipe to make!

How long will this casserole last in the fridge? This biscuits and gravy casserole can be refrigerated for up to 4 days. I suggest leaving it in the casserole dish with a tight cover on top.

Can I freeze biscuits and gravy casserole? To freeze, let it cool completely and transfer it to a freezer-safe container. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Reheating leftovers: For easy reheating, it’s best to cut it up into individual portions so you only have to thaw one serving at a time. If the casserole is frozen, thaw it overnight in the fridge.

Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cover the casserole with foil and heat until warmed through, usually about 20 minutes. This option is best if reheating multiple portions.
Microwave: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 20-second intervals until warm.

Can I prep biscuits and gravy casserole ahead of time?

To split up your prep time, make this casserole the night ahead. Follow the instructions until just before baking, then cover it with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator.

About 30-40 minutes prior to baking, bring the casserole dish to room temperature. Remove the plastic wrap and cook according to the recipe instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this breakfast casserole be made without gravy?

I don’t recommend making this recipe without gravy because it adds moisture to the dish, especially since it’s being cooked in the oven. If you are opposed to baking it with the gravy, I recommend at least serving it on the side.

My biscuits are undercooked, what did I do wrong?

Make sure that you’ve cut the biscuits into small, even pieces and then bake the casserole until the biscuits appear to be golden in color.

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

Yes, this recipe is great with Homemade Biscuits. Just make sure to use the biscuit dough and not the fully-made biscuits.

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