IP Country Sausage Gravy w/ Air Fryer Frozen Biscuits: Comfort Breakfast Made Easy

Few breakfasts bring people running to the kitchen like a plate of fluffy biscuits smothered in creamy sausage gravy. It’s the kind of meal that fills your home with warmth and comfort — and with the Instant Pot and an Air Fryer, you can make it faster and easier than ever.

This Instant Pot Country Sausage Gravy starts with sizzling pork sausage and a packet of Pioneer Country Gravy Mix, turning a classic Southern favorite into a stress-free, crowd-pleasing breakfast. It’s thick, rich, peppery, and full of flavor — the kind of dish that makes weekend mornings feel special.

Why Everyone Loves This Breakfast

There’s something about biscuits and gravy that just feels like home. The creamy texture, the hearty sausage, the warm biscuit — it’s the ultimate comfort combo.

But what makes it even better is how versatile this gravy can be. Once you’ve mastered this recipe on its own, try serving it in a few fun ways:

• On biscuits, of course!

• Over breakfast potatoes or hash browns for a filling twist.

• Poured over crispy chicken strips (hello, Southern-style dinner!).

• Drizzled on toast or English muffins when you’re out of biscuits.

• As a base for a breakfast bowl, topped with scrambled eggs and cheese - this ones a fave of mine.

It’s one of those recipes that you’ll find yourself using again and again — and it always gets rave reviews.

IP Country Sausage Gravy w/ Air Fryer Frozen Biscuits

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork breakfast sausage (mild, hot, or sage)

• 1 packet Pioneer Country Gravy Mix

• 2 ½ cups water (per gravy packet instructions — you can sub milk or half & half to make it a more creamy consistency)

• ½-1 tsp black pepper

Optional add-ins:

• • ¼-1 tsp garlic powder or onion powder

  • Dash of Worcestershire sauce or hot sauce for flavor pop

  • Pinch of smoked paprika for color and warmth

Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Sausage

1. Set your Instant Pot to Sauté (Normal).

2. Add in the pork sausage and cook, breaking it up into small crumbles.

3. Once browned (about 5–7 minutes), drain excess grease if there’s more than 1–2 Tbsp.

4. Optional step: Stir in butter for richer flavor.

Step 2: Mix the Gravy

1. In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk the Pioneer gravy mix with the 2 ½ cups of water, milk OR half & half, until smooth - this step prevents clumps once it hits the hot pot.

2. IF adding in extra seasonings like pepper or garlic or onion powder, and/or paprika or Worcestershire sauce, whisk this in as well.

Step 3: Combine & Cook

1. Pour the gravy mixture into the Instant Pot with the browned sausage.

2. Stir well to combine.

3. Switch to Sauté mode to LOW and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened - It will start thin and thicken quickly once hot — keep a close eye during this process.

4. Once it reaches your desired thickness, press CANCEL to stop cooking.

Step 4: Season & Serve

1. Stir in black pepper and any optional seasonings.

2. Let rest for 3–5 minutes — it will thicken more as it cools slightly.

3. Serve over warm biscuits, hash browns, or breakfast potatoes. 

Pro Tips

• If it gets too thick, add a splash of milk to loosen it.

• If you like creamier gravy, use 1 cup milk + 1½ cups water instead of all water.

• To make ahead, store in the fridge up to 3 days and reheat with a bit of milk added.