Description
Looking for an easy, satisfying, and flavor-packed dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes? This Smoked Sausage and Potato Skillet is the perfect one-pan meal! Tender, crispy potatoes, savory smoked sausage, and sautéed onions and peppers create a comforting dish that works for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into rounds (Andouille, kielbasa, or turkey sausage)
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved (or Russet potatoes, diced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (red, yellow, or green)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Potatoes
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the potatoes in a single layer, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in chicken broth, cover, and let the potatoes steam for 5 minutes until fork-tender.
Step 2: Brown the Sausage
- Push the potatoes to one side of the pan. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and slightly crispy.
Step 3: Sauté the Onions & Peppers
- Add the sliced onions, bell peppers, and garlic to the skillet.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
Step 4: Combine & Serve
- Toss everything together, letting the flavors meld for 2 more minutes.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Quick & Easy: This dish comes together in 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy nights.
- Customizable: Use different sausages, vegetables, or seasonings to suit your taste.
- Crispy Potatoes Tip: Cook the potatoes in a single layer and let them sit for a few minutes before stirring to develop a golden-brown crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg