Ultimate Smoked Sausage & Potatoes
This recipe delivers a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for weeknight dinners. Featuring smoked sausage, potatoes, and vibrant vegetables, it's seasoned with aromatic spices and baked to golden perfection. Garnish with fresh parsley, sour cream, and cheese for an ultimate comfort food experience.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 1 pound Smoked Sausage Kielbasa, Andouille, or your favorite
- 2 pounds Potatoes Russet, Yukon Gold, or Red Potatoes
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Bell Pepper any color
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Dried Thyme
- ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
- Fresh Parsley, chopped optional
- Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt optional
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare all your ingredients: Slice the sausage, chop the potatoes, onion, and bell pepper, and mince the garlic.
- In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced smoked sausage and cubed potatoes to the skillet.
- Season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients and ensure the potatoes and sausage are evenly coated with the spices.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and slightly browned. Stir halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Carefully remove the skillet from the oven.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Smoked Sausage & Potatoes!
Notes
Choose your favorite potato variety – Russets for fluffiness, Yukon Golds for creaminess, or Red potatoes for a waxy texture. Adjust spices to your taste. Kielbasa is a classic sausage choice, while Andouille adds a spicy kick. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheated in the microwave or skillet. For a creamier dish, stir in a can of cream of mushroom soup or a dollop of sour cream after baking. Add other vegetables like carrots, celery, or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrients.