Southern Comfort Biscuits and Gravy Skillet

Southern Comfort Skillet Biscuits with golden biscuits drizzled in creamy sausage gravy inside a cast iron skillet, garnished with parsley, on a marble surface. — Southern Comfort Skillet Biscuits – golden, fluffy biscuits with rich sausage gravy baked together in one rustic skillet.

Southern Comfort Biscuits and Gravy Skillet brings the warmth of a classic Southern breakfast to your table in one easy dish. Imagine golden, buttery biscuits nestled on top of rich, creamy sausage gravy—all baked together in a single skillet for the ultimate comfort meal. With every scoop, you get tender biscuits soaking up that luscious gravy, making it as perfect for weekend brunch as it is for a weeknight dinner.

What makes this recipe special is its simplicity. Traditional biscuits and gravy usually require separate pans and extra steps. Here, everything comes together in one skillet, cutting down on cleanup without sacrificing flavor. The creamy sausage gravy is enhanced with garlic, onion, and smoky paprika, while the biscuits bake right on top, golden and fluffy.

Fun fact: Biscuits and gravy originated in the Southern United States during the late 1800s as a hearty, inexpensive way to fuel workers. Today, this skillet version keeps the tradition alive while adding modern ease. Serve it hot, and watch it disappear fast!

Recipe Yield: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 can (16 oz) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits
1 lb breakfast sausage
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk, warmed
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Brown the sausage:
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6–7 minutes. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving drippings in skillet.

2. Make the roux:
Add butter to the skillet drippings and let it melt. Sprinkle in flour and whisk constantly for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant.

3. Build the gravy:
Gradually whisk in the warmed milk, a little at a time, to prevent lumps. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened and creamy.

4. Return the sausage:
Add cooked sausage back into the gravy, stirring to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove skillet from heat.

5. Add the biscuits:
Arrange biscuits evenly on top of the gravy mixture in the skillet. Make sure they are spaced slightly apart to allow them to puff while baking.

6. Bake until golden:
Place skillet in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.

7. Garnish and serve:
Remove skillet from oven. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot, scooping biscuits along with plenty of creamy sausage gravy.

Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe

Use Warm Milk for Silky Gravy: Adding warm milk to the roux ensures the gravy thickens smoothly without clumps. Cold milk can seize the flour and create lumps.
Bake Biscuits Evenly: Keep biscuits slightly apart in the skillet so they bake through with crisp golden tops instead of steaming.
Make It Your Own: Try swapping the sausage for spicy chorizo, or mix in sautéed mushrooms and onions for added depth and heartiness.

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